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I'm 14. I tell fortunes with tarot cards. How to get rid of this?translated

September 24, 2026 · 1 min read

Reader question:

Hello. I am 14 years old and I want to become closer to God. But I’ve been telling fortunes with Tarot cards for a year now—it’s a sin. What should I do to cleanse myself and begin the path to God? Another problem: we have a small town, everyone knows each other, and I am very afraid to go to church (we have only one). Tell me, please, I will be very grateful.

Vasilina

Priest's answer:

Priest Evgeniy CHEBYKIN

Hello, Vasilina.

I am very glad that at such a young age you are interested in faith in God, repentance and Christian piety. Keep up the good work and don't stop.

The first thing you should do is stop guessing on cards. To avoid temptation, it is better to throw away the cards and forget about them.

Second: You definitely need to go to confession and repent of this and other sins. If you are embarrassed in your city, you can visit a church in another locality. If this is not possible, you will have to overcome fear and confess in your church.

Try to regularly visit the church, participate in the Sacraments, read spiritual books and do good deeds.

May the Lord help you!