During the 15th century, the Spanish started producing standing kings. The king of hearts is sometimes called the “suicide king” because he appears to be sticking his sword into his head. This is a result of centuries of bad copying by English card makers where the king’s axe head has disappeared.

The Japanese word for “Panda” is panda パンダ, a katakanization. Another word for “Panda” is kumaneko 熊猫.

The king of hearts is the only without a moustache – but not because of superior personal hygiene. He originally had one, but it was lost in the reproduction of the original design. A similar mistake caused his axe to become a sword. Ever wondered why the ace of spades’ spade is larger and more ornate than the others?…

Over time these wooden blocks would be worn down, making the drawing less and less vivid. When copying these cards, manufacturers started skipping the moustache, because it wasn’t visible anymore. This is also the reason why king of hearts looks like he is stabbing himself in the head….

It represents Odin, the King of Asgard. He sacrificed one of his eyes in exchange for secret wisdom of magic. That is why The King of Diamonds is shown on nearly all decks of cards offering the diamond symbol with one eye facing away because it was sacrificed to receive the kind of power only found in mythology.

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Spades. Called “David” on the French deck, probably after the biblical character. He holds a scepter in one hand, and a harp is visible below it (confirming the biblical attribution). He faces forward, a little to the left.

The King of Diamonds represents a blond man, self-important, haughty, fearsome, deceitful; in a word, a bad man. He is quick to anger, determined and revengeful. This card often signifies a man in a dangerous occupation. In spite of his flaws, many women find the King of diamonds very attractive.

In classic cartomancy, the three of diamonds evokes success and satisfaction. In your professional world, this card is a very good omen that refers to a promotion or the realization of a project.

A “jack of spades” is a male that identifies as a sissy, and prefers to serve black males.

King of Spades is a Crown authority of Wisdom and Mastery. They are born on the first day of the year, the top card in the deck. King of Spades represents the ultimate spiritual energy and wisdom. Through suffering and the hard road to wisdom, they make it to the final: Rulership.

to flirt with a person. Go away. I’m spading John. See more words with the same meaning: to flirt, fraternize, mingle….

It’s been a symbol of good luck for hundreds of years. More recently, the ace of spades has been a symbol of power, wealth, and death….

Seven of spades central meaning is certainty. Whatever you’ve learned in a card reading, the seven of spades confirms that it is true. It is a sign that the predictions of the other cards ware not an accident. You should take them seriously. Sometimes the seven of spades also announces an argument or a quarrel.

Three of spades means a change of plans, that usually results in emotional pain and broken heart. It is a bad card, no doubt about it. In a mild case this card could announce a cancelled date or misunderstandings between two lovers. In the worst case it is an omen for a break-up or divorce.

minor infidelities

Power in Work

outsmart the bad luck

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The 8 of Hearts is a very positive card. It represents good health and emotional fulfillment. It brings justice and balance, as all of the eights do, and specifically emotional balance to any situation. Specifically the 8 of Hearts represents compatibility and cooperation….

In its occult dimension, the four of diamonds is a mark of friendship and trust. It announces reconciliation with a childhood friend, or a friend who will tell you his/her secrets on an important matter. The four of diamonds is a good omen as it evokes a string friendship bond.

A haughty, jealous, wicked and promiscuous woman, the Queen of Diamonds represents, isolated, your enemy. She is very talkative and a skilled manipulator of men, who easily fall for her charms. In a love reading, the queen of diamonds is a warning sign that somebody wants to steal your lover or spouse.

Four of hearts signifies discontent and frictions in a relationship. It means that you should voice your concerns and try to work them out. It is a positive sign, because this is the only way to make progress. The four of hearts reminds us that love is not granted forever after.

The Jack of hearts signifies an honest young man in love. He is attractive, nice and generous and would like to be kind to you. This card often announces a new intimate friendship. As a lover, the Jack of hearts is often away, but is committed and sincere and would make good marriage material.

The Queen of hearts represents sincere and loving woman of tender heart. For a man this card means his sweetheart lover or a woman he will marry. For a woman she signifies a sincere friend or a nearest relative. More generally, the Queen of hearts evokes the feelings of unconditional and caring love.

Five of Hearts is the card of changes of the heart. In combination with a restless mind, represented by your birth card Five of Clubs, it means that as much as your love life concerned, you are not well suited for marriage. The secret wish is there, and the experiment usually made.