Tarot through the Zodiac: Leo

TMLD
Jul 18
3 min read

Shine Bright, Lead Boldly, Love Fully

Welcome to Leo Week in our Tarot Through the Zodiac series, where each sign invites us to see tarot through its elemental lens and archetypal energy.

Leo, ruled by the Sun and aligned with the Fire element, calls us into the light. It teaches us to own our power, express our truth, and show up with courage and heart. In tarot, Leo’s energy is a warm spotlight, illuminating strength, visibility, passion, and joy.

♌ Leo at a Glance

Element: Fire 🜂

Modality: Fixed (enduring, loyal, stable energy)

Ruler: The Sun ☀

Mantra: “I will.”

Tarot Suit Alignment: Wands

Leo is the sign of authenticity, play, and purpose. It leads through radiant confidence, creativity, and self-worth. In a reading, Leo energy often asks: Where are you ready to stop shrinking and start shining?

🜂 Fire Element in the Tarot: The Suit of Wands

The Suit of Wands rules over:

Passion and purpose

Creative expression

Identity and personal power

Leadership and energy

As a Fixed Fire sign, Leo represents sustained, intentional fire, the steady burn of self-belief and bold action. It’s not just about a quick spark, it’s about keeping the flame alive.

When Leo shows up in a reading, it may speak to:

Visibility and being seen

A call to lead or create

Owning your voice or talent

Confronting fears around being “too much”

Keywords: Courage, visibility, charisma, joy, creation, pride, leadership

“Wands light the path. Leo walks it with heart.”

🃏 Major Arcana Cards That Resonate With Leo

1. Strength (Card VIII)

Leo’s ruling Major Arcana card

Represents inner resolve, emotional mastery, and gentle courage

Ask: Where am I being called to lead with heart, not force?

2. The Sun (Card XIX)

Ruled by the Sun (Leo’s planetary ruler)

Symbol of joy, confidence, clarity, vitality, and the freedom of being fully seen

Ask: Where am I hiding what should be celebrated?

👑 Leo in the Court Cards

Leo is expressed beautifully in the Wands Court:

Queen of Wands → magnetic, expressive, passionate, and unapologetically bold

King of Wands → strategic leader, visionary, and confident without overreaching

These cards embody Leo’s fire and dignity. When they appear, you may be:

→ Asked to step into leadership

→ Being invited to embody confidence

→ Ready to take your creative power more seriously

🧘 Reflection Prompts

Use these prompts in your tarot spreads or journaling practice this week:

1. Where am I dimming my light to make others comfortable?

2. What does courage look like in my life right now?

3. How can I express my creativity or truth more fully?

4. What would change if I chose to be seen without apology?

💬 Leo Affirmation

“I shine with authenticity. My courage inspires others. I am safe to be fully seen.”

Use this before readings, journaling, creative work or anytime you need to remember who you are.

🧿 How to Read for Leo Energy

In tarot readings, Leo energy can show up when:

You’re being invited into visibility

Confidence or ego is in play

Creativity wants more space

Inner strength is building beneath the surface

Look for:

Strength → calm, radiant resilience

The Sun → clarity, joy, self-acceptance

Wands cards → passion, purpose, personal fire

Tarot Tip:

→ Don’t just ask what’s next—ask what wants to shine.

📥 Download the Leo Tarot Guide

Step into the spotlight with this radiant reflection companion.

The Leo in the Tarot Guide includes:

✔️ Leo-aligned tarot cards

✔️ Fire + Wands insight

✔️ 4 journal/reflection prompts

✔️ Affirmation for confidence and courage

✔️ Bonus “Spotlight” spread prompt

👉 Tarot through the Zodiac Leo Guide PDF

⏭ Coming Next: Virgo – Tarot for the Devoted Healer

After Leo’s radiant roar, we move into Virgo’s world of refinement, intention, and sacred service. Get ready to explore the Suit of Pentacles, earth-aligned rituals, and cards like The Hermit and The Magician.

But for now, let yourself shine. Leo reminds us:

You were never too much. You were always just waiting to be seen.

May this reflection awaken your light and remind you that you are both the flame and the warmth it gives.

With heart & intuition,