Leo Tarot Cards

Leo energy is expressive, creative, and heart-centered. It governs confidence, identity, leadership, and the courage to be seen. Leo teaches us how to radiate from the inside out — to act from authenticity, passion, and purpose rather than fear or approval-seeking.

In Tarot, Leo is expressed through archetypes that explore inner strength, vitality, and inspired leadership. These cards remind us that true power comes from alignment between heart, will, and action. Below you will learn what are the tarot cards of Leo.

What Are the Tarot Cards Associated With Leo?

Leo is represented in Tarot through three primary archetypes. One Major Arcana card represents Leo itself. Another Major Arcana card represents its planetary ruler, the Sun. A court card represents Leo’s element and modality.

These cards are Strength, The Sun, and the King of Wands.

Leo Is Strength in Tarot

In Tarot, Leo is represented by Strength, the archetype of courage, self-discipline, and inner harmony. The woman in the card tames the lion not through force, but through presence, compassion, and quiet confidence.

Strength reflects Leo’s highest expression: leading from the heart. It teaches that real power does not need dominate instead it integrates instinct and intention. When Strength appears in a reading, it asks where courage, patience, and self-trust are needed most.

The Sun Is Leo’s Ruler in Tarot

Leo is ruled by the Sun, Earth’s source of light, energy, and vitality. Everything in our solar system revolves around the Sun, which is why its symbol is a circle with a dot at the center. The Sun is consciousness at the core.

In astrology, the Sun represents the self, identity, and purpose. In Tarot, The Sun embodies confidence, self-esteem, clarity, and life force. This archetype encourages joy, authenticity, and the willingness to be fully seen as oneself.

The King of Wands and Fixed Fire

Leo is a Fire sign associated with creativity, action, and personal will. In Tarot, Fire is represented by the suit of Wands. Leo is also a Fixed sign, expressed through King energy that is sustained vision and leadership.

These qualities come together in The King of Wands, the embodiment of inspired, charismatic leadership. He leads by example, motivates through passion, and remains anchored in purpose. The King of Wands reminds us that Leo leadership is most powerful when it uplifts others rather than seeks validation.

The Leo Path:

Heart, Vitality, and Creative Leadership

Together, Strength, The Sun, and the King of Wands describe the Leo journey. Strength cultivates inner harmony. The Sun radiates purpose and vitality. The King of Wands channels that energy into creative leadership.

Leo energy teaches us that confidence is clarity. When heart, will, and action are aligned, leadership becomes a natural expression of authenticity and joy.

Reflection Prompt:

Where in your life are you being asked to step forward with greater confidence? How could leading from the heart change the way you express your creativity or authority?