Tarot Hawk

The Emperor

The Emperor is a direct correlation to power, authority, and control.

Upright position meaning

When upright, the Emperor is a direct correlation to power, authority, and control. Like the Empress is the symbol of femininity, the Emperor is the symbol of masculinity. The Emperor is an individual who sets plans and follows through with them. He is very much like a father figure - able to impart knowledge, create structure, rules, and regulations.

When you pull this card upright, follow through with your plans like the Emperor would.

Reversed position meaning

When reversed, pulling the Emperor often means you've taken your power, authority, and control too far. You're abusing that power, and taking it to a place it's not meant to go. You're taking the role of creating a structured kingdom into a tyranny. When reversed, the Emperor turns from a fatherly figure into a dominating figurehead.

Watch the amount of power you're pursuing, or even implementing, as it may have negative consequences.

Advice meaning

The Emperor is telling you to follow through with your plans in an organized, structured way, just like he would. Don't take your power too far though!