Exploring the Star Trek Universe Through Tarot
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Exploring the Star Trek Universe Through Tarot

Exploring the Star Trek Universe Through Tarot: A Journey of Symbolism and Character

The Star Trek Universe has been a source of solace during challenging times. As my understanding of Tarot expands, I find myself drawn to exploring other beloved interests. In the expansive realm of Star Trek, a rich tapestry of characters weaves through the fabric of fate. Just as the cosmos reveals its enigmas, so too do the cards of the tarot deck expose the hidden truths of human existence.

In this cosmic journey, we venture beyond the confines of space and time.  Delving into the symbolism and character depths of the Star Trek universe. From legendary captains to overlooked heroes, each character embodies the essence of a tarot card, providing insights into the universal themes that unite us all.

These Are My Choices

As we traverse the cosmos, let us embark on this voyage of self-discovery and enlightenment.  Guided by the wisdom of the tarot and the boundless imagination of the Star Trek universe. Accordingly in the fusion of science fiction and spirituality, we find a mirror reflecting limitless potential of the human spirit.  You may have other character choices.   That is awesome, but for me these most resonate with each of the 78 cards:

The Majors

The Fool Wesley Crusher (TNG)
The Magician Hemmer (SNW)
The High Priestess T’Pol (ENT)
The Empress Lwaxana Troi (TNG)
The Emperor Christopher Pike (SNW)
The Hierophant Tuvok (VOY)
The Lovers Grey and Adira (DIS)
The Chariot La Sirena (Picard)
Strength Tasha Yar (TNG)
The Hermit Boothby (TNG)
Wheel of Fortune Time Crystal (Discovery)
Justice Harry Kim (Voyager)
The Devil The Borg Queen (TNG/VOY)
The Hanged Man Elnor (Picard)
Death Q (TNG/VOY)
Temperance Ensign Tendi (LD)
The Tower Klingons (ALL Series portrayals)
The Star T’Rina (DIS)
The Moon Chakotay (VOY)
The Sun Jean-Luc Picard (TNG/Picard)
Judgement Kathryn Janeway (VOY)
The World The Guardian of Forever (TOS)

The Cups

Ace of Cups Kes (VOY)
Two of Cups Odo and Kira (DS9)
Three of Cups Dal, Gwyn, and Murf (PRO)
Four of Cups Spock (SNW)
Five of Cups Julian Bashir (DS9)
Six of Cups Geordi La Forge (TNG)
Seven of Cups Garak (DS9)
Eight of Cups Torres (VOY)
Nine of Cups Laris (Picard)
Ten of Cups Scotty (TOS)
Page of Cups Ensign Tilly (DIS)
Knight of Cups Trip (ENT)
Queen of Cups Jadzia Dax (DS9)
King of Cups Benjamin Sisko (DS9)

The Pentacles

Ace of Pentacles Riker (TNG)
Two of Pentacles Paul Stamets (DIS)
Three of Pentacles Doctor Agnes Jurati (Picard)
Four of Pentacles Harry Mudd (DIS)
Five of Pentacles Seven of Nine (VOY)
Six of Pentacles Culber (DIS)
Seven of Pentacles Mayweather (ENT)
Eight of Pentacles Neelix (VOY)
Nine of Pentacles The Diviner (PRO)
Ten of Pentacles Phlox (ENT)
Page of Pentacles Chekov (TOS)
Knight of Pentacles Christine Chapel (SNW)
Queen of Pentacles Philippa Georgiou (DIS)
King of Pentacles Archer (ENT)

The Wands

Ace of Wands Hoshi Sato (ENT)
Two of Wands Commander Saru (DIS)
Three of Wands Lieutenant Keyla Detmer (DIS)
Four of Wands Captain Pike and Number One (SNW)
Five of Wands Worf (TNG)
Six of Wands Raffi (PIC)
Seven of Wands Sulu (TOS)
Eight of Wands Data (TNG)
Nine of Wands Rios (PIC)
Ten of Wands Captain Freeman (LD)
Page of Wands Ensign Nog (DS9)
Knight of Wands Tucker (ENT)
Queen of Wands Troi (TNG)
King of Wands Captain Kirk (TOS)

The Swords

Ace of Swords Burnham (DIS)
Two of Swords Naomi Wildman (VOY)
Three of Swords Odo (DS9)
Four of Swords Crusher (TNG)
Five of Swords Lorca (DIS)
Six of Swords Quark (DS9)
Seven of Swords Mariner (LD)
Eight of Swords Dal (PRO)
Nine of Swords Picard (TNG/Picard)
Ten of Swords Paris (VOY)
Page of Swords Jake Sisko (DS9)
Knight of Swords Boimler (LD)
Queen of Swords Number One (SNW)
King of Swords Jett Reno (DIS)

There were many that I struggled with.  I set forth the task of going across all the Star Trek Universe and these resonate with me.   What would be your favorite of what I selected?  What surprised you the most?