Tarot Through the Zodiac: Aries

TMLD
Jul 18
3 min read

🔥 Spark, Structure, and Self-Discovery

Welcome to Tarot Through the Zodiac. A journey of self-discovery, elemental wisdom, and intuitive insight. Each week, we’ll explore how a zodiac sign influences the meaning and expression of tarot cards, starting with Aries, the bold and blazing initiator of the zodiac.

Whether you’re an Aries sun, moon, rising or simply feeling the fire of Aries season, this week will help you read the cards through a fiery, courageous lens.

♈ Aries at a Glance

Element: Fire 🔥
Modality: Cardinal (initiator, leader)
Planetary Ruler: Mars
Mantra: “I am.”
Tarot Suit Alignment: Wands (Fire)

Aries energy is about beginnings. It represents drive, courage, and instinct. The kind that says, “Why not me? Why not now?” In a tarot reading, Aries influences the tone of action, especially when risk, leadership, or identity is involved.

🔥 The Fire Element in Tarot: Wands

The Suit of Wands embodies Fire: action, energy, desire, and inspiration. Aries, as the first fire sign, governs the initial spark, momentum before mastery.

When Aries energy shows up in a tarot reading, it often brings themes like:

A bold new start or impulsive decision

The need for assertiveness or healthy boundaries

Passion that can either build or burn bridges

Keywords: Initiative, bravery, instinct, impulse, motivation, leadership

“Wands are lit by purpose. Aries is the hand that strikes the match.”

🃏 Major Arcana Cards That Resonate With Aries

Here are the three archetypes most aligned with Aries energy and how you might recognize them in a reading.

The Emperor (Card IV)

Represents structure, leadership, power

Aries rules this card astrologically

When The Emperor appears, ask: Where am I being called to take charge or create order?

The Fool (Card 0)

Symbolizes new beginnings, leaps of faith

Aries shares The Fool’s hunger to begin without fear

When this card arises in Aries season: What bold move are you avoiding or craving?

The Tower (Card XVI)

Mars-ruled destruction and awakening

Aries is ruled by Mars, the planet of force and transformation

In a shadow aspect, Aries energy can break before it builds

🧭 Minor Arcana: Aries Within the Wands

Aries shows up most clearly in the early Wands cards especially the Ace through Three:

Ace of Wands → Raw potential, that “yes” moment before the leap

Two of Wands → Planning your next big move; stepping into power

Three of Wands → Vision expanded; movement beginning

These cards, when paired with Aries energy, suggest it's not just time to move, it’s time to move like you mean it.

👑 Court Cards for Aries

Court Cards bring personality to your readings. Aries often aligns with:

Page of Wands → Playful, enthusiastic, eager to try something new

Knight of Wands → Brave, bold, sometimes reckless, always moving toward the next adventure

When Aries energy is dominant, these Court Cards remind us:

It’s okay to start without having every detail figured out

Leadership can come through passion, not just position

🧘 Reflection Prompts

Use these journaling questions to deepen your personal or client readings during Aries season:

Where in my life am I being called to lead?
Am I taking action from alignment—or from urgency?
What am I afraid to begin?
What would I do if I trusted my instincts more?

💬 Aries Affirmation

“I ignite my path with purpose. Boldness is my birthright.”

Say this aloud before your reading or use it to set the energy of your day.

🧿 How to Read for Aries Energy

In your tarot practice:

Look for Wands to indicate where your energy is needed
Use The Emperor to assess power dynamics and structure
Lean into The Fool when you’re resisting the unknown
Watch for The Tower when change feels both scary and necessary

🎁 Want a Printable Quick Guide for Aries in the Tarot?

Download the free Aries Tarot Guide; a reference full of keywords, card alignments, and reflection prompts to keep on your altar, in your journal, or next to your favorite deck.

👉