Tarot Card Meanings & I Ching Correspondences
Explore the 78 Tarot cards through the lens of Bradford Hatcher's deep psychological framework. While Tarot represents a cornerstone of Western mysticism, its archetypal structures deeply mirror the forces of nature found in the Eastern Book of Changes.
Bridging Two Ancient Traditions
In this unique index, each Tarot card is paired with its corresponding resonant energy from the I Ching. The 56 Minor Arcana cards and 8 of the Major Arcana directly map to the 64 Hexagrams, while the remaining 14 Major Arcana correspond to fundamental philosophical concepts such as theTaiji (Supreme Ultimate), the Two Forms (Yin and Yang), the Four Images, and the Eight Trigrams (Bagua).
Discover the Archetypes
Whether you are looking up specific Tarot card meanings for a reading, or seeking to deepen your understanding of Universal archetypes, this directory provides high-resolution artwork alongside profound, psychological insights.
Trumps
The Major Arcana representing significant life lessons and archetypal themes.
Wands
The suit of Fire, representing passion, energy, ambition, and spiritual growth.
Cups
The suit of Water, representing emotions, relationships, and the subconscious.
Swords
The suit of Air, representing intellect, conflict, truth, and mental clarity.
Pentacles
The suit of Earth, representing material wealth, health, and physical reality.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Tarot cards and the I Ching framework.
Both the Tarot and the I Ching are ancient systems of divination that map the human experience through archetypes. In Bradford Hatcher's framework, the 64 Hexagrams of the I Ching perfectly correlate with the 56 Minor Arcana and 8 of the Major Arcana cards, creating a profound bridge between Western mysticism and Eastern philosophy.
The 78 Tarot cards are divided into two main categories: the Major Arcana (22 cards representing significant life themes and karmic lessons) and the Minor Arcana (56 cards detailing everyday experiences). The Minor Arcana is further divided into four suits: Wands, Cups, Swords, and Pentacles.
Our Tarot index provides in-depth archetypal meanings for each of the 78 cards. By exploring a card's corresponding I Ching hexagram or fundamental energy (like Yin/Yang or the Bagua), you can gain a deeper, multifaceted understanding of each Tarot card's psychological and spiritual significance.
While we specialize in authentic free I Ching readings online, this Tarot index serves as a comprehensive study guide and reference tool to explore the deep psychological aspects and cross-cultural correspondences of the 78 Tarot archetypes.