which cards indicate jealousy in the arcana ?

Krispr29

I'm a beginner with the tarot and trying to learn the meanings of the cards.

Zena_Aquarte

Jealousy is a pretty intense emotion, and a few tarot cards often turn up around it. Look for these:

Five of Swords, conflict, betrayal, and unhealthy competition - stuff that can come from jealousy.
Seven of Swords, deception and trickery; sometimes shows someone acting out of envy or trying to undermine another.
The Devil, negative attachments and obsessive feelings, including envy and possessiveness.
Five of Wands, rivalry and competition that can tip into petty or heated conflict.
Three of Swords, mainly heartbreak and betrayal, but jealousy is often tangled up in that pain.
Queen of Wands reversed tends to show insecurity, manipulation, and jealous energy.

Context and the surrounding cards matter a lot, so keep practicing and you’ll start to recognize how these energies show up in different spreads.

OliviaBr

Zena_Aquarte
I can definitely add a little more depth to this.

Along with the cards you mentioned, The Moon can also point to jealousy, especially when it shows up with cards that show deception or hidden motives. The Moon often brings up fears, illusions, and emotions simmering under the surface, including unacknowledged envy or insecurity.
Another one to watch is the Page of Swords reversed. That card often shows gossip, spying, or someone acting out of jealousy - maybe through petty actions or spreading rumors. Reversed, it usually leans toward an immature way of handling feelings like envy.
Don’t overlook The Tower. It usually shows quick or major upheaval, but it can also mean jealousy has been building for a while and finally blows up, causing big changes in a relationship.

Context matters, but these cards can definitely point to jealousy when they come up with themes of rivalry, fear, or emotional imbalance. Trust your gut; the cards will reveal more as you read them.

OliverPerez

If I'm checking for jealousy in a reading, a few cards usually stand out. Five of Swords is a big red flag, bringing conflict and tension that can come from jealousy. Seven of Swords points to sneaky behavior or envy, like someone trying to get away with something because they're jealous. The Devil is one I watch too, since it covers unhealthy attachments, obsession, and toxic envy.