Strength
Description
Strength shows a woman opening — or closing — the jaws of a lion with surprising gentleness. There is neither violence nor visible effort: it is mastery through gentleness, inner power that transcends brute force. The lemniscate hat (∞) echoes the Magician's, suggesting that true mastery is cyclical and infinite. Strength represents courage, patience, and the ability to tame one's wildest instincts. It teaches that true power lies not in domination but in compassion, perseverance, and acceptance of one's own nature.
Upright meaning
Strength represents inner courage and gentle mastery. She symbolizes the ability to overcome challenges not through brute force, but through patience, compassion, and unwavering resilience.
Reversed meaning
Reversed, Strength may reveal a lack of self-confidence, inner weakness, or being dominated by your fears. She warns against resorting to brute force and losing mastery over yourself.
Advice
Gentleness is a strength. Tame your fears and impulses with patience and kindness.