Waiting

 This card literally signifies waiting, sluggishness, and slowness. Nothing happens quickly or in the near future. Patience is required. When this card is positioned next to a negative one, it indicates that a problem, illness, or unpleasant situation will last for a certain period of time. The positive aspect of this card is that when placed next to the Hand of God card, it foretells a very long life for the querent.

The Bosnian name of the card is: ČEKANJE

News

 This is a classic card featuring a bird in flight as a symbol of incoming news. However, the distinctive feature of this card is that the bird holds a key in its beak, and therefore the card offers a solution to a blockage, obstacle, difficulty, or problem when it touches the Padlock card. Likewise, when positioned next to the Door card, it literally opens it, thereby foretelling a resolution to the problem or success in what the querent is planning.

The Bosnian name of the card is: HABER

Stairs

 This is a card of ascent, progress, rising to a higher level, growth, and advancement. However, as Bosnian fortune-tellers explain, a cat is sleeping at the foot of the stairs — a classic symbol of flattery and ingratiation used for personal gain. Therefore, it is suggested that, in order for the querent’s rise to be faster and more secure, they should use charm, praise, and tactful appeasement in achieving their goal.

The Bosnian name of the card is: Stepenice

Fortune

 This is a card of luck, positive energy, joy, and pleasure. When placed next to the Sun card, it symbolizes joy of life, ease, and inner peace. Its special quality is that it brings good fortune to any card it touches — to the left or right, above or below — softening negative influences or enhancing positive effects. In terms of timing, it indicates a period of six months.

The Bosnian name of the card is: Nafaka

Hand of God

 Probably the most energetically powerful card in the entire deck, its meaning is divine, as it represents God’s strength, the power of blessing, and protection. It completely neutralizes the negative influence of any unfavorable card next to which it is positioned. Bosnian fortune-tellers have a custom of placing this card on top of the deck when putting it away, face up toward the sky, believing that until the next reading the cards will be infused with divine energy that will enhance their intuition and inspiration.

The Bosnian name of the card is: Božja ruka

Speed

This is my favorite card. It literally represents speed, and as such predicts that what the fortune-teller “sees” will manifest within a short period of time. For example, when this card is positioned next to the Path card, it announces that the querent will soon go on a journey, even if they are not currently planning one. Next to the Money card, it predicts quick financial gain; next to the Love card, an adventure, and so on.

            The Bosnian name of the card is: Brzina

Love

 This is one of the most beautiful cards in the deck. It represents love in all its forms, not only love between two people. It may point to what the querent loves in life — for example, next to the Money card it suggests a love of material things; next to the Path card, it indicates an adventurous person who enjoys travel; next to the Society card, it shows someone who enjoys socializing and gatherings, and so on. When positioned between the Gentleman and the Lady, or between the Young Man and the Young Woman, it signifies pure and sincere love.

The Bosnian name of the card is: Ljubav

Spirit

 This is one of the most mysterious cards in the entire deck, and most Bosnian fortune-tellers interpret it as an “empty card,” which usually means that nothing is currently happening in the life of the person asking the question — he or she is standing in a vacuum. It also indicates that nothing will come of one’s wishes, that they will not be fulfilled, and that someone’s promise will “turn into smoke” — meaning it will amount to nothing.

The Bosnian name of the card is: Duh

Friend

 This is a card of friendship, good relationships, meeting new people, as well as reconciliation. When positioned near the Mill card, it signifies a business agreement or a job interview. If it touches the Fortune card, then the person asking the question is quite literally a favorite of luck.

The Bosnian name of the card is: Prijatelj

Padlock

 This card, as illustrated by its image, signifies blockage — something that is closed, locked, and inaccessible. When placed next to the Path card, it symbolizes a delayed journey. When appearing beside the Scales card, it indicates imprisonment or the possibility of a legal sentence. If found, for example, next to the Love card, it speaks of strong emotions and a deep bond between two people. It may also indicate impotence, throat-related issues, or constipation.

The Bosnian name of the card is: Kilit

Money

 This is a card of money, earnings, and profit. It represents all forms of material gain. When appearing next to a negative card such as Misfortune, it may indicate bankruptcy, and when placed beside the Lie card, it can symbolize a greedy and unscrupulous person.  

The Bosnian name of the card is: Novac

 

Moon

 This is a card of the night, discretion, intuition, and the subconscious. When combined with the Love card, it represents a romantic person — someone who enjoys dreaming and indulging in fantasies. When it appears in a spread, it advises the querent to take a pause, not to rush into decisions; at this time, they need peace and rest.

The Bosnian name of the card is: Mjesec

New House

 This card always signifies a new phase in life: relocation, a change of job, moving abroad, or confronting new circumstances. It is a card of transformation and change.

The Bosnian name of the card is: Nova Kuća

Misfortune

 

When this card appears first in a spread, it indicates that the querent is facing difficulties, whether related to love, work, health, money, or other areas of life. When Misfortune appears next to the Fortune card, it signifies a highly turbulent period that may last for several years.

            The Bosnian name of the card is: Belaj

Wreath

 The Wreath is one of the happiest cards in the faletarki deck, and as such it generally signifies only positive events, such as a court victory if it appears next to the Scales card, marriage when it is beside the Love card, or recovery if it touches the Bed card.

The Bosnian name of the card is: Vijenac

Burden

This is a karmic card; it represents our karma, the life burden we carry, as well as our obligations. It can also indicate hard work when it is located near the Mill card, or legal problems if it touches or is in close proximity to the Scales card.

The Bosnian name of the card is: Teret