XVIThe TowerMajor arcana 16
The Tower
upheaval, revelation, sudden change, release
Upright
Tradition associates The Tower with the collapse of structures built on shaky foundations, whether beliefs, plans or appearances. It invites you to see that fall as a truth being revealed that frees you from what was false. What remains standing afterwards is what is authentic.
Reversed
Reversed, it suggests trying to hold up something that is already cracking, or avoiding a change that would ultimately bring relief. It can also indicate that the shake-up has passed and it is time to rebuild. The lesson is to release control in order to rebuild on more honest foundations.
The advice of the card
Ask yourself which part of your life is held up by appearances and what would happen if you stopped holding it up.
This reading is symbolic self-knowledge and entertainment content based on folk traditions. It does not predict the future, is not medical, legal or financial advice, and does not replace qualified professionals.