Suit of Wands
(The Element of Fire)
The Suit of Wands in the tarot deck represents the area of business, communication and growth. Each wand is depicted with leaves which symbolize this growth as well as the constant renewal of life. This is the suit of the laborer who is working on his business and communicating with others to advance himself and his situation. Showing us how to advance in our occupation and build our business.

Upright
- A beginning
- Fresh start
- New Opportunities
- A new idea
Reversed
- False starts
- Canceled Plans
- Stunted growth

Upright
- Embarking on an enterprise
- Kindness
- Generosity
- Applying new methods
Reversed
- Restlessness
- Losing your way
- Obstacles & delays

Upright
- Partnership
- New enterprise
- Launching long term plans
- A successful business person
Reversed
- Disappointment
- Unhappy with one’s work
- Beware of help being offered
- Not sure how to proceed

Upright
- Prosperity
- Romance
- Celebration
- Anniversary/Wedding/Engagement
Reversed
- Same as above but to a lesser degree

Upright
- Serious quarrel
- Conflict & Strife
- Competition
- Obstacles
Reversed
- Victory after surmounting obstacles
- New opportunities are possible

Upright
- Good news
- Rewards
- Victory
- Accolades
Reversed
- Delayed rewards
- Setbacks
- Unrecognized efforts

Upright
- Overcoming adversity
- Success
- Advantage
- Competition
Reversed
- Not being on top of your game
- Lack of faith
- Struggles

Upright
- Communication
- Great hope
- Journey by air
- Messages
Reversed
- Jealousy
- Lack of communication
- Delays
- Being all dressed up with nowhere to go

Upright
- Pause in a struggle
- Preparing for conflict
- Resting to regain your strength
Reversed
- Obstacles to be overcome
- Stressed out
- Difficulty adapting

Upright
- Burden
- Pressure
- Holding it all together
- Taking on too much
Reversed
- Self-defeat
- Burdens released
- Doing things you know will cause you to fail

Upright
- A message
- Good testimonials
- Arrival of good things
- Meeting someone new
Reversed
- Cruel
- Unstable
- Heartbreak
- Dead Air / Silence

Upright
- An attractive young man
- Hasty / Fast Moving
- A journey
- Change of residence
Reversed
- Jealous
- Hot & Cold
- Fickle

Upright
- Faithful & Honest
- A loving wife
- Practical
- Kindness & Generosity
Reversed
- Unfaithful
- Cruel tongue
- Possessive

Upright
- Loyal
- Noble
- Generous
- A loving husband
Reversed
- Ill natured
- Highly-principled to a fault
- Ruthless