Lenormand Card Meanings

7. The Snake

The Snake is the seventh card of the Lenormand and symbolises complications and ulterior motives. It indicates lies, deception, betrayal and manipulation. When this card appears in a reading, it is a warning to watch out for the snake in the grass. The direction The Snake faces in a reading will reveal the target.

The Snake is both charming and dangerous, often signifying our temptations and desires. The Snake likes to hide in the shadows and its threat comes from its lack of detection. It describes something poisonous, but you may not realise the potency of its venom until it’s too late. The earlier you become aware of The Snake, the less damage it will do.

Interpreting The Snake

The Snake as a Person

Associated with the Queen of Clubs playing card, The Snake can signify a female who will complicate your life. The Snake describes a person who is deceptive, self-serving and jealous. They are calculating and manipulative, but these traits will not be obvious – they’ll smile sweetly to your face while they stab you in the back. The Snake often describes someone who is seductive or alluring.

Physically, The Snake can describe someone who is slim, attractive, and has piercing eyes. They may be quite flexible and agile. The Snake can also indicate dry skin or tattoos.

The Snake can represent a plumber or electrician, someone who works with reptiles, or a salesperson.

The Snake as a Place

The Snake can symbolise a river, a stream, or somewhere with long grass. It may also describe a winding path or road.

The Snake as an Object

The Snake can signify any reptile. It can also describe pipes, tubes, wires, ropes or drains. It may symbolise a necklace or bracelet.

The Snake as Advice

The Snake comes as a warning. When The Snake appears in a reading, you should keep your cards close to your chest and be careful who you trust. The Snake is here to alert you to the fact that something isn’t right, so the advice is to pay attention and watch where you step. It may also indicate that now is a good time to straighten some things out.

If The Snake represents you, it may be telling you to be flexible or to look at the motives that are driving your actions right now. It may also be advising you to turn on your charm, or to be cautious of who is charming you.