The Tower
The Tower represents sudden upheaval and catastrophic change, often triggered by a lightning-like insight. It depicts destructive forces that topple existing structures, leaving one feeling as if the world is crashing down. Though painful and unexpected, this collapse creates space for radical transformation and rebuilding from the ground up. Trust that you can withstand the ordeal and emerge stronger, wiser, and more resilient.
Keywords
Title
XVI. THE TOWER
Keywords
Keywords: Destruction, Chaos, Change
Meaning
Meaning: A woman falls from a tower that has been struck by a lightning bolt. She flees terror and destruction as flames shoot from the windows. The lightning bolt symbolizes a sudden insight which may be the catalyst for this startling change. This scene represents an unexpected and unwelcome event which has an immense impact. It may feel as though your world is crashing down around you and there is no escape. The Tower card foretells momentous changes, revolution, and transformation. Allow old structures to collapse so you can rebuild from the ground up. Trust that the universe will not give you anything you can't handle, and use this moment to become stronger, wiser, and more resilient.
Visual Description
A tall round stone tower rises from a rocky islet in churning, purple-tinted water beneath a stormy sky. A jagged bolt of lightning strikes the tower's upper section; the Roman numeral "XVI" appears at the top of the card. Bright flames erupt from several arched windows and a lone figure in a pink-orange dress is shown tumbling headfirst away from the tower. At the base of the card the printed title reads "THE TOWER."
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