In the world of Tarot, every card is a gateway to a symbolic universe—a reflection of archetypes that transcend time and space. One of the most common questions people ask is about the gender of the figures depicted: Is the Magician male? Is the High Priestess female? But the truth is, the Arcana have no fixed gender, because their meanings go beyond conventions, including language itself.

In this sense, the Tarot offers us a unique example of true balance: masculine and feminine are not opposing categories but complementary energies that intertwine within every human being, regardless of gender.

Symbolism Beyond Duality

The figures in the Tarot speak of energies, universal principles, and states of being—not rigid gender roles. Each Arcana embodies a force that can manifest in anyone, regardless of personal identity.
There is a level of interpretation where, for instance, the Empress can indeed represent a fertile and creative woman, but there is always another layer where that fertility and creativity are qualities of the soul, accessible to all. The same goes for the Emperor, who symbolizes stability, structure, and authority—qualities often attributed to the masculine by society but, in reality, present in every individual.

Masculine and Feminine Energy: An Inner Balance

In esoteric language, we often speak of masculine and feminine energy, but these terms have nothing to do with biological sex. Yang energy (active, outward, action-oriented) and Yin energy (receptive, inward, intuitive) exist in every person, like two poles that balance and strengthen each other. True power does not lie in their separation but in their harmonious integration.

Arcana XIII (Death) is a perfect example: it is a card of transformation, of moving from one state to another, with no gendered connotation. Transformation is universal—growth and change are part of being human, not of a specific identity.

The Sun, the Moon, and the Star are also archetypes, not people. Traditionally, the Sun is linked to the Father, the Moon to the Mother, and the Star to the Daughter, but these symbols do not represent social roles; they speak of forces within each of us.

The Sun is clarity, action, and guidance—but who says a mother cannot be a resolute guide?The Moon is intuition, mystery, and receptivity—but who says a father cannot be sensitive and intuitive? 

The Star is hope, inspiration, and purity—but who says only a daughter can embody these ideals?

We are all a tapestry of energies. Recognizing the Sun’s brightness, the Moon’s shadows, and the Star’s gentleness within ourselves is the first step toward embracing our wholeness—beyond barriers, beyond labels.

Tarot and Inclusivity: A New Perspective on the Arcana

At their core, the Tarot speak of experiences and life cycles that belong to everyone—self-discovery, transformation, and spiritual growth. Their power lies in their ability to adapt and resonate with anyone, without the limitations of gender or identity. They are a mirror in which we can see all our facets, without having to choose one over the other.

When we light a Tarot-inspired candle, we connect with an ancient energy that has no name, no face, no gender: only meaning. And in this space of light and intuition, we can rediscover our own truth.

Happy March 8^th! And don’t forget…

LIGHT UP YOUR FLAME ❤️‍🔥

Antonella