The Emperor

Imagery: A stern, bearded man sits on a stone throne adorned with rams' heads, symbolizing Aries and authority. He wears red robes, signifying passion and leadership, and holds an ankh and an orb, representing power over life and the material world. Mountains rise in the background, solid and unyielding.

Meaning: The Emperor stands for structure, stability, and control. He represents leadership, discipline, and the need to establish order in one’s life. He can also signify a protective father figure or authority figure.

Arcana: Major

Words: stability, power, aid, protection, conviction, reason, opportunity.

Reversed: Instability, Insecurity, powerlessness, helpless, in need of protection.

Yes/No: Yes

Element: Fire

Astrological: Mars

Zodiac: Aries