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Learn with me! 📖Minor Arcana (Witches Tarot) - Four of Wands🔥

“Four large and tall blooming hawthorn wands are posted into green grass, creating a large square. Long red ribbons from the wands flutter in the breeze. A lush and beautiful garland of flowers is draped between, creating a bower of sorts. Four women, one to represent each of natural elements, are dancing beneath the bower.”

he Four of Wands is a card of joyful celebration, blissful happiness and appreciation for the good things in life. When this card appears in a Tarot reading, it is the perfect time to celebrate with those you love most. You may commemorate a significant event or milestone such as a wedding, birthday, homecoming or reunion. The Four of Wands can show that you are returning home or to the people and places familiar to you. You feel supported and secure, knowing you are with those who love you and care about you.

The Four of Wands often brings with it a sense of freedom, a release from an oppressive situation or a bind you may have found yourself caught up in. When the Four of Wands appears and you are experiencing restrictions in life it carries the message that you have the power within to liberate yourself. This liberation may take place on the physical, emotional, mental or spiritual level. 

Meanings:

+celebration, freedom, parties, sabbat celebrations, fertility, creativity, happy event, support, freedom in work, holidays/vacation, feeling blessed.

Reversed:

- feeling uncertain about your future, leaving home, trouble in paradise, feeling you don’t fit in, not invited, lack of freedom.

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Learn with me!📖 Minor Arcana (Witches Tarot) - King of Wands🔥

“A handsome middle-aged man with titan-colored hair sists on a golden throne. His pale blue eyes are direct, and he is smiling just a bit. The King of Wands is leaning towards yoy, full of enthusiasm, energy, and generosity. He is interested and wants to be a part of your plans and goals. “

When the King of Wands appears in a Tarot reading, it is a sign you are stepping into the role of a visionary leader, ready to direct your people towards a common goal. You have a clear vision of where you want to go, and now you are manifesting that vision with the support of those around you. Others naturally gravitate towards you because you are charismatic, focused, and determined, and they believe in you and your vision. They want to be a part of what you are manifesting and are here to support you one hundred percent of the way. You are also masterful at getting other people to do your work for you while keeping them on-side throughout the process.

The King of Wands reminds you to lead your life with intent, vision and a long-term view. You have a grand idea of what is truly possible, and you will stop at nothing to see it through. Unlike the Knight who can be a little impulsive with his actions, you have the maturity to see your vision through right to the end and beyond. You achieve a lot because you are clear about your future direction and how you will get there – and do not waste your time on activities or relationships you believe will lead nowhere.

Meanings:

+ Energetic, experience, optimistic, confident, strong, friendly, funny, charming, way with words, fearless, freethinking, motivated, action-orientated, proud, passionate, honest, loyal, lenient, dependable, protective,   natural born leader.

Reversed:

- Rude, forceful, bully, dictator, tyrant, impulsive, abusive, nasty, vicious, bitter, weak, unreliable,  lack of energy/ experience/ enthusiasm, breaking promises, womaniser, volatile temper, taking a back seat, setting a bad example, afraid to be different, not being proactive, undependable, ineffective, powerless.

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Learn with me! 📖Minor Arcana (Witches Tarot) - Two of Wands🔥

“An auburn-haired man stands looking out over the water at sunset. The man is wealthy and successful, wearing a fur-trimmed, gold-colored coat and a burgundy-colored cape.[...] The man appears to be holding in the palm of his right hand, yet he continues to gaze out off into the distance, as if he is looking for more.”

When the Two of Wands appears in a Tarot reading, you are not ready to make your move – it is more important that you establish a clear plan before proceeding. The Two of Wands is also about discovery, particularly as you step outside your comfort zone and explore new worlds and experiences. It may take courage to set out, but this card gives you the confidence of self-knowledge. You know what your goal is and are sure of its eventual fulfilment. Let your intuition and passion guide you as you confirm your next steps.

The Twos in Tarot often represent decisions of some sort. With this two, you may make a choice between sticking with what you know or taking a risk. You understand the world has something bigger or more meaningful to offer you, yet you also realise that you must leave your familiar grounds to capitalise on this opportunity. Even though you already invested a lot into your current circumstances, it is imperative that you step out and explore your options.

Meanings:

+progress, decisions, looking to the future, preparation for a favorable change, partial success, good advice from a mentor, discovery, future planning.

Reversed:

-possible delays, unfullfiled promises, indecision, lack of progress.

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Learn with me! 📖Minor Arcana (Witches Tarot) - Ace of Wands🔥

“Dawn is breaking, and we see a blooming hawthorn branch stuck firmly into the grassy hill.[...] Behind the wand, there are green rolling hills and a turreted castle.”

The Ace of Wands encourages you to follow your heart and live your passion. If you feel a strong pull towards a new project or path, but are questioning whether it will work, then this card gives you a gentle nudge to pursue your passion. You can always start out small, treating the project or idea as an experiment or trial. Then, if it feels good, keep doing it; and if it doesn’t, make adjustments and try again. Let your energy, dedication and motivation be your guides.

Like all aces, the Ace of Wands brings a positive message for your present and future, symbolizing a pivotal moment that will change everything – for the better. 

Meanings:

+ creativity, courage, new opportunity, growth, optimism, transformation, new home, your hard work will be rewarded, ambition, the element of fire.

Reversed:

-dissapointment, not being able to see the happiness that is right in front of your face, fear of unknown, few options, sudden change.

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Learn with me! 📖Minor Arcana (Witches Tarot) - Three of Wands🔥

“A brown-haired young man stands high on a cliff, overlooking the water and the horizon. His high vantage point allows him to see the big picture. In his left hand he holds up a blooming and beribboned wand of hawthorn. Just behind him two more tall wands are planted in the ground as if in support. [...] He is actively watching, waiting, and letting events unfold.”

The Three of Wands shows that your plans are now well underway and you are considering even more opportunities to expand your current strategy and maximise your ultimate potential. Everything is progressing steadily and as expected, thanks to your solid preparation and ongoing drive.

This card brings success and good fortune when it turns up in a reading.  You are bound to feel brimming over with self-confidence and self-belief.  You feel assured of what you are doing.  You may feel excited and full of enthusiasm for a project or venture you are working on as your creative juices flow unhindered.  Life may have been a bit stagnant for a while but when the Three of Wands appears it brings the necessary change that is desired.  You should feel energised and ready to take on a whole new life. 

Meanings:

+progress, expansion, overseas opportunities, active waiting, growth, keeping an eye on your future goals, the future looks bright.

Reversed:

-unrealistic expectations, conflict, playing small, lack of foresight.

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Special post: Tarot - The Wands suit meaning

The Suit of Wands is a suit in tarot decks and is part of what is called the "Minor Arcana". Like the other tarot suits, it contains fourteen cards: ace (one), two through ten, page and knight (sometimes referred to as princess and prince), queen and king.

In a deck of playing cards, Wands corresponds to Clubs.

Wands Tarot cards often represent the astrological signs of Fire – Leo, Sagittarius and Aries. When you see a Wands Court Card in a Tarot reading, it often relates to a person with a Leo, Sagittarius or Aries star sign. Generally, Wands people are energetic, charismatic, warm, spiritual.

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.

Suit of Wands Strengths ↗️

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.

Suit of Wands Weaknesses ↘️

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.

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Learn with me! 📖Minor Arcana (Witches Tarot) - Knight of Wands🔥

“The Knight of Wands is confident and high-spirited and coming straight towards you. [...] He is fearless, and his expression is intense and passionate. He wears a flowng bright red cape on his adventure, and that cape is streaming behind him. In the background we a pretty summer sky at sunset, a lake and three mountain peaks.”

The Knight of Wands' symbolism is straightforward. When it appears, it means a great time to get away and travel. The person should feel charged up and full of life. One is also ready to get things done. He is adventurous and can find fun things to do no matter where he is. There is never a dull moment when the Knight of Wands is around. When the Knight of Wands shows up in a reading it seems to suggest that the seeker wants to complete important tasks. One wants to impress others with one’s knowledge and skill. The card also shows up when the person is planning to move to another place of residence.

If you are starting a creative project, then you should do so with lots of energy and enthusiasm. However, you should balance it with realistic and well-rounded views. You should also have a plan that takes into account the consequences of your actions.

Be mindful that the Knight of Wands can express himself as an ‘act first, think later’ type of person. In your pursuit of action, you may be impulsive and impatient, expecting everything to be done yesterday. While you are bursting with energy, you have a tendency to rush into things with little consideration for the consequences of your actions. You may not have a clear plan of attack, hurting your chances of long-term success.

Meanings:

+ adventurous, energetic, charming, warm, exciting, fearless, confident, self-assured, hero, rebellious, brave, revolutionary, open minded, free spirit, shameless flirt, hot tempered, travel, moving country, swept off your feet, finishing what you start, success, taking risks

Reversed:

- Arrogant, reckless, hyperactive, daredevil, overly confident, loud, show-off, lack self-discipline/ control, passive, fearful, lack of enthusiasm/ ambition/ purpose,violent, abusive, jealous, volatile, extremely aggressive, overly competitive, domineering , not finishing what you start, cancelled travel.

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Learn with me! 📖Minor Arcana (Witches Tarot) - Eight of Wands🔥

“Eight blooming hawthorn wands adorned with red ribbons shoot down from a beautiful blue sky. In the background we see a silver lake, green valley, and mountains. The tranquil backdrop is in direct contrast to the eight wands that are rushing into view.”

This Eight is a dynamic card, containing a high level of energy that propels you forward to reach your goals at a much faster pace than ever before. You can expect to be very busy, but this is one of those ‘good busy’ periods during which you are enthusiastic about the progress you are making.

The Eight of Wands encourages you to go with the flow; don’t resist it. Everything is moving fast right now, so make the most of this forward momentum to manifest your goals and dreams. Allow the energy of the Universe to flow through you and propel you closer to your goal. Trying to slow things down because you’re not ready or you’re fearful about the unknown will just waste this opportunity. Use the energy instead to fuel positive change and produce significant results.

Meanings:

+action, movement, the positive manifestation of spellwork, travel for buisness or pleasure, long-distance communication, solutions, results, goals realised, holiday romance, wind in your sails.

Reversed:

-cancelled flights, restrictions, blocks, frustration, lack of energy, slow progress.