Kundalini: The Game, Your Tarot Message

At the end of Kundalini: The Game you hold four cards from the Alchemystic Tarot. Together they form one message, read in the four positions of the sacred name Yod Heh Vav Heh, as Papus laid them out in The Tarot of the Bohemians.

Where your four cards go

Yod, the Seeker: who you are (your archetype card).
Heh, the Question: the question you have of life (the first key you pick up).
Vav, the Embodiment: what you have to embody to get there (the second key).
Heh, the Result: the result of proper embodiment (the third key).

Why this order

In Papus's reading of the sacred name, Yod is the active seed, the first Heh is what receives it, Vav is the hook or nail that joins the two, and the final Heh is the result, which becomes the seed of the next cycle. Your four cards walk that same path, much like the Fool's Journey through the tarot.

How the order is set

You chose your three Snake keys at the first threshold, the Prism. At the second threshold the keys are shuffled face down and picked up one at a time. The first key you pick up is your Question, the second is your Embodiment, and the third is your Result.

How to read your message

Look up each of your four cards below, then read them together as one message: who you are (the Seeker), the question you have of life (the Question), what you have to embody to get there (the Embodiment), and the result of proper embodiment (the Result).

Example reading

Seeker: The Hermit, the Hermit, the seeker of inner light.
Question: Ace of Cups, overflowing love.
Embodiment: Seven of Pentacles, patience.
Result: Nine of Cups, wishes fulfilled.

Read as one message: I am the Hermit, the seeker of inner light. My question is overflowing love, I must embody patience, and the result is wishes fulfilled.

Card meanings

Jump to: Major Arcana · Wands · Cups · Swords · Pentacles

Major Arcana

0 · The Fool: new beginnings
Trust the journey and step forward with an open, curious heart.
Archetype: the Fool, the free spirit of new beginnings
I · The Magician: willpower
You already hold every tool you need to turn ideas into reality.
Archetype: the Magician, the maker who turns will into form
II · The High Priestess: intuition
Listen to the quiet inner voice that already knows the way.
Archetype: the High Priestess, the keeper of hidden wisdom
III · The Empress: abundance
Nurture what you love and watch it grow and blossom.
Archetype: the Empress, the nurturing mother of growth
IV · The Emperor: structure
Build steady foundations with clear purpose, order, and responsibility.
Archetype: the Emperor, the steady builder of order
V · The Hierophant: sacred tradition
Learn from teachers and traditions that carry time-tested wisdom.
Archetype: the Hierophant, the teacher of sacred tradition
VI · The Lovers: heartfelt choices
Choose with your heart and honor your deepest values and bonds.
Archetype: the Lovers, the one who chooses with the heart
VII · The Chariot: determination
Steer opposing forces together and move forward with confidence.
Archetype: the Chariot, the driver who masters the road ahead
VIII · Strength: gentle courage
True strength is patience, kindness, and a brave, steady heart.
Archetype: the bearer of Strength, the gentle tamer of the lion
IX · The Hermit: inner wisdom
Step back, look within, and let your own light guide you.
Archetype: the Hermit, the seeker of inner light
X · Wheel of Fortune: new cycles
Life turns in cycles; welcome change and trust the turning.
Archetype: the rider of the Wheel of Fortune, at peace with change
XI · Justice: fairness
Act with honesty and balance; what you give returns to you.
Archetype: the keeper of Justice, who weighs the heart with truth
XII · The Hanged Man: new perspective
Pause, let go, and see the world from a fresh angle.
Archetype: the Hanged Man, who surrenders to see anew
XIII · Death: transformation
Let the old fall away so something new can be born.
Archetype: the one reborn through Death, the great transformer
XIV · Temperance: balance
Blend opposites with patience to find the healing middle path.
Archetype: the angel of Temperance, the blender of opposites
XV · The Devil: freedom from attachment
Notice what holds you back; the chains are looser than they seem.
Archetype: the one who faces the Devil, and learns what binds and frees
XVI · The Tower: sudden awakening
When false structures fall, truth and light can finally break through.
Archetype: the Tower, the lightning flash of awakening
XVII · The Star: hope
Renewed hope and calm faith pour healing into your life.
Archetype: the Star, the guiding light of hope
XVIII · The Moon: imagination
Walk through uncertainty by trusting your dreams and deeper feelings.
Archetype: the Moon, the dreamer who walks between worlds
XIX · The Sun: joy
Warmth, success, and simple joy shine on everything you do.
Archetype: the Sun, the radiant child of joy
XX · Judgement: an inner calling
Answer the call to rise, forgive the past, and begin again.
Archetype: the one awakened by Judgement, who answers the higher call
XXI · The World: completion
A cycle is complete; celebrate wholeness and a journey fulfilled.
Archetype: the World, the dancer of wholeness and completion

Wands

Ace of Wands: creative spark
A bright new burst of inspiration and passion is ready to grow.
Two of Wands: bold planning
Look ahead, plan your path, and dare to dream of a bigger world.
Three of Wands: expanding horizons
Your plans are moving; watch as new opportunities arrive from afar.
Four of Wands: celebration
Celebrate home, harmony, and a joyful milestone with those you love.
Five of Wands: friendly competition
Lively challenges and healthy rivalry help sharpen your skills.
Six of Wands: victory
Your hard work earns recognition, success, and well-deserved applause.
Seven of Wands: standing firm
Hold your ground with courage and stand up for what matters.
Eight of Wands: swift progress
Things move quickly now; news and momentum are flying your way.
Nine of Wands: resilience
Tired but strong, you have what it takes to finish.
Ten of Wands: responsibility
Carry your load wisely, and remember you can share the weight.
Page of Wands: enthusiasm
A curious, eager spirit brings exciting news and fresh ideas.
Knight of Wands: adventure
Charge forward with passion, energy, and a love of adventure.
Queen of Wands: confidence
Shine warmly with courage and a generous, sunny spirit.
King of Wands: visionary leadership
Lead boldly with vision, inspiring others to follow their own fire.

Cups

Ace of Cups: overflowing love
A new wellspring of love, compassion, and feeling fills your heart.
Two of Cups: partnership
Two hearts meet in mutual respect, friendship, and connection.
Three of Cups: friendship
Celebrate together; community and friendship make joy grow.
Four of Cups: contemplation
Pause and look up; a new gift may be offered to you.
Five of Cups: emotional healing
Grieve what is lost, then turn toward what still remains.
Six of Cups: sweet memories
Kindness, innocence, and happy childhood memories bring comfort.
Seven of Cups: wise choices
Many dreams appear at once; choose the one that is truly real.
Eight of Cups: deeper purpose
Walk away from what no longer fulfills you to seek something deeper.
Nine of Cups: wishes fulfilled
Contentment and satisfaction; your heartfelt wish comes true.
Ten of Cups: family harmony
Lasting happiness, love, and harmony at home with family.
Page of Cups: creative wonder
A dreamy, open heart brings surprising messages and creative ideas.
Knight of Cups: graceful devotion
Follow your heart gracefully, bringing kind offers and gentle invitations.
Queen of Cups: compassion
Care for others with deep empathy, intuition, and a calm heart.
King of Cups: emotional balance
Stay calm and kind, mastering feelings with wisdom and generosity.

Swords

Ace of Swords: clarity
A breakthrough of truth and clear thinking cuts through confusion.
Two of Swords: thoughtful decisions
Quiet your mind, weigh both sides, then make a balanced choice.
Three of Swords: release of sorrow
Let painful truths be felt, so the heart can begin healing.
Four of Swords: rest
Rest and recover; quiet time renews your mind and strength.
Five of Swords: peaceful resolution
Some wins cost too much; choose peace over needing to be right.
Six of Swords: safe passage
Move on from trouble toward calmer waters and a brighter shore.
Seven of Swords: clever strategy
Think cleverly and plan carefully, but always stay honest.
Eight of Swords: inner freedom
Your limits live mostly in your mind; you are freer than you think.
Nine of Swords: peace of mind
Worries grow at night; share them and let morning bring relief.
Ten of Swords: a new dawn
A painful chapter ends completely, and a new day rises.
Page of Swords: curiosity
A sharp, curious mind eager to learn, question, and speak truth.
Knight of Swords: decisive action
Rush forward with bold ideas and quick, decisive action.
Queen of Swords: honest wisdom
See clearly and speak truthfully, with fairness, wit, and independence.
King of Swords: sound judgment
Lead with reason, truth, and fair, clear-minded judgment.

Pentacles

Ace of Pentacles: new opportunity
A new seed of wealth, health, or opportunity lands in your hands.
Two of Pentacles: adaptability
Juggle life's demands with flexibility, good humor, and balance.
Three of Pentacles: teamwork
Skilled people working together build something truly lasting.
Four of Pentacles: security
Saving and holding steady protects what you value; just don't grip too tightly.
Five of Pentacles: kindness in hardship
In hard times, look for the warm light of help nearby.
Six of Pentacles: generosity
Give and receive freely; sharing keeps abundance flowing.
Seven of Pentacles: patience
Your seeds are growing; patient care brings a fine harvest.
Eight of Pentacles: dedicated practice
Practice and careful work steadily build true mastery.
Nine of Pentacles: self-reliance
Enjoy the comfort and independence your own effort has created.
Ten of Pentacles: lasting legacy
Family, home, and wealth that endure across generations.
Page of Pentacles: diligent learning
A devoted student, ready to learn and make dreams real.
Knight of Pentacles: steady effort
Slow, reliable, and hardworking, you always finish what you start.
Queen of Pentacles: nurturing care
Practical, warm, and generous, you make every place feel like home.
King of Pentacles: prosperity
Secure, generous, and successful, you share your wealth wisely.

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