Major Arcana

The Hanged Man

Sacrifice/Suspension

About This Card

Surrender, new perspective, and letting go.

Card Interpretations

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Upright Meaning

Seeing growth opportunities in unpleasant events. Experiencing a dramatic change in personal perspective. Making the best of an unforeseen change in your life or work. Suspending disbelief. Making sacrifices.

Keywords:

surrenderperspectiveletting gosacrificeenlightenmentsuspensionpause

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Reversed Meaning

Being untrue to yourself and your values. Refusing to make sacrifices when appropriate. Refusing to adapt to new situations. Blaming others. Profiting at the expense of others.

Keywords:

stallingresistanceavoiding sacrificemartyrdomindecisionapathy

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