What’s the Difference Between Birth Cards and Identifier Cards?
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SunnyDayDreamer
I'm feeling a bit confused about the difference between birth cards and identifier cards in tarot. I know my birth card is the Tower, but I've heard that the identifier card might actually represent me better. Can anyone clarify how these two types of cards relate to each other and which one truly reflects a person?
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The Tower represents a lesson about building properly and addressing problems instead of ignoring them. Having the Tower as your birth card can be a powerful reminder to avoid shortcuts in life, so it's not necessarily a negative thing—it symbolizes a commitment to growth!
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It’s important to remember that both types of cards are really suggestions, not hard rules. Your birth card could signify a broader life theme, while an identifier card might be more personal to who you are right now. So, don’t stress too much about which one is 'correct'—it can vary based on the reading and your personal journey!
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For me, I use the Queen of Cups as my identifier since I'm a blonde female and a water sign. It feels like a better representation of my energy. My birth card is the Hierophant, and while I see him as having a role in my life lessons, the Queen of Cups really resonates with me on a personal level.
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Honestly, I don’t resonate with my birth card much. I had a deck choose the Queen of Swords for me, and that card feels much more personal. I pay closer attention to it during readings.
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How can I find out what my birth card is?
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I learned from a book by Juliet Sharman-Burke who connects zodiac signs to court cards. I prefer to just focus on my readings without assigning identifier cards or removing cards from my deck, since it feels limiting.
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