Tarot Card Meanings-Wands

The exact origin of the tarot is not known, but it is thought that they originated from somewhere around India and were brought to Europe with the Gypsies. The earliest known deck seems to have appeared around the fourteenth century.

During the Renaissance, the tarot was a part of a growing interest in the studies of the mystic arts, such as Qabbalah and alchemy. The tarot saw a revival in the nineteenth century and has been enjoying popularity ever since.

The modern day deck of playing cards is believed to have come from the tarot. The face cards of the tarot deck are the King, Queen, Knight, and Page (where in some decks, the Knight and Page are known as the Prince and Princess, respectively). As the modern day playing card deck began to evolve, the Knight was dropped and the Page became the Jack.

The suits of the tarot are related to the suits of playing cards. The suit of spades is equivalent to the tarot suit of swords, and diamonds corresponds to pentacles. The clubs equals the tarot suit of wands or staves, and the hearts corresponds to cups in the tarot deck.

MINOR ARCANA
Like the cards of the Major Arcana, the following interpretations are based on experiences with the tarot. The meanings here are more brief than the Major Arcana because the Minor Arcana cards are more general.

MINOR ARCANA
Like the cards of the Major Arcana, the following interpretations are based on experiences with the tarot. The meanings here are more brief than the Major Arcana because the Minor Arcana cards are more general.

  Wands

This suit is generally associated with spirituality and personal growth.

 

Ace of Wands

Something new and wonderful is about to happen. It looks like a new job or new business venture. If you’ve been thinking about going into business for yourself now is the time. You are assured of success in any new undertaking that you try at this time.

 

2 of Wands

You seem be trying to decide what your next move might be. Although you have both feet placed firmly in the ground something still remains that has yet to be fulfilled.  You have high ideals and aims, a desire for travel and a new outlook from your present environment.  There is a change in the air and a feeling of restlessness.  Initiative can overcome obstacles and you will have success through strength and vision.

 

 

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3 of Wands

You need to make a decision and be satisfied with that choice. Once this is done, it will be the time to move forward quickly. Although one thing is achieved, there is much more yet to do. Take stock of what you have done, for the next phase follows fast.

 

 
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4 of Wands

You will be very happy and productive in the coming months. The satisfaction you will feel after all your hard work will call for a celebration.  Take time for a pause in activities and time for rest  Take some holiday time or vacation time.  You need some relaxation.

 


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5 of Wands

You are engaged in a conflict of interest. There are petty obstacles, annoyances and short-term difficulties in communication. Once these things are overcome, you can change things for the better. In the short term it seems as if nothing works out quite right in work and play. Hang in there, things will get better

 


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6 of Wands

You are on the road to success. There is a sense of achievement, a fulfillment of hopes and wishes in your career. You will have a feeling of great satisfaction. You should get a promotion for your good work.

 

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7 of Wands

A successful change in profession is likely but strength and determination are necessary to achieve success. Stiff competition will be met in business, but perseverance and courage will win out in the end. Your teaching skills will come into play during this period, there could be much lecturing or writing connected with this change in profession.

 

 


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8 of Wands

Now is the time for you to be up and doing, a time for activities and new beginnings. You have been experiencing a period of delay or stagnation, now is the time for initiative and action to begin. You are going to have a busy exciting time ahead. You are going to take a trip possibly for scouting out a  new place to live.

 


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9 of Wands

You stand ready to defend your territory. It is evident that you have already fought; yet you are still willing and ready to fight again for what you hold dear. You are strong and determined. Even when you feel as though you have come to the end of your fighting powers there is still strength in reserve. You are in a very strong position and you will have victory through courage and endurance.

10 of Wands

You seem to be carrying an impossibly heavy burden. It is very awkward and uncomfortable for you. The burden seems more than you can bear. The burden is soon be lifted or the problem soon to be solved. The load can be physical, mental or emotional but something can be done to help lighten the weight.

 


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Page of Wands

You have an intuitive and enthusiastic personality. You are strong and determined. With these qualities going for you, you will be able to attain the growth and knowledge that you need to gain the opportunities which you seek. You will be receiving a message filled with good news and glad tidings.

 


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Knight of Wands

You have splendid ideas and a fine sense of adventure. You make a generous and warm friend or lover. You are unpredictable and hasty in judgment. You have a good sense of humor and will do anything for fun. You will be making a change of residence or taking a long journey maybe even out of the country.

 


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Queen of Wands

You are a homebody and are full of the love of life. You can successfully run a home and family and still find time and energy to pursue your own interests. You can have several projects going at one time, yet never let anything detract from the energy you put into your home life. You are well-liked and will always help your friends enthusiastically but, if crossed will fight fiercely to protect what is near and dear to you.

 


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King of Wands

You are a master of wit and charm. You are warm and generous with a good sense of humor and a strong liking for fun. You can persuade anyone into anything, because you are so amusing and optimistic. You are full of new ideas and have an abundance of vision and foresight. Your “hunches” always seem to pay off and you will happily make instant decisions, even on major matters. However, you dislike detail and are easily irritated if your enthusiasm or optimism is curbed by the practicalities or realities of life. You have total trust in your world of ideas and forget quickly any venture which fails.