Suit Of Wands Flashcards
The Ace of wands
The Ace of Wands calls out to you to follow your instincts. If you think that the project that you’ve been dreaming of is a good idea, and then just go ahead and do it.
inspiration, creative spark, new initiative, new passion, enthusiasm, energy
Wands symbolize creativity, and the Ace of Wands is the boldest among the cards in the suit. It is not the kind of creativity that you learn from school or as a hobby. It is bravely finding your own voice, it creates a place where you can develop your own vision. In other words, it is associated with willpower, and creativity in the cosmic sense.
When you draw the Ace of Wands, it is an indicator that you should just go for it. Take the chance and pursue an idea that you have in mind. Take the first steps to start the creative project. The Ace of Wands calls out to you to follow your instincts. If you think that the project that you’ve been dreaming of is a good idea, and then just go ahead and do it.
The Ace of Wands can also perhaps mean that you are waiting for a sign to start a project. To draw this card pushes you to act now, instead of brooding over research and more planning. Take small steps today, and then continue to grow your ideas over time. Action is what helps you grow, and build momentum. Don’t remain in the abstract.
Another Ace of Wands meaning is the occurrence of a breakthrough moment in your life. It is a time when you are motivated and inspired about a passion project or idea. You are excited about the opportunities that are opening up for you in the near future.
Two of Wands
The Lord of dominion
Mars ♈️ 1
The Two of Wands is a more mature version of the ace of wands, meaning that that this tarot card is all about planning and moving forward – progression.
planning, first steps, making decisions, leaving comfort, taking risks, beginning of a project (the end of one stage and beginning of another).
Seize your courage in both hands and strike. If there is ever a time for a bold plan of action, it is now. Steel yourself to the task and remember that the longest journey begins with a single decisive step. Old worlds end and new ones begin at the self-same moment.
To exert initial influence over others; to express power, authority, dominion.
The Two of Wands is a more mature version of the ace of wands, meaning that that this tarot card is all about planning and moving forward – progression. Look at it this way; you have already set out to achieve a particular task, which means you have turned an idea into a realistic plan. Such a plan will require fulfillment and therefore you have to progress from just having the plan to actually achieving what you set out for.
Discovery is being considered as another two of wands meaning. This is because it means that you are stepping out of your cocoon and exploring new experiences and worlds. While the beginning might seem tough and difficult, the Two of Wands card encourages you to strive on and push forward.
The Two of Wands card also means that you are beginning to realize your objectives and long-term goals before you set out to achieve these objectives. In other words, you have strived to get to where you are and now, moving forward, you have your long-term goals in mind.
In summary, the Two of Wands meaning revolves around making decisions. In other words, you are either satisfied with your current knowledge, or you are moving forward and taking risks. It means, leaving our comfort zones and exploring new territory.
Three of Wands
The Lord of Established Strength
Sun ♈ 2
The Three of Wands hints that you are creating a stable foundation for yourself.
momentum, confidence, expansion, growth, foresight, looking ahead
Cultivate hopeful expectation. Have faith in good efforts you already made. Invest in we’ll-thought through acts of benevolence, as your generosity will be reciprocated in the long term. Make your own rules and live by them.
To establish existing authority over others; to solidify a dominant position.
The meaning of the Three of Wands hints that you are planning or going to plan for the future with more conviction. This could mean that everything around your plans is going smoothly, as you have taken the time to plan your future, and are taking steps to turn plans into action. It hints that you are perhaps creating a stable foundation for yourself.
The symbolism within the Three of Wands is that opportunities that can take place to widen your horizons in many areas. It also is a warning to keep your mind open as better opportunities could open up to you. As you take steps towards achieving what you set out to do, you are also becoming more aware of opportunities that are coming your way, and this could be take you out of your comfort zone. This pushes you to sometimes embrace change, and to start thinking in the long-term.
The Three of Wands can show that you are in control and have a strong position, just like the character that overlooks and stands strong. The Three of Wands is one of the main cards of foresight and vision.
The last Three of Wands meaning is that of travel in search of what you are seeking. There is a sense of leaving home, a voyage that must be undertaken. Great things do not happen to those that simply wait for them, you must expand. For most readings, this shows that you may travel to a new land over the water and that you may find an opportunity during your travels.
Four of Wands
The Lord of perfected work
Venus ♈️ 3
community, home, celebrations, reunions, parties, gatherings, stability, belonging
Oftentimes the card is known to reflect a period of holidays when you are together with your friends and family for an extended period of time.
Enjoy it sweetness and whatever celebration it offers. If you have been suffering, take comfort in its refuge. Although it will not last until tomorrow, the moment has a symbolic power. So cherish the symbol for what it represents.
To bring about settlement or arrangement; to complete an agreement.
The overall meaning of the Four of Wands is that it heralds celebration as well as a harmonious, happy and relaxed home environment. In terms of numerology, the number four symbolizes stability as well as particularly reliable foundations. These are associated with a period of happiness and balance.
The symbolism within the Four of Wands poses that this is the perfect time for you to get together with close people such as friends and family. This could be with or without any special occasion. Oftentimes the card is known to reflect a period of holidays when you are together with your friends and family for an extended period of time. It might also be suggesting for you to invite your closest friends for a great and intimate dinner and share a laugh or two.
Furthermore, if you have been working on a certain project, this card entails that you will be reaching a particularly important milestone. This is going to provide you with grounds for celebration which is also to be considered. You have managed to complete a proper and paramount phase of that project, and meaning you have every reason to be feeling proud and satisfied, which are amongst the general feelings induced and reflected by the Four of Wands card.
Five of Wands
The Lord of Strife
Saturn in ♌️ 1
conflict, competition, arguments, aggression, tension, rivals, clashes of ego, high pressure situations
This tarot card encourages that you accept the competition as a way for you to improve yourself without feeling any malice towards them.
You might be under lots of pressure.
You might be suffering from performance anxiety. Remember that perfection is not the point - the point is literally to strive. To discover what inner excellence hides inside you. This gift may only come out under a duress of deadline, in a public appearance, in a competition. Do your best and when the period of stress comes to an end, accept whatever recognition comes. If no external validation is to be had, stand on your own podium and give yourself a medal. Give yourself credit for what you have learned, for the rigors of the five are completed and justified by the sixth.
To protect against conflict and quarrels.
From the image on the card, the symbolism in the Five of Wands suggests that there is form of conflict in one’s life. This may be an existing conflict or one that is brewing and may eventually blow up in one’s face. It may also depict a problem in communication, for example in a situation where no one really wants to listen to the other - meaning that no agreement or understanding takes place. The five men may signify problems in a group of people who are not patient enough to listen to what anyone else is saying. They only want to be heard, and since none of the others will listen, they all argue at once.
Much of this can be solved by the querent taking the first step to try and initiate communication in such a way that you suggest that everyone airs out what they have to say, one at a time. By doing this, you will be able to address the problem, and everyone will be heard. Meaning they’ll all be satisfied.
The Five of Wands can also mean that you are or will be facing competition in an area that you are not used to. This can be at work or school where you will meet people with the same abilities as you who pose quite a challenge - leading to feelings of jealousy, greed, and envy. This tarot card encourages that you accept the competition as a way for you to improve yourself without feeling any malice towards them. This means that you should learn how to cope with them in a civil way.
The Five of Wands meaning could also be a personal struggle that you are dealing with on your own. This can be on a number of issues that affect you, hence you need to address them and find a solution for them. You will need to identify where the problems are and offer a solution that will handle the case.
Six of Wands
The Lord of Victory
Jupiter ♌ 2
The card is indicative that you have managed to harness the strengths and talents that you have within you in an attempt to bring a particularly successful outcome in your life.
success, victory, triumph, rewards, recognition, praise, acclaim, pride
Enjoy your moment on the sun. You may find yourself publically recognized or celebrated. You may have the sense of achievement. Accept your position in the limelight with grace, knowing that it will not last forever, it will surely come again someday.
To obtain success after enduring difficulties.
This particular card is all about public recognition, victory, and success. Not only have you managed to properly succeed in achieving all of your goals, but you are also being publicly acknowledged for them and the results that you’ve managed to attain. You may have received an award or some sort of public acclaim.
The card is indicative that you have managed to harness the strengths and talents that you have within you in an attempt to bring a particularly successful outcome in your life. You have managed to properly get through the confusion which is brought by the card before this one – the Five of Wands, and managed to properly minimize distractions, thus successfully focusing on your goals and achieving them.
It’s also worth noting that there is a slight downside apart from the overall positivity that stems from the card. It can bring self-importance as well as egotistical behavior and arrogance. This could make you think that nobody is better than you.
Seven of Wands
The Lord of Valor
Mars in ♌ 3
The overall meaning of the Seven of Wands is to hold your ground, no matter what is challenging your position.
protectiveness, standing up for yourself, defending yourself, protecting territory
You may well find yourself facing a daunting challenge - even if it’s not a reclamation of a homeland or the destruction of the One Ring. What is it you are fighting for? Is it worth the battle? Or is that which i’m fighting for so large, so meaningful, so necessary i’m willing to give it everything I’ve got and more? You may wish to draw another card to see where your determination will take you next, and what price it will exact.
The Seven of Wands has a similar in meaning to the Five of Wands; both cards indicate struggles after the initial fulfillment and satisfaction of an event. The Seven of Wands however is different as it is is about the struggle that you need to go through to maintain your position, rather than to attain it. This is about the difficulties we face to continue to have success. You should be ready for the competition to you defend your title, and to prove yourself. Others are going to desire the same results that you do, so you need to stay ahead of the them.
There will be challenges to the success of your project or venture from an outside source. You must remain dedicated to your desires, and with a clear purpose and effort, you will overcome them.
The overall meaning of the Seven of Wands is to hold your ground, no matter what is challenging your position. You will need to defend this position and take a stand against those who are aiming to take your spot. There are setbacks during this time, but you need to keep fighting for your beliefs and confront those that may threaten or oppose you and your beliefs.
Eight of Wands
The Lord of Swiftness
Mercury ♐ 1
Perhaps important news will be coming on your way, and you may experience a sudden, yet steady positive growth.
movement, speed, progress, quick decisions, sudden changes, excitement
When you get 8 wands, chances are that thoughts and ideas, goods and services are on the move. It’s a good time to reach out to people you’ve been meaning to contact and send off things you’ve been meaning to mail. You can also expect long-awaited answers and any anticipated package to show up. If Mercury is retrograde you have an excellent chance of finding lost things, so look again in places you could swear you already checked 8 times. If you have a lightbulb moment, act quickly. The blessings of this card are real, but fleeting.
The image depicted by the Eight of Wands means that the difficulties that were brought by the Seven of Wands are finally over. It signifies a strong level of energy which states that different aspects of your life will be trailblazing. Perhaps important news will be coming on your way, and you may experience a sudden, yet steady positive growth. The Eight of Wands meaning may also pertain to your work. There is a chance that the decision that you are waiting for will come your way soon. You need to be patient and just wait for it.
When it comes to love, the eight of wands meaning pertains to your readiness to be committed on a relationship; however, the card advises you not to force the other party to also be ready on the commitment. Your significant other will soon be ready - forcing things to happen may affect the result negatively. In terms of finances, it appears like this is not the best time to make hasty investment. Just like in your love aspect, we advise you to be patient. Save your money and wait for the perfect time to invest. All things that you fought for are building in momentum. Where you didn’t see progress earlier, you’ll soon discover that they paved the way for the coming wave of action.
The Nine of Wands
The Lord of Strength
Moon ♐ 2
The Nine of Wands symbolizes a life of someone who has undergone many trials, but through determination and will, they were able to overcome them.
last stand, persistence, grit, resilience, perseverance, close to success, fatigue
You may find yourself being tested to what seems like your limits. Stay flexible and know that you have a capacity to handle whatever it is. “What doesn’t kill me makes me stronger” card. Use past experience to inform future choices. And be assured: in retrospect the journey will prove to have been worthwhile.
The Nine of Wands tarot card is one that symbolizes great hope even when one is faced by many problems that threaten to make them lose their balance. The Nine of Wands symbolizes one’s life, which has undergone too many trials but through their determination and will, they were able to overcome them. These won battles are symbolized by the eight upright wands; however, there are still more trials that the person may face. This can be one major trial or challenge that they are supposed to face for them to reach their goals or be successful in their quest. The card is a sign of hope and encouragement that you should face your trials with courage so that you may attain success.
The Nine of Wands may also mean that a person has been betrayed and has thus become mistrustful towards others. This may be because of something that has happened a number of times, and might on the first glance seem hopeless. But there is also hope and courage here, and the belief that this outlook is about to change. Someone or something may come into their life that will change their whole view of their past struggles. It encourages one to take that risky move because they may be surprised.
The Ten of Wands
The Lord of Oppression
Saturn ♐ 3
Although it sounds marvelous and satisfying, the card depicts a lot of responsibilities on your side.
It often comes with the sense of suffocation, being smothered in obligations. To make sure you have a little leeway to breathe freely, play by his rules and schedule downtime. Remember that those sticks are going to fall someday - there are just too many of them to carry - so consider carefully whatever you are going to drop in front of your own stumbling feet, or behind you so you can move on.
This card shows that you have already completed the circle of struggle. After spending too many resources and lots of energy looking for success, you have finally overcome the obstacles. The sweat off your brow was worth it - your efforts have finally been rewarded. You may find yourself living in a world of abundance where poverty and suffering have no chance to intervene.
Although it sounds marvelous and satisfying, the card depicts a lot of responsibilities on your side. You are now the sole problem solver in your circle of family and friends which could even propel you into another world of challenges. At this point, you are also flooded with responsibilities to maintain your success. The businesses that you have started are flourishing and keeping you on your toes. The main problem is that these issues could overwhelm you if you lose control, which requires you to make sure that you know how to prioritize and solve the relevant ones.
In the real world, this card expresses how people try to burden themselves with responsibilities after they attain initial success. It is like graduating from college, getting a job and then starting to make it in the real world. More challenges keep coming, you may find yourself looking after you parents, starting a family and at the same time look to others, which may make you feel as though you not yet successful. It becomes a burden because at some point you find out nothing is enough to accomplish all these duties. The general lesson of the card is that people should be moderate, prioritize and understand that they cannot solve everything, some things must be let go, given to others, the burden shared.
The suit of Wands
energy, drive, willpower, creativity, power
The suit of wands is connected to the element of fire. Consider this element when you are working with wands; it is temperamental, volatile, and full of energy.
The suit of wands is the source for all energy, it symbolizes human willpower. In a tarot reading, the suit of wands often represent a person’s creative potential, and can suggest themes of creative projects, inspiration, and on’s drive.
+ When this suit is at its best, the wands provide a great source of inspiration, passion, courage and drive. Behind many of our actions, the wands suit is there to propel us to do something, or to change something. This is why this suit is related towards the concept of energy; it is the power that is behind our actions. People that are related to the wands are usually passionate, action-oriented, adventurous and open.
- The suit of wands also has weaknesses however; though it can be powerful, it can also be destructive. A fire can provide light and warmth, but also can burn things down with incredible ferocity. The Wands element is temperamental, and can shift from one mode to the other. Reversed cards in the suit of wands are generally reckless, volatile, and dangerous.
