Ace of Spades Meaning In Tarot

When I first started with tarot cards it was a normal playing deck. This was because I was only like 10 years old and back in the 1990s things like tarot were not easily found. Therefore, I started on normal playing cards and I am here to help you understand the meaning of drawing this. If you are wondering what it means to draw the Ace of Spades in a tarot reading, then this is similar to the card, the Ace of Swords, this is about communication in life. All aces in tarot readings are about new beginnings, so again this is about something new in life.

Key areas to know

• Suit: Spades 
• Upright Meaning: Same as the Ace of Swords. Mental clarity, fresh ideas, new ways of thinking, focused energy, a fresh start driven by a change in perspective. 
• Reversed Meaning: Confusion, miscommunication, lack of clarity. 
• Yes or No: Yes
• Tarot Equivalent: Ace of Swords 
• Other names: Spadille
• Star Sign: Libra 
• Design: The precise design of the ace card was so crucial that ultimately it became the topic of design patents as well as trademarks. 
• Date: The style of the Ace of Spades is from the 17th century. 

Ace of Spades general tarot meaning 

If you draw the Ace of Spades in a reading, then this is a highly positive card, to me, this means breakthroughs and fresh starts. This card is an excellent card to draw if you are asking about a job or a relationship as it means things are going to happen. Next to another ace (such as the ace of hearts) it means that things in life will turn out well. There is also a focus on making sure that things remain right for you because this is about communication. The “ace” card is what I call powerful and it is associated with secrets in life and trying to find those secrets. This is a card that is about focus, and potential in life. I do like this card, and find that when it is drawn good things are coming.

I want to run something past you. Remember the ace is dark. This is all about moving past that “darkness” in life. What is your life's aim? To become popular or to be happy? People frequently think that if you become popular, they are going to be happier, but this is not the case at all. You have to keep your focus away from popularity as these are thoughts which are just temporary feelings which will change as you interact with other people. To draw the Ace of Spades along with a club can mean that you need to concentrate on happiness in life. 

Is this a good or bad card to pull in a reading?

Whenever I break a deck of playing cards, the ace of spades usually shows up shuffle after shuffle. My old little grandma used to use cards in order to do tarot readings. This approach is quite old-fashioned and if you have been using this method of reading then I am here to tell you what it means. Each card in a standard “playing card” pack, the 52-card deck in my view, is influenced by endings.

Ace of Spades in love 

If you are asking about your love life, when it comes to love, the Ace of Spades can mean this sort of crazy energy that is being sparked in a relationship. The entire perspective of this card is based on a kind of form of wanting to be with someone and not burning bridges. Communication may improve in the relationship if you draw this card, and I think this is a reflection of a meaningful conversation that is happening. If you have felt disrespected in love then this is about getting passed the issues, but you have to think about why people are thinking something. For singles, drawing this card suggests a massive clarity about what you truly desire in love. You know the Maslow hierarchy of needs, it means you don’t care about some problems because you don’t even have your own simple problems sorted. This is the case of making sure that all your needs are met. 

Ace of Spades, is it a Yes or No? 

The Ace of Spades is a massive "yes" from the universe. Chances are, you already intuitively knew the answer before asking. The card suggests that things are looking up, and the decisions you make now will build a strong foundation for growth, particularly in areas concerning your finances, career, or investments. I also see this card come out when there needs to be agreement.

Ace of Spades in career readings

The Ace of Spades normally pops up when a new job is coming, to me, this frequently means (when it appears) some key new beginnings in your career. You may be on the cusp of being given a new job or role that challenges your intellect and sparks enthusiasm. 

Drawing this card can also mean that it's time to bring something (like your own ideas) to life. I also feel that when I drew this card it carries the energy of a promotion, possibly meaning new opportunities or studying in order to advance your career. 

Closing thoughts

The Ace of Spades I feel is very similar to the Ace of Swords. This card represents mental clarity and the emergence of new ideas. However, in some traditions, like French fortune-telling, the Ace of Spades generally signifies bad luck or even death, what I mean by this is that the card literally means death. I am sorry to say. Similar to tarot, its meaning relies heavily on the context and its relationship with surrounding cards. Discover its interpretations in detail below. Since playing cards has been associated with astronomy, the Ace of Spades is also known as the death card.