Major arcana
Death
Make room for an ending.
- Endings
- Transition
- Release
What the card shows
Despite its name, this card is traditionally read as transformation rather than literal death. It marks the end of one chapter so another can begin, and invites you to let go of what has run its course.
In tarot, Death commonly points to endings and transition. Use it to reflect on what is complete and what space an ending may leave.
Among the major arcana
The 22 major arcana trace a long arc of experience, from the Fool’s first step to the completion of the World. They are often read as the larger themes in a life: beginnings, choices, endings and renewal.
Bring it into your body
A pose to pair with this card
Corpse Pose
Savasana marks the end of practice and the rest that makes renewal possible.
Open the pose guideA longer practice
Breath awareness meditation
Larger themes deserve unhurried attention. A few minutes with the breath gives a big question room to settle.
Open the practiceQuestions to sit with
What am I ready to finish, release or place gently behind me?
- What chapter is ready to close?
- What becomes possible when I release something familiar?
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