How it’s worked out
55 − (2 × 8 + 17) = 22. Counting through the deck in order (Hearts, Clubs, Diamonds, Spades), card 22 is the Nine of Clubs.
See the step-by-step guide to the formula.
The Nine of Clubs at a glance
Strengths
- Wise and broad-minded
- An inspiring teacher
- Generous with knowledge
Challenges
- Disappointment when plans fall through
- Unfinished projects
- Mental restlessness
Read the full Nine of Clubs meaning, including love, work, life lessons and reflection questions.
Your Cardology year if you were born on 17 August
Your Cardology year starts every 17 August. It’s split into seven periods of 52 days, each with its own theme:
| Period and theme | Dates |
|---|---|
| MercuryCommunication, learning and short trips. Things tend to move quickly. | 17 Aug to 7 Oct |
| VenusRelationships, friends, family, home and enjoyment. | 8 Oct to 28 Nov |
| MarsEnergy, drive, competition and conflict. | 29 Nov to 19 Jan |
| JupiterGrowth, money, work opportunities and generosity. Seen as the most positive period. | 20 Jan to 12 Mar |
| SaturnResponsibility, hard work, health and limits. Seen as the most challenging period. | 13 Mar to 3 May |
| UranusChange, surprises, independence and gut feelings. | 4 May to 24 Jun |
| NeptuneDreams, imagination, travel, rest and wrapping up the year before your birthday. | 25 Jun to 16 Aug |
Dates are for years without 29 February. If 29 February falls inside your year, periods after it start one day earlier.
Each year of your life also has a planet of its own, based on your age. Divide your age by 7: a remainder of 0 is a Mercury year, 1 Venus, 2 Mars, 3 Jupiter, 4 Saturn, 5 Uranus and 6 Neptune. Read about planet years.
Other birthdays with the Nine of Clubs
See your own Cardology year. Enter your birthday to find your card, your planet year and the seven 52-day periods of your year, with a printable PDF.
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