Death (Tod)

Gypsy Card Name: DEATH

• (Tod, morte, smrt)

Card Image Symbolism: Often depicted with a skeletal figure, dark tones, or fading light, symbolizing inevitable endings, transformation, and the cycle of life and death.

Traditional Meaning

• Represents endings, closure, and the natural conclusion of a chapter.
• Indicates profound transformation and necessary change.
• Can point to loss (emotional, material, or symbolic).
• Often signals the need to let go of what no longer serves you.

Love and Relationship Meaning

• May indicate the end of a relationship or a dramatic shift within it.
• Can suggest rebirth in love—leaving old patterns behind for something new.
• If single, might signal the end of a stagnant emotional phase, clearing space for new love.
• For couples, a transformation that reshapes the connection or brings hidden truths to light.
• Encourages honest reflection on whether a bond is truly healthy.

Career and Finances Meaning

• Represents career transitions, endings, or layoffs that lead to new opportunities.
• Can symbolize the end of an old cycle of financial struggle or work dissatisfaction.
• Encourages acceptance of change in professional paths or partnerships.
• Financially, warns of losses or unexpected expenses, but also new beginnings after closure.

Spiritual/Psychological Meaning

• A call to embrace personal transformation and release outdated beliefs.
• Represents spiritual rebirth after loss or major life shifts.
• Encourages acceptance of impermanence as part of growth.
• May be a sign of healing after grief or major emotional transitions.

Keywords and Associations

• Keywords: Endings, closure, transformation, loss, rebirth, transition.
• Element: Water / Earth
• Planet: Pluto
• Chakra: Root (Muladhara) or Crown (Sahasrara) during transitions.
• Timing: Autumn or events that occur suddenly and definitively.

Positional Meaning in a Spread

• Past position: A major ending or loss has shaped your current path.
• Present position: Transformation is happening now; something is coming to a close.
• Future position: A necessary ending will pave the way for a fresh start.
• Obstacle position: Resistance to change or fear of letting go may block progress.
• Advice position: Accept endings gracefully; allow rebirth to unfold naturally.