Temperance
Blending elements gradually to find a workable harmony.
Upright Meaning
Temperance upright represents balance, integration, and patience. This card reminds you to find balance in all aspects of life, integrating different elements through patience and gradual approaches. It symbolizes harmony and coordination, reminding you not to go to extremes, but to find the middle path where various forces coexist harmoniously.
Reversed Meaning
Temperance reversed may indicate imbalance, lack of patience, or extreme behavior. You might be losing balance in some aspects of life, or choosing separation when you should integrate. This card reminds you to rediscover balance and learn to patiently integrate different elements.
Symbolism
Temperance symbolizes balance, integration, and harmony. The angel pours water between two cups, representing blending different elements. One foot in water and one on land represents connecting the material and spiritual worlds. The path behind represents life's journey.