Tarot and Rabbits
Welcome to Season 12 of Every Day Tarot! This season, we’re exploring the sacred bond between the tarot and our animal allies.
Animals are ancient storytellers. They whisper truths about our intuition, reflecting our fears and desires, guiding us through cycles of change, and reminding us of the wild magic woven into the natural world.
In this episode, we talk about the rabbit—a creature of gentle demeanor, fertility, and explosive bursts of energy. Often associated with spring, the moon, and the underworld, the rabbit invites us to embrace softness without surrendering power, to act even when afraid, and to honor the wisdom that comes from stillness and speed in equal measure.
Let’s dig into their lore, their tarot appearances, and the lessons they bring when they show up in your life (or your deck!)
What we explore in this episode:
Rabbit symbolisms in myth and magic
How rabbit energy relates to certain tarot archetypes
The message of the rabbit: act even when you’re afraid, and don’t let nervous energy drive the show
Rabbits Symbolism in Myth & Magic
Rabbits are soft-bodied but highly attuned creatures. They freeze when threatened—a reminder that stillness can be a survival skill. But when they run, they zigzag—swift, unpredictable, intuitive. The rabbit reminds us that vulnerability is not a weakness, and we don’t have to let fear lead.
Across cultures and traditions, rabbits appear as tricksters, guides, and sacred messengers of gods and goddesses. In folklore and magical practice, they represent:
New beginnings and spring energy
Timidity and overthinking
Fertility and reproduction
Abundance and growth
Moon and underworld connections
In magic and witchcraft, rabbit fur may be used in spellwork for prosperity, quick change, or protection. Their burrows remind us to dig inward—to build shelter, to rest, to incubate what matters.
Decks referenced:
Anima Mundi Tarot Deck by Megan Wyreweden
Tarot Cards Featuring Rabbit Energy:
While not common across all decks, rabbits appear in several key tarot archetypes—especially those grounded in the physical world. Their energy pops up symbolically, even when they’re not pictured directly.
Queen of Pentacles (Sasuraibito Tarot)
The rabbit is most famously featured in the Queen of Pentacles card. This version cradles two rabbits in her arms. Behind her are towering sprigs of rosemary. The scene is lush and full, reminding us that caretaking is sacred, and soft power is still power.
Knight of Wands (Anima Mundi Tarot)
In this deck, the Knight is depicted as a jackrabbit: long-limbed, wide-eyed, and ready to leap. Here, rabbit energy shifts into boldness. This Knight is the risk-taker, the trailblazer, the intuitive sprinter who doesn’t wait for perfect timing.
🌿 Plant Magic & Energetics
Edible & Herbal Uses:
Sprouts are protein-rich and nutrient-dense.
Buds can be grilled like artichokes.
Stems and roots can be used like celery or shredded in slaws.
Seeds are edible, nourishing, and can be ground into porridge.
Ritual Use:
Create body scrubs or solar-infused oils with sunflower petals and sunflower oil.
Use sunflower oil as a carrier for ritual infusions.
Burn dried petals in loose incense blends for strength, clarity, and solar blessing.
Wear or carry petals in talismans for vitality, fertility, and courage.
Gardening & Offerings:
Grow sunflowers in your garden or on your balcony to attract pollinators, uplift your space, and invite prosperity.
Leave offerings of sunflower petals or seeds at crossroads, community gardens, or altars to the sun, your ancestors, or deities like Apollo, Helios, and Demeter.
Energetic Properties:
Uplifts mood and restores optimism.
Encourages boldness, creativity, and self-trust.
Supports manifestation and community nourishment.
Helps us stand tall in our truth while remaining grounded.
If you haven't listened to my other seasons yet, go check them out!
Season 1 - Tarot basics
Seasons 2 & 3 - Major Arcana and 4 suits
Season 4 - Tarot in Pop Culture
Season 5 - Tarot Spreads
Season 6 - Suit of Wands
Season 7 - Suit of Pentacles
Season 8 - Suit of Swords
Season 9 - Suit of Cups
Season 10 - Tarot and Witchcraft
Season 11 - Tarot and Plant Allies
💭 Today's Tarot Pull:
From It’s Grow Time oracle deck by Chantel Davis Gray, I pulled “Work at a small business coffee shop.”
A sweet reminder to change your environment, seek out quiet community, and allow new energy to enter your life. Just like rabbits find comfort in familiar burrows, sometimes we thrive in safe and cozy spaces. Try working somewhere new, sipping something warm, and listening for whispers of inspiration.
Reflective prompts on this card:
Where in your life are you being asked to move quickly, and where might you need to pause and burrow?
Is there a project or dream you're ready to multiply like rabbits?
What would it look like to embrace your soft parts and still feel powerful?
A 12-Week Tarot for Transformation Journey
Starting in late August, I’m inviting you to join me for a 12-week live course based on Tarot for Transformation!
We’ll spend three months together, working through the major arcana as archetypal guides. Each week, we’ll:
Focus on one major arcana card and the life themes it highlights.
Explore journaling prompts and exercises from Dreya Blume’s book.
Share experiences and support each other in a safe, witchy, and affirming space.
Participate in live one-hour calls (with replays available if you can’t join live).
This is not just about learning tarot — it’s about using tarot as a vessel for real, meaningful change in your life.
If you've ever longed for a supportive community to explore big personal shifts, or if you’re ready to commit to discovering your most authentic self, this journey is for you.
You can sign up to receive more information (no FOMO!). We’re planning to begin at the end of August, so there’s plenty of time to get ready.
Upcoming Events:
Let’s Talk Tarot Meetup group. Our next event is July 27th from 1-3pm. We’ll be meeting up at the Old Hangout, a Tiki lounge, at the Elks Lodge McMenamins and talking all things tarot! Bring your tarot cards, your questions, and your tarot obsession.
Ways to Connect & Support:
Get my Tarot Card Creation Workshop including the full hour long recording with my step by step method, examples of the tarot cards I’ve created, journaling questions, and PDF to walk you through it for just $33. Click here to purchase now!
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