Card 13 - The Child - from the Gypsy Deck: messages, combinations and more!

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Jennifer Sherman

Do you know the meaning of Card 13 in the Romaine Deck?

The 13th Card in the Gypsy Deck is the Child. It has positive polarity, represents the beginning of a project, novelty, innocence. The child is not afraid, is spontaneous, calm, without falsehood. He is open to the world and able to live his new experiences without barriers.

There is a relaxation in the aura of the child, so happiness, kindness, fun are instilled in this blade. They are the children, the children of the family. It represents the new, who will need care and attention, in order to grow and develop. In the negative sense, it describes the stubbornness and tantrums of an angry child.

Many of our difficulties have their cause in childhood. In this sense, the child comes to represent our own inner child, which will often need to be healed in order to be more creative and happy.

Understanding more about the Gypsy Deck

Of European origin, Le Normand or Gypsy Deck, as we know it, is one of today's most sought-after oracles. Famous for its objectivity, and known as the gossip deck, it has become the favourite of most, both for study and advice. Read on to find out more.

Origin and history

The Gypsy Deck is one of the most popular oracles in Brazil, probably because of its simplicity. Its images are a differential, as they are part of our daily life, and compose a language that transmits its messages immediately. However, we should not dispense with the need for study.

The first version of the Gypsy deck was created in Germany under the name of "Das Spiel der Hoffnung" (The Hope Game), a board game in the shape of a deck, in 1799.

By the end of the 18th century, a French fortune teller named Marie-Anne-Adelaide Lenormand popularized these cards and, after some adaptations, gave them the name Petit Le Normand. The gypsies in Europe had contact with the deck and adopted it as an oracle, so they brought it with them when they came to America. That's why it's called Gypsy Deck.

Benefits of the Gypsy Tarot

There are controversies regarding this nomenclature, and we will clarify them now. Every Tarot game will always have 78 cards, divided between Major Arcana and Minor Arcana. The Gypsy decks will have 36 blades. Some updates may change these numbers, but these are the original characteristics. This way we can say that the Gypsy Deck is not Tarot.

The Oracles are used when we need answers and signs that can direct us to the best choices and decisions. Through the cards of the Gypsy Deck, it is possible to read the energies of the moment and understand a little more about our reality. Many times, we feel limited and confused and, through the cards, we can have clarifications about the issues that weafflicts.

How does it work?

The interpretation of the 36 cards requires sensitivity and intuition, however you do not need to be a medium or have paranormal powers to be a good oracle maker. There are specific drawing techniques and methods that can be passed on through a good master.

Each slide has a figure that should be interpreted, always considering the neighboring cards, as well as the positioning of the card in pre-determined houses, for example, past, present and future.

The practice, for sure, will lead the fortune teller to have more and more assertiveness, because his intuition will be exercised at each drawing. Studying and reading about the interpretations of different authors can also be a great differential.

Knowing about the 13th Card - The Child

The 13th card is represented by the figure of a carefree child with a positive countenance. It is an invitation to the joy of living, new beginnings and spontaneity in relationships. Read on and learn more about this card.

Suit and visual description

The suit of Swords is related to the element of Air, changeable and volatile. Astrologically, it is influenced by the sign of Gemini and its flexible dimensions. The Jack of Swords is represented by a young man, who encourages us to leave old patterns behind, while asking the individual to prepare for the sudden changes that may arise in his life. It indicates theability to communicate and the flexibility to move forward and backward.

The most used visual description of Chart 13 is the image of a child playing joyfully in a park, conveying a feeling of harmony and naivety.

Meaning of Card 13 in normal position

In its normal position, the 13 card usually indicates a "yes". The beginning of a new cycle full of good news, as well as a new project that will need care and attention in order to grow. The Child card aims to connect us again with our inner child, to remind us of the lightness with which we can conduct some situations of our adult life.

Often we need to integrate our "adult self" with our "child self" in order to discover again the taste of creativity and adventure. It will not always represent the birth of a child, because in order to affirm this fact, it will be necessary to analyze the neighboring cards.

Meaning of the Card 13 in the inverted position

In its inverted position, the Child card can indicate a lot of carelessness from the consulent, besides a certain incapacity to solve problems. It reveals great immaturity, with difficulty to see the real value of everything. Vulnerability and fragility, showing a situation or a project that will not develop. It also speaks of stubbornness or a certain tantrum, because they are childish attitudes andimmature.

The 13th card shows that the actions of the consulent are not being adult, as he may be neglecting some important aspects. It also brings the possibility that we are acting with naivety, which can be a big problem in some situations.

Messages from Letter 13 - The Child

Letter 13, brings us as a message the suggestion to be light, as children can be, enjoying the good times of life. However, without losing responsibility. Read on to understand more.

Positive aspects

The Child Card represents the joy of living, innocence, optimism, absence of fear or prejudice. The 13th Card in the Gypsy Deck has several positive aspects, such as tranquility and spontaneity.

The Child is always open to the world. For him, every newness is learning and, for this, he sees no barriers to live the experiences of life. The joviality is also expressed by this letter, it is the childlike joy that makes people always happy, regardless of the events of everyday life. Our inner child, when healthy and happy, helps us to live in a light andcreative.

Negative aspects

The Childhood Letter brings as negative aspects stubbornness and immaturity, but also the inability to solve problems considered of adult life. It indicates that projects started recently will not be continued. Childhood, or, still, difficult childhood can indicate that the children of the family need attention and accompaniment, because they may be going through a period ofdisorientation.

This card also indicates a capricious person, who throws tantrums to get what he wants. But, still as a negative aspect, it can represent an extremely naive person, to the point that he can be harmed because of this characteristic. Childhood traumas and the need to heal your inner child can also be represented through this card.

Letter 13 in love and relationships

In love, the 13th card may represent an approaching pregnancy, but neighbouring cards need to be analysed. Relationships are light, happy, full of creativity and joy. Problems may arise, but they will be small and surmountable, so there is no need to fear.

If you are single, a new love may arrive soon. Your energy and joviality will win over those around you. A smile and spontaneity are always welcome. In a negative sense, it may represent childish attitudes and wrong choices for fear of taking responsibility. If the relationship is just beginning, the Child card may indicate that it will be short-lived.duration.

Letter 13 in work and finance

The 13th Card, in work and finance, asks you not to be inexperienced in the work environment. Don't let them abuse your goodwill. Some people may try to harm you because of your apparent innocence.

Also, it represents the constant opportunity for learning, where we need to be open to the new that comes with learning. We all learn from new experiences. New projects may arise and it will be necessary to use your creativity to succeed. If you are unemployed, the advice is to focus on your dreams and life projects. Still, it is very important that your attitude is seriousand composed during the interviews.

Letter 13 in health

A weakened health is represented by the card 13. In this case, the Child alerts us to problems with low immunity. But it is also important to be attentive to kidney and bladder problems. It can represent pregnancy, if it comes next to the Stork Card.

This card can also indicate the beginning of new treatments, if the person already has some kind of illness. It is advisable to look for new ways, new treatment options. But, in general, the perspectives are favorable to healing, because, being the Child card a positive polarity blade, there is not the perspective of an illness that will extend too far.

Main positive combinations with Card 13

The combinations are very important because they change according to the meaning of each card. It is the duty of the oracleist to know how to understand the numerous possibilities. By reading this article, you will know the main positive combinations with the 13th card.

The Child and The Stork

The combinations need to be analysed carefully and attentively. The Child card followed by the Stork represents a rise in status. A new project which tends to evolve quickly. It may also indicate the end of adolescence.

In love, you may be talking about an engagement or even a marriage proposal, because the 17th card, being the Stork, brings news and change of status. It's as if you were in a video game, when you move to the next phase.

The Stork Chart followed by the Child Chart explains to us that the novelty can be the Child. We are talking about a possible pregnancy or even an adoption, but also about a new project arriving unexpectedly.

The Child and The Dog

The Dog in the Gypsy Deck represents the faithful friend or ideal partner. When this card is followed by the blade 13, it indicates a young friend or childhood friends. In a negative sense, it may be referring to the childishness of one of the consulter's friends.

When the Child card is followed by the Dog, it represents the sincerity of a new friendship. It can also mean that in a new project, the consulter will receive the help of a friend or specialized professional. When the theme is health and the Child card is followed by the Dog card, it can represent that the problem will have a quick solution due to the help of a competent professional.

The Child and The Covenant

The Child card represents something being started, and when it is accompanied by the Ring, it refers to a new relationship or even a new partnership or society. This combination speaks of a newly made commitment.

The Ring followed by the card number 13 shows a child that strengthens the love relationship, but it can also refer to the union itself, which will be short-lived. In this case, the advice is to invest and take care of this relationship so that it can develop. There are always positive possibilities available, especially if we face life with the child's positive outlook.

Main negative combinations with Card 13

Some combinations with the 13th card can be very negative, so we need to be aware of them. We will see below the most important ones. Follow the text to understand more.

The Child and The Knight

The Card of the Horseman brings us the meaning of speed, but also the controlled action through the control of the horse. It represents something coming, as this card is the messenger of the Gypsy Deck. Followed by the Card of the Child, it represents what is about to enter the life of the consulter: a new objective that will not succeed due to its short duration.

Moreover, it can mean an immature man who does not want to make a commitment or responsibilities, he only wants adventure. He arrives, suddenly, and leaves the consulent's life with the same speed that he appeared.

The Child and The Fox

The Fox Card, usually, refers to situations of danger and care. This blade represents a person that approaches you because of some interest behind their actions. When it is accompanied by the Child Card, it is a warning to your naivety. People can appear in your way with the intention of deceiving you. If the consulter's question is related to partnerships, it indicates thatonly he means well.

Something may be wrong with the children in the family or with a purpose that has just been started. Also, it indicates the need to be careful because someone malicious is watching you.

The Child and The Mountain

The Mountain Card usually indicates blockages or even traumas. When it comes with the 13th card, we may consider the need to investigate this situation in the children of the family, who may have problems related to maturity, or our inner child, who is experiencing blockages or has been blocked. Possible disharmonies that need to be analyzed, treated andcured.

From another point of view, this combination of cards refers to the blocking of a plan that has just been initiated, or a headstrong and inflexible person, who makes no effort to change his point of view.

Card 13 represents the innocence and hope of the childlike gaze!

The hope of the childlike outlook is represented through the 13th card. For, the Child represented, through this blade, brings to light the reality that many of us have completely removed ourselves from our childlike side throughout our lives.

This letter is a true call to go back in time, remembering our purest and happiest moments. There is a need to reintegrate with our inner child that is often forgotten as we grow into adults.

This is, without a doubt, the starting point for a fuller and more peaceful life. When all our creative power is restored, our childlike side manifests its creativity and spontaneity. The great discovery is that we can be children for the rest of our lives, if we always act with joy, valuing even the small pleasures, as when we were children.

As an expert in the field of dreams, spirituality and esotericism, I am dedicated to helping others find the meaning in their dreams. Dreams are a powerful tool for understanding our subconscious minds and can offer valuable insights into our daily lives. My own journey into the world of dreams and spirituality began over 20 years ago, and since then I have studied extensively in these areas. I am passionate about sharing my knowledge with others and helping them to connect with their spiritual selves.