The Fish - The Flow of Abundance & Material Freedom
Back to LibraryTHE FISH card depicts a school of fish swimming playfully through strong ocean waves, symbolizing abundance, prosperity, and the natural flow of life. Throughout history, fish have represented fertility, spirituality, and the vast wealth of the subconscious and the seas.
In Lenormand, the Fish most often signals positive change accompanied by tangible material benefits. It is the primary card for independence, entrepreneurship, and self-employment. Its connection to the sea links it to commerce, international trade, and all forms of buying, selling, and exchange.
At its core, the Fish represents wealth, prosperity, and the movement of money. It suggests freedom from restriction and the autonomy to manage one's own path. It is a vital card for business transactions and financial health, reflecting a life that moves as naturally as the tides.
Beyond material wealth, the Fish's association with water points to deep emotions, intuition, and sensitivity. It refers to places connected to water - beaches, coastlines, or rivers - and the ability to adapt to changing environments with grace and cleverness.
Incoming Themes
- Abundance, plenty, and a significant increase in resources
- Successful buying, selling, or trading ventures
- Expansion of business or personal influence
- Positive change accompanied by material flow
- Movement and adaptability in upcoming situations
Character Traits
- Independent, self-sufficient, and entrepreneurial
- Dreamy or idealistic but also clever and quick-minded
- Magnetic, persuasive, and open to new possibilities
- Generous or extravagant, sometimes spending freely
- Attractive with darker hair and sun-kissed skin tones
Work & Influence
- Self-employment, entrepreneurship, and freelance work
- Success in consulting, advising, or leadership roles
- Expansion into international trade or fishing industries
- Freedom to manage projects with total autonomy
- Successful professional transitions and growth
Matters of the Heart
- Emotions flowing freely and a desire for openness
- Non-restrictive, flexible, and natural relationships
- Deep emotional compatibility and intuitive bonding
- A relationship that thrives on mutual freedom and abundance
Body & Vitality
- Connected to the kidneys, bladder, and fluid balance
- Importance of hydration and water-based exercise
- Sensitivity to alcohol; issues with hangovers or dizziness
- Cleansing the body through natural elements and water
Material Wealth
- Significant financial improvement and increased cash flow
- Profits, payouts, and material satisfaction
- Successful investments and strategic movement of capital
- Transfers, exchange, and the 'multiplication' of resources
A Chronicle of Flow
Literal Speak
Clouds + Fish = Undercooked Seafood
I once pulled a reading for a visit from my sister. The spread showed: Birds, Clouds, Fish, Bouquet, Bear. The Fish was central. Knowing her, I thought of shopping, but the Clouds made me uneasy. As it turned out, the day was defined by a meal of lobster rolls at a bistro - where the food was undercooked (Clouds + Fish) and the chef was grumpy (Clouds + Bear).
Eventually, the situation was resolved, and we enjoyed a joyful hour at a high-end cosmetics counter. The Fish accurately described the luxury seafood and our subsequent shopping spree. The cards captured the mood shifts perfectly, from the minor tension with the 'puffed-up' chef to the pleasant ending promised by the Bouquet.
The Fish also appears with striking precision in fertility matters. In the literal world of IVF, the card pair of Fish with Ring is unmistakable - symbolizing the 'seed' and the successful cycle. It represents the vital flow of life and the abundance of nature's creative power.
Whether it is about an independent business or a day of celebration, the Fish reminds us that prosperity follows those who know how to move with the current rather than fighting it.
The Fish in the Grand Shadow
Traditionally, the Fish predicts strong financial luck and business success. Proximity to the significator determines the ease of this achievement. When close to the Man or Woman, success comes easily; when far away, projects may face delays or require more caution.
In daily life, the Fish brings positive change and expansion. It can point to vacations near the sea or time spent in places of commerce. When surrounded by positive cards, it amplifies growth and material satisfaction across all houses it influences.
For clients who are self-employed or entrepreneurs, I look to the Fish as their secondary significator. Its health reflects the health of their brand. Surrounded by negative cards, movement and improvement may be blocked by bureaucratic obstacles or temporary stagnation.
The Fish is the card of autonomy. In the Tableau, it shows where the querent is most independently successful and where they have the most freedom to manage their own resources without interference.
Relational Harmonies
- Fish + Garden: A shopping mall, resort, or public fish market; fertile social life
- Fish + Ring: A business contract, a repetitive cycle of income, or conception/fertility
- Mice + Fish + Mountain: A business remaining slow, stagnant, or completely blocked
- Fish + Ship: International trade, import/export, or travel across water
- Fish + Letter: Checks, invoices, or financial documentation
- Birds + Fish: Commercial negotiations, trading news, or two income streams
- Bear + Fish: A wealthy boss, financial management, or strong business power
The Fish is the primary indicator of self-employment and the flow of material resources.