The Snake card of the Lenormand oracle represents lies, deceit and betrayal. Of course its meaning depends on the context of the reading, and sometimes it may simply represent a woman or even a lover.
In the Lenormand oracle, the Snake is a negative card. It may tell us to be careful with the people around us, as they could have hidden intentions behind a friendly face.
Keywords: Lies, deceit, falseness, traps, betrayal, selfishness, malice, jealousy, intelligence, a lover, cunning, slyness, a woman, temptation, wicked intentions, negativity, a toxic person, an enemy.
Meaning of the Snake in the Lenormand oracle
The subject of the reading is decisive for interpreting the correct meaning of the Snake card, as it can vary a great deal depending on the cards beside it. These are some of its possible meanings:
The Snake in love
When the Snake appears in a love reading, it usually refers to a seductive person or someone only interested in short-term relationships. Sometimes it may indicate the existence of a lover. If we ask about someone's feelings for the querent, it warns us that the loved one's intentions are not sincere.
The Snake in money/work
When this card appears in a work reading, it usually has negative connotations and can refer to envy, jealousy or financial problems in general. Some colleagues or business partners could be plotting something behind the querent's back.
The Snake in health
In a health reading, the Snake may point to an ailment that has gone unnoticed. Bear in mind that the snake is the symbol of medicine, so it could well be speaking of a health professional. Take care of the digestive system.
The Snake in family/friendships
In a reading about friends or family, this card tells us that some people in our closest circle are scheming or conspiring against the querent. As a negative card, it can speak of traps and deceit; the other cards will give us a clue about the specific issue.
The Snake for timing
As the Snake is a negative card, it can indicate delays, setbacks and problems in reaching our goal. Being card number 7, it could indicate between 7 weeks and 7 months.
Combinations with the Snake card
The meaning of the Snake can change a great deal depending on the cards next to it, so I have prepared a list of combinations as a basic guide for practising two-card readings:
Snake + Rider: An unclear person or situation arrives, someone with a hidden agenda or who could betray us; we should not trust this person at all.
Snake + Clover: Someone is jealous or envious of the querent's luck, current situation or possessions.
Snake + Ship: A trip that will bring problems, long-term plans delayed or facing adversity, someone far away whom we cannot trust.
Snake + House: Falseness, betrayal and hypocrisy within the family; we should be wary of a woman in our family circle, as her intentions are not good.
Snake + Tree: An undetected illness that goes unnoticed, a third party who breaks the stability and growth of something.
Snake + Clouds: Intrigue that sows unease, wickedness, hidden betrayals, bad intentions that are not shown.
Snake + Coffin: Enemies moving away, arguments or quarrels coming to an end, the end of a negative phase.
Snake + Bouquet: Envy of the querent's happiness or luck, treacherous people who may undermine that happiness.
Snake + Scythe: A dangerous enemy, toxic relationships cut off or ended, the end of a negative situation, getting away from someone or something wicked.
Snake + Whip: Fights or problems with a toxic person, arguments or verbal fights, quarrelling, getting back with an ex who will betray us.
Snake + Birds: Insults, verbal fights, arguments, untrue rumours, malicious gossip.
Snake + Child: A lying child, empty promises, a new enemy, a jealous, immature and childish person.
Snake + Fox: A liar who only looks out for their own interests, underhand manipulation, a lying woman.
Snake + Bear: A financial trap, a frustrated financial or work project, failed profits, a loan, deal or credit that will bring us money problems.
Snake + Stars: Dashed hopes, projects and dreams disturbed by someone with bad intentions, a situation that will improve.
Snake + Stork: Difficult changes that bring solutions, running away from problems, lack of interest in an important matter.
Snake + Dog: Finding a helping hand in a difficult moment, a friend with bad intentions or a lying friend, betrayal by a friend.
Snake + Tower: Problems that end up in court or with lawyers, problems that turn out well for the querent, a situation that becomes clear.
Snake + Garden: Hypocrisy from a group of people, a bad relationship with a group, gossip.
Snake + Mountain: Problems or debts that drag on, a very heavy problem, a great enemy, a powerful enemy.
Snake + Crossroads: Avoiding conflict, finding an alternative to avoid a problem, a problem with several solutions.
Snake + Mice: Hardship, losses, persistent problems, a complication that will drag on.
Snake + Heart: Cheating in a relationship, lies and/or disappointment, a painful betrayal by someone we love.
Snake + Ring: Problems or betrayal affecting a commitment, a marriage or a partnership.
Snake + Book: Betrayals or lies kept secret, a harmful, well-kept secret.
Snake + Letter: News about debts, letters, messages or negative news that bring problems.
Snake + Man: A manipulative man, a villain, someone toxic, a bad person, a traitor.
Snake + Woman: A manipulative woman, a villain, someone toxic, a bad person, a traitor.
Snake + Lilies: Situations or people that disturb our peace and stability, an approaching danger.
Snake + Sun: A hard-won victory, we will overcome the obstacles, triumph after a difficult time.
Snake + Moon: Being deceived by appearances, being dazzled by something we are told that hides something negative.
Snake + Key: Finding a solution to a big problem, unpleasant situations that are overcome.
Snake + Fish: Money problems, debts, lack of cash, money from shady dealings.
Snake + Anchor: A problem that stagnates, an unpleasant situation that becomes chronic.
Snake + Cross: Carrying problems, a lie or action that weighs on us.