Win a Professional Tarot/Numerology Reading! It is time for our sixth Bella Tarot Trivia contest, with a prize of a professional one-hour
Tarot/Numerology Reading to our monthly Trivia Contest winner.
Our Bella Host, June Kaminski ( professional reader name:
Rajuna) will personally provide one of her in-depth readings, carefully transcribed for convenience and instant reference. The winner will have a choice of tarot decks for the reading including the Joseph Ernest Martin's Quest Tarot Deck; Aleister Crowley's Thoth Deck; Kat Black's Golden Tarot Deck; Sarah Ovenall's Victoria Regina Deck, Robert Place's Buddha Tarot Deck or D.J Conway and Lisa Hunt's Celtic Dragon Tarot. The Numerology component of the Reading will provide a comprehensive synoposis of the winner's Name Interpretation, Birth Number and Destiny Number Analysis.
The first contestant to answer 9 (a powerful number!) trivia questions correctly will win the
Reading. This contest is open to any participant living in the USA or the UK who is aged 18 years or older. Posts must be unedited to qualify as answers. The prize will be shipped (published
format) or emailed to the winner at no cost.
The Tarot/Numerology Reading is worth $90. The winner will be invited to submit up to five
questions to be addressed in the Reading. For complete sweepstake rules,
Click Here! The current Tarot Trivia Contest begins the September Full Moon in Aries, Wednesday
September 28th.
One new Trivia Question will be posted daily on the Bella Tarot forum. The trivia questions will
be focused solely on Tarot topics. You will be able to find clues to these questions on the Bella Tarot site.
A new Reading Contest will begin at each Full Moon. Good Luck and tell your friends!
Our May Winner was Michael Boyle!
Our June Winner was Fiona Wolff!
Our July Winner was Janet Boyer!
Our Blue Moon Winner was also Janet Boyer!
Our August Winner was Michael Boyle!
Our September Winner could be You!
FIRST SEPTEMBER TAROT TRIVIA CONTEST QUESTION:
Which tarot card correlates to the Joker in a regular playing card deck?
The quest continues <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
The Fool correspondes to the Joker.
HI Ann,
Yes, you are starting out in crusander fashion!
That is 1 point for you already!
SECOND SEPTEMBER TAROT TRIVIA CONTEST QUESTION:
What geometric symbol resembles a three-dimensional Star of David?
Yes, Janet!
You are right. That is 1 point for you!
THIRD SEPTEMBER TAROT TRIVIA CONTEST QUESTION:
Which Major Arcana card signals a successful completion, accomplishment and fulfillment?
HI there,
No, it is not Judgement but you are very close!
Good to see you here, btw!!
Thanks! <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> Good to be here.
hmmm... Ok- Then it must be the final trump card The World/Universe.
Is that it?
Thanks! <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> Good to be here.
hmmm... Ok- Then it must be the final trump card-- The World/Universe.
Is that it?
Yes! You are right!
That is 1 point for you!
FOURTH SEPTEMBER TAROT TRIVIA CONTEST QUESTION:
How does the Hierophant card remind us of our connectedness with others and the "universe"?
The Hierophant represents formal groups of people, whether spiritual, educational or just social.
All people need to feel like they are part of a group such as a culture. We learn how to play nicely with the other children <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> , which brings us a feeling of security and connects us to others.
Also, the Hierophant reminds us that our actions have a direct impact on everything and everyone around us. Each of us is an integral part of the universe. We are connected on every level.
Morigaine
Yes Ann, good answer - that is 2 points for you.
Morigaine, welcome! Your answer was superb as well.
FIFTH SEPTEMBER TAROT TRIVIA CONTEST QUESTION:
Which of the four suits corresponds to emotions?
That would be cups.
Morigaine
Yes Morigaine!
That is 1 point for you now!
SIXTH SEPTEMBER TAROT TRIVIA CONTEST QUESTION:
Which well-established Tarot deck features Princesses in the Face Cards?
Yes, Morigaine.
That is now 2 points for You!
SEVENTH SEPTEMBER TAROT TRIVIA CONTEST QUESTION:
Which tarot suit corresponds to Leo, Aries and Sagittatius?
Wands=Fire (Swords according to some theorists)
Yes, Janet!
You are right! That is 2 points for you!
EIGHTH SEPTEMBER TAROT TRIVIA CONTEST QUESTION:
Fill in the blank:
"The ________ will guide us to inner wisdom.
She is the spirit of peace and grace.
Let us be silent, and let us listen,
So we can heal with her gift of peace."
Hi again!
Just taking a guess. Never seen the quote...
Sounds like the High Priestess card.
Yah? <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
You are a wonderful guesser (though I suspect your answer came more from your fine knowledge than happenstance, chuckle).
You are totally right,..that is 2 points for you now too,...this is getting exciting.
NINTH SEPTEMBER TAROT TRIVIA CONTEST QUESTION:
In a 3 card spread, what could the King of Coins/Pentacles as the central card mean?
hmmm...
Let me try and tackle this. <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
First we have to decide what each of the positions of the cards will stand for, since
there are many three card spreads.
If we use "past, present, and future" we still have the issue of the nature of the question being asked -- material or spiritual, for example.
The central card would reflect what the querant is going through at present, and what his thoughts/emotions are in regards to the question.
The King of Pentacles is a card that deals well(if well dignified) with material matters. It's the fiery part of Earth, so some action/momentum is implied. This King is also hard working and clever especially in these material matters.
For me, it's hard to tell what this card would mean without the other cards present to establish the proper context. I'd think this would be a wonderful card to see (properly dignified) if you were asking a question about chances of success in a job, or real estate deal, or some such thing.
But, then again, what if your last card was a seven of disks/pentacles. It might mean an unprofitable venture...
But, I'm rambling. <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
This was a wonderful exercise for me. I know this is a contest and all, but I'm curious as to what everyone else thinks.
Take care!
The king could also represent a father figure in the querent's life who is possibly giving them advice, or material support.
Yes h_curious!
That is 3 points for you now.
Thanks for your great answer and feedback on the "exercise" involved to answer this question.
I do have a feature on spreads, "Spreads 101". The three card spread was featured with the King of Coins in the center position, as an example.
The forum discussion that targets this spread can be found here:
3 Card Spread Discussion The article on it is here:
Tarot Spread Tutorial : 3 Card Spread
SUMMARY OF POINTS TO DATE:
Morigaine - 2
Ann - 2
Janet - 2
h_curious - 3
Wow, what a close competition!!!
TENTH SEPTEMBER TAROT TRIVIA CONTEST QUESTION:
Which tarot suit corresponds to the suit of Clubs?
Clubs=Wands
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Do you know if playing cards came after packs of tarot cards, or if playing cards were tarot cards in their own right?
They don't call me h_curious for nuthin'. <img src="/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />
P.S. Thanks for the link to tarot spread tutorial!
Right again, h_curious!
You now have 4 points.
My understanding is that the tarot came first: playing cards used to be hand painted but once woodcuts evolved and more could be produced, a certain "look" evolved to distinguish regular cards from tarot cards. Of course, playing cards can be used in a reading just as well as tarot cards are used.
ELEVENTH SEPTEMBER TAROT TRIVIA CONTEST QUESTION:
Someone asks you to draw a card for them, to answer the question, "Will I live a long life?"
You draw the No. 13 Card of the Major Arcana. How would you answer their question?
The 13th card is Death. I would *carefully* interpret this card to mean that it is important that this person to take better care of himself... to make some positive changes in his life, and that yes, he will live a long and happy life. <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
Good answer, Morigaine!
It is so important to look beyond the "literal" meaning of a card and seek all possible answers. "Death" does not always (for the most paet, rarely) means actual early or imminent death.
That is 3 points for you now!
TWELVTH SEPTEMBER TAROT TRIVIA CONTEST QUESTION:
Fill in the blank to the following quote with the appropriate tarot suit.
"A preponderance of __________ in a spread points strongly to career or work-related matters, particularly its organizational and creative aspects."
I rarely, if ever, pull the Death card...but I love it! (Must be the Scorpionic elements! LOL) I see the Death card as akin to the Phoenix.
Now, if the Tower card came up in that spread...
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Yes, Ann...
That is 3 points for you now too!
You are so right about the Tower card, Janet. It could make one "gulp" if drawn in relation to the "long life" question,....gulp
THIRTEENTH SEPTEMBER TAROT TRIVIA CONTEST QUESTION:
Which face card can be described as "assertive to the point of being domineering; can be cold and remote in interpersonal relationships, thus seem (or actually be) isolated and somewhat lonely"?
My guess is the King of Swords (reversed). Very interesting trying to figure this one out!
I think so, too, Morgaine. <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> It is fun trying to figure these cards out.
After I posted, and was doing some chores, I realized I was hasty in my answer and meant to put up a different card.
I could see the card in my head, but my fingers got ahead of me. Darn! <g>
Take care!
You both have given great answers, and Morgaine - yours was correct. However, the Bella forum contest rules have a rule that an answer can not be accepted if edited. Unfortunately, I can't give you this point - I am so sorry!!!
I am also glad you are enjoying these questions, and I hope this glitch won't discourage your participation. <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
FOURTEENTH SEPTEMBER TAROT TRIVIA CONTEST QUESTION:
How would you explain the difference between the Kings and Knights to a novice reader?
I would explain that the King is similar to the Father archetype--or the full manifestation of a mature male--while the Knight is similar to a teenager/young male--full of impetuous energy and can-do attitude (and often headstrong!) These cards can be describing character traits (which means females can be represented by these cards, especially ones with Yang energy), mentors, or people surrounding the situation.
Great answer Janet...
That is 3 points for you!
FIFTEENTH SEPTEMBER TAROT TRIVIA CONTEST QUESTION:
Fill in the blanks:
The suit of Cups is associated with the _________ element because _______________________.
Cups are associated with the Water element because they deal with the emotions and feelings, being creative and artistic, and even intuitivness.
They get their energy from Binah, or the creative world, and reflect the water signs of the Zodiac. (Pisces, Cancer, and Scorpio)
With this suit, I think of the Moon, and it's energies. If you look at the shape and nature of a cup it's receptive-- like the Yin aspect of things.
Wow, excellent answer, h_curious!
You now have 5 points!
SIXTEENTH SEPTEMBER TAROT TRIVIA CONTEST QUESTION:
Fill in the blank:
The _______________ shows the evolved male characteristics of self-discipline, organization, stability and using action as the path to fulfillment.
Right you are Ann!
You now have 4 points!!
SEVENTEENTH SEPTEMBER TAROT TRIVIA CONTEST QUESTION:
Which suit indicates our desire to seek the Truth, to call "a Spade a Spade"?
SUMMARY OF POINTS EARNED:
h_curious: 5
Ann: 4
Morigaine: 3
Janet: 3
Yes, Ann - right again!
That is now 5 points for You!!
EIGHTHTEENTH SEPTEMBER TAROT TRIVIA CONTEST QUESTION:
Fill in the blank:
The ___________________ symbolizes foresight, understanding, inner wisdom and intuition.
Is this the High Priestess?
It is the High Priestess, h_curious.
You now have 6 points.
My this is a close contest!
NINETEENTH SEPTEMBER TAROT TRIVIA CONTEST QUESTION:
Fill in the blank with the correct Major Arcana card:
The ________ card is very positive and signifies a period of calm and serenity for the Querant. Difficulties are resolved and the path ahead becomes much clearer.
Yes, Morigaine,
That is now 4 points for you!
TWENTIETH SEPTEMBER TAROT TRIVIA CONTEST QUESTION:
Which suit is associated with the emotional aspects of our lives?
Right again, Morigaine!
Cups are lovely, aren't they? <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
That is now 5 points for you!
TWENTY-FIRST SEPTEMBER TAROT TRIVIA CONTEST QUESTION:
Which of the suits is considered "fiery"?
Yes!
You now have 6 points, Morigaine!
TWENTY-SECOND SEPTEMBER TAROT TRIVIA CONTEST QUESTION:
Which tarot card is represented by two figures and why two?
The Lovers, because the card represents human relationships of all kinds, and because it takes two to tango :love: .
Great answer Ann, chuckle,...
That is now 6 points for you!
My goodness, Ann, Morigaine and h_curious are all tied at 6 points!!!!
TWENTY-THIRD SEPTEMBER TAROT TRIVIA CONTEST QUESTION:
Which Major Arcana card represents a period of intense hard work, an uphill struggle against setbacks and problems - yet gives strength of character to see these problems through to resolution?
I believe this would be the Chariot.
Right you are Morigaine!!
That is 7 points for you!
TWENTY-FOURTH SEPTEMBER TAROT TRIVIA CONTEST QUESTION:
Which tarot author/theorist developed a tarot deck based on the life of Siddhartha?
Robert M. Place (the Buddha Tarot).
Yes, right again!
Morigaine now has 8 points!!!
TWENTY-FIFTH SEPTEMBER TAROT TRIVIA CONTEST QUESTION:
Which recently published tarot deck features collaged pictures in its illustrations?
The Golden Tarot, by Kat Black??
Yes Morigaine,
You now have 9 points and you are the winner of this month's contest!!!
Please send me your questions privately along with full name and birthdate for the numerology part of the reading. You have a choice of decks (see the initial intro to the contest for details).
Our next contest will begin tomorrow - this current one was so close with the wonderful participation that we "overtime".
This was a great contest!!!
>>This was a great contest!!!
Indeed! I had alot of fun. <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
Also- Congrats Morigaine! <img src="/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />
Congrats Morigaine! :music:
Thanks so much! I'm very excited about the reading, and good luck to everyone on next month's contest!!
This was a great contest - so many intelligent answers - you should be proud, Morigaine!
Please send me your five questions, your choice of deck for the reading (see contest description for the choices) your full name and birthdate (for the numerology part of the reading) to
tarot@bellaonline.com
The new Contest has begun!
Go to
Tarot Forum Blood Moon 2004 Trivia Contest to participate!
Good Luck to all Entrants!!