Symbolism and Meaning of the Emperor Tarot Card:
Significance: Solidly Grounded Activity
The Emperor sits on a stone throne adorned with four rams' heads, holding in his right hand the ankh and in his left a globe. The Emperor's throne is rock-solid. He is in his place, completely grounded. The life force and the material world, symbolized by the ankh and the globe are at his command. The four rams' heads are symbols of the Emperor's will. He will bring all of these resources together to accomplish his purpose.