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Divination: The Tarot - Wands
The Suit of Wands
This Suit is sometimes referred to as Batons, Maces or Sceptres and its elemental ruler is fire. The season linked to the Suit of Wands is
Spring and its direction is South. Fire Signs are indicative of progress and are male in orientation. The Suit of Wands references power,
business and aggression...the beginning of whatever the will desires. Wands represents ideas, communication, thoughts, enlightenment, concepts.
(14 cards) represent the following:
* The three fiery astrological signs of Leo, Aries & Sagittarius
* The element of fire
* The career aspect of our daily lives
All Pages are attributed to the Element of Earth
All Knights are attributed to the element of Fire
All Queens are attributed to the Element of Water
All Kings are attributed to the element of Air
(Click on a Card for a more detailed interpretation.)
Wands
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Three of Wands |
Four of Wands |
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Six of Wands |
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Nine of Wands |
Ten of Wands |
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Knight of Wands |
Queen of Wands |
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Quick Reference of the Suit of Wands.
Ace of Wands - The Root of the Powers of Fire
Upright: Creative Force, Enthusiasm, Confidence, Courage
Reversed: Selfishness may spoil the venture, setbacks for a new enterprise, a journey may be put off, a lack of determination
Two of Wands - The Lord of Dominion
Upright: Personal Power, Boldness, Originality
Reversed: Caution is advised against impatience, a possible domination by others
Three of Wands - The Lord of Established Strength
Upright: Exploration, Foresight, Leadership
Reversed: A tendency to scatter energies, mistakes are made through carelessness, disappointment, caution against pride and arrogance
Four of Wands - The Lord of Perfected Work
Upright: Celebration, Freedom, Excitement
Reversed: Learning to appreciate the little things in life, beauty of nature, peace, harmony
Five of Wands - The Lord of Strife
Upright: Disagreement, Competition, Hassles
Reversed: Harmony, new opportunities, generosity
Six of Wands - The Lord of Victory
Upright: Triumph, Acclaim, Pride
Reversed: Rewards are delayed, postponed trip, bad news, an insolent winner, pride in riches/success
Seven of Wands - The Lord of Valour
Upright: Aggression, Defiance, Conviction
Reversed: The threat will pass by, don't let others take advantage, caution against indecision, patience
Eight of Wands - The Lord of Swiftness
Upright: Quick Action, Conclusion, News
Reversed: Jealousy, violence, quarrels, domestic disputes, a force of courage or boldness is applied to suddenly
Nine of Wands - The Lord of Great Strength
Upright: Defensiveness, Perseverance, Stamina
Reversed: Unpreparedness, refusal to fight, weakness in character, ill health, bending over adversity
Ten of Wands - The Lord of Oppression
Upright: Overextending, Burdens, Struggle
Reversed: Strength, energy, a desire to ruin the happiness of others, a clever person
Princess of Wands - The Princess of the Shining Flame
Upright: Be Creative, Be Enthusiastic, Be Courageous, Be Confident
Reversed: Superficial, theatrical, unstable, a broken heart, bad news to come
Knight of Wands - The Lord of the Flame and the Lightening
Upright: Charming, Self-Confident, Daring, Adventurous, Passionate
Reversed: Discord, work interrupted, jealousy, narrow-mindedness, suspicion, the journey is delayed
Queen of Wands - The Queen of the Thrones of Flame
Upright: Attractive, Wholehearted, Energetic, Cheerful, Self-Assured
Reversed: Strict, domineering, a jealous and revengeful nature, deceit, infidelity
King of Wands - The Prince of the Chariot of Fire
Upright: Creative, Inspiring, Forceful, Charismatic, Bold
Reversed: Severe, unyielding, strict, intolerance, prejudice, quarrels
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