The Tarot Pips (numbered cards) show the action that is going on in our lives on a daily basis. Where the Major Arcana is of the Spiritual realm, the Minor Arcana are of the Physical realm. Each pip carries two types of energy – the energy of their number, and the energy of their suit.
The Two’s in the Tarot have to do with duality, and with balance. The Ace’s are potential, and are essentially undirected. In the Two’s, we see this energy directed into the physical world. The energy of the Two’s can also be connected with that of the High Priestess, which carries the number II (Two) in the Major Arcana.
The Two of Wands has to do with creative, fiery energy. It is all about passion and focus. It is also a card of expansion, of vision, and of taking informed risks.
The Two of Cups has to do with emotional, intuitive energy. It is also about attraction, and the willingness to compromise. Here we see the aura of partnership, whether it be romantic or business in nature.
The Two of Swords has to do with communication, and the mental realm. Here we are talking about balance and compromise (of a temporary nature). In a reading, the Seeker may have found themselves in the “middle” of something. It can also indicate indecision, and the need to be impartial. It is a time to listen to your internal voice – the voice of intuition.
The Two of Pentacles has to do with bringing balance to work, finances, and the material side of life. It is all about being resourceful and willing to adapt to circumstances.
In a reading, the Two’s represent a test in life – the test of having to make a choice. The choice in the suit of Wands is whether or not to act on a sudden passion that has come to you. In the suit of Cups it is choosing whether or not to recognize a deep heart connection in your life, and to act on it. In the suit of Swords the choice is whether you want to know the truth of a situation. In the suit of Pentacles, the choice is that of taking responsibility for using the resources around you to bring your life into balance.