In cartomancy with playing cards, the Three of Clubs (3♣) is the card of the union.

All threes express the idea of interaction, the interaction being represented by the one pip popping up between the previous two. They also express the idea of getting, and of small gatherings.

The suit of Clubs is concerned with concrete, verifiable reality, so the type of interaction represented by the Three of Clubs will by a legally binding one. This card represents all situations where two or more people come together to form a legally binding agreement. This include marriage, contracts, partnerships etc. In this sense, the Three of Clubs is not a card of feelings, but rather one of strong commitment to a common cause. Therefore, it can also represent associations, clubs etc. In a love reading, in addition to potentially representing the union itself, the card signifies all activities done together. Broadly, the Three of Clubs shows having common goals, unless difficult cards come up after it.

On the material side of things, the card can represent a job contract or a partnership. It also signifies positive group environments to work, where people share the same goals. Attended by good Diamonds this is an especially auspicious card, as it shows job security.

Another important meaning of the card is that of intermediation. All threes can represent this idea, but the Three of Clubs represents it neutrally, whereas the Three of Hearts would be positive and the Three of Spades negative.

Psychologically, the card shows great personal enterprise in reaching for what one wants. Spiritually it is connected to the taking of oaths.

Some Combinations:

3♣ – Face card = married person or business partner, depending on the other cards
3♣ – 5♠ = in a couple it shows not doing things together
3♣ – 8♠ – 6♥ = querent is unhappy with the marriage but things will improve
3♣ – 8♦ – 10♦ = a rich business contract
3♣ – 4♦ = a partnership