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Tarot Card Meanings:
Four of Wands

Four of Wands: Overview and Symbols

The Four of Wands represents celebration, harmony, and a sense of accomplishment. Depicting a joyful scene with people holding flowers under a floral canopy, this card signifies the achievement of goals, stability, and the enjoyment of happy times with loved ones.

Some Specific Symbols and Their Meanings in the Rider Waite Smith Tarot:

  • Floral canopy (garland): Symbolizes celebration, festivity, and the completion of a phase.
  • Four wands adorned with flowers: Represents stability, structure, and a solid foundation.
  • Dancing figures: Indicate joy, harmony, and communal happiness.
  • Castle in the background: Suggests security, homecoming, and a place of refuge.
  • Bright, open sky: Reflects freedom, optimism, and the promise of future success.
four of wands from the rider waite smith tarot
Four of Wands as depicted in the Rider-Waite Smith Tarot by A.E. White, illustrated by Pamela Colman Smith

Four of Wands: Tarot Card Meanings

Keywords/Phrases: Celebration, harmony, accomplishment, stability, joy, community, milestone, festivity.

The Four of Wands in the tarot signifies a time of celebration and harmony, marking the achievement of significant milestones and the enjoyment of stability and success. This card represents the joy of communal gatherings and the happiness that comes from sharing accomplishments with loved ones. It highlights the importance of recognizing and celebrating your progress, as well as the sense of security and foundation you have built. The Four of Wands encourages you to take a moment to revel in your achievements, appreciate the harmony in your relationships, and embrace the festive spirit that accompanies these moments of triumph.

Four of Wands: Reversed Tarot Card Meanings

Keywords/Phrases: Unrest, instability, incomplete celebration, lack of harmony, delays, domestic issues, unfulfilled potential.

When the Four of Wands appears reversed in a tarot reading, it signifies unrest and instability, suggesting that celebrations or milestones may be incomplete or delayed. This card indicates a lack of harmony and potential domestic issues, where the sense of joy and accomplishment feels hindered or unfulfilled. It reflects an underlying tension or discord that disrupts the usual harmony associated with this card. The reversed Four of Wands encourages you to address these issues, work towards restoring stability, and find ways to achieve the sense of fulfillment and celebration that you seek.

Gallery: Four of Wands in Various Tarot Decks

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