The Object of Blackjack

The basic objective of the game is that you want to have a hand value that is closer to 21 than that of the dealer, without going over 21. Other players at the table are of no concern. Your hand is strictly played out against the hand of the dealer. The rules of play for the dealer are strictly dictated, leaving no decisions up to the dealer.

Because the dealer always has to act in accordance to the set rules, there is not a problem with the dealer or any of the other players at the table seeing the cards in your hand. Indeed, if you're playing at a shoe game, the player cards are all dealt face up. In any event, when you're just learning to play, don't hesitate to show the dealer or other players your cards and ask questions.

• Object of Blackjack
• Value of the Cards in Blackjack
• Choosing a Blackjack Table
• Buying Chips
• Betting at Blackjack
• How the Cards are Dealt
• How the Dealer Plays His Hand
• Hitting or Standing?
• Doubling Down at Blackjack
• Splitting Pairs in Blackjack
• Surrender
• Insurance and Even Money
• Cashing in Your Chips
• History of Blackjack