The suit of cards: the history of origin, meaning, interpretation

There are many versions of when and where people first started using maps for entertainment. In one case, their invention is attributed to the Chinese, who began to paint dominoes of cardboard. Others believe that the French king, who could thus conceal his folly during the evening game games, was an innovator in this matter. Anyway, at the end of the 14th century in France, representatives of the lowest estates became obsessed with this occupation, which often harmed the family and work. Most likely, it was from there that passion for gambling among people came.

What is the suit of cards and what does it mean?

Each suit has its own meaning and a different name, not only in languages and cultures, but also in historical periods. Their ancestors were Tarot cards, whose name is still used in Italy - swords, swords and cups, pennies, wands. The Germans began to call the four symbols in their own way: "leaves", "acorns", "hearts", "bells".

Every well-known modern name has received every suit of cards much later than its origin. In the Middle Ages it was believed that each of the suits denotes a specific layer of the population, and the dignity of the cards were invented according to the then existing state system.

Particular reference to the cards of Christian believers. They consider them a product of the devil, who by means of them tries to attract people to their side. Gambling or just finding a deck in the house is considered a sin, and the soul of such people will be ruined and eternal life will not be given to them if they do not come to their senses on time.

What are the suits of cards called?

Everyone knows the answer, but not everyone thinks that they symbolize. According to one of the most common versions, all suits denote the instruments of torture and suffering of Christ during his crucifixion (directly the cross itself, spear, sponge with vinegar and nails). That's why the church has such an unambiguous attitude to this entertainment.

Each suit of cards symbolizes one of the known elements. Peaks - the air, denotes everything that happens negative with the person at the moment: quarrels, failures, lies, losses. Crosses - the fire, shows what position in society is occupied by a person, has power or, on the contrary, is subordinate. Worms are water, responsible for emotional state, love and relationships. Bubny is the land, it helps to learn and clarify all the business issues related to work, travel, education, etc. These symbols are used in divination by means of special maps.

What color is the most favorable card?

Most believe that it's hearts. In some ways, they are right, because the loss of such a card during fortune telling can help in resolving various problems. Business in this situation will go well, events will develop in their turn. About the person on whom the card of the hearts fell, you can speak as wise and reasonable. In certain situations, this could mean a quick vacation.

How about suits that carry a negative load? Obviously, the black suit in the cards does not bode well. If such a card fell, then quick troubles are secured. Believe it or not, everyone's business.