The suit of Wands typically represents energy and inspiration. Common themes of exploration include:
- activity
- action
- arousal
- creativity
- direction
- goals
- inspiration
- intentions
- masculine energy
- movement
Like their element, fire, a wand (ie energy) is a wild and powerful force. It can range from a small spark of something new to a raging blaze of destruction.
Color: Red
Dimension: Spirit
Direction: South
Element: Fire
Season: Spring
Interpreting Wands
When a Wand appears, you’re meant to explore your energy, inspiration, and passions.
Mostly Wands
A reading that is mostly made up of Wand cards indicates you’re looking for a purpose in life or the meaning of your life. You might be feeling stuck in something that doesn’t ignite your passions.
Strengths of the Suit of Wands
The Wands strengths lie in passion, inspiration, and drive. At their best, they are action-oriented and passionate. The Wands excel at pushing us into action.
Weaknesses of the Wands
As powerful as the Wands can be, their strengths can be destructive. At their worst, they are volatile and reckless. Sometimes, Wands are too temperamental and too driven. This can cause major conflicts with others.
Alternative Names:
- Arrows
- Batons
- Clubs
- Flame
- Fire
- Rods
- Scepters
- Staves
- Sticks
The Suit of Wands Cards
Dive deeper into the individual cards that make up the Suit of Wands.
Ace of Wands: a new opportunity
Two of Wands: considering options
Three of Wands: productive energy
Four of Wands: persistent energy
Five of Wands: confrontational energy
Six of Wands: energetic interactions
Seven of Wands: psychological energy
Eight of Wands: responsive energy
Nine of Wands: energy needed for attainment
Ten of Wands: exhausted energy
Page of Wands: inspired to learn
Knight of Wands: actionable energies
Queen of Wands: persuasive energy
King of Wands: experienced energy
Examples of Wand Cards
Wands are meant to be a representation of an intention. The Wand is a tool of action and intention. You wave (action) a magic wand to create something (your intention). Many tarot decks have Wands that are budding or growing to represent the potential for growth.
Here are 6 examples of wand cards that I love from different decks (can you guess my favorite wand card?).
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