Four of Wands
The Four of Wands depicts communal celebration and milestones, symbolized by a flowered arch and a dancing couple in a meadow. Upright, it signifies stability earned, public recognition, and the freedom that follows secure foundations, favoring ceremonies, housewarmings, and reunions. It encourages gratitude, the deepening of roots, and widening of social circles as private efforts become shared joy. Reversed, celebrations may be delayed or remain private until practical matters and relationships are attended to, but the underlying structure and promise persist.
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Visual Description
Four wooden wands stand like posts, wrapped with vines and tied with white ribbons, supporting heavy garlands of roses and greenery. Beneath the floral canopy a young couple in vibrant Slavic folk dress dances, her braid crowned with a wreath and his cap tipped with a ribbon. Wildflowers scatter across the green meadow around them, and rolling hills recede in the distance. The sky is pale and clear, lending a festive light to the scene.
Meaning Overview
A flowered arch rises like the village wedding canopy, inviting you to step into shared joy, welcome, and belonging. The Four of Wands celebrates milestones reached: a home warmed, a project brought to harvest, a union honored by family and community, much like the feasts of old Kupala nights and rustic weddings.
Upright
Upright, it speaks of stability earned and the freedom that comes when foundations are strong—open doors, guests arriving, music and laughter echoing through a secure space.
Favors
It favors ceremonies, housewarmings, reunions, and any moment when private effort becomes public festivity.
Hint
It also hints that your roots are ready to deepen or your circle to widen, so mark the moment and let gratitude seal it.
Reversed
Reversed, the garlands may still be woven but the party is delayed: plans for moving, marrying, or launching could stall, or joy remains private because the setting isn't quite ready. You may feel outside the gate of celebration, asked to tidy loose ends, repair family dynamics, or clear a home space before the dance begins. Even then, the promise stands—the structure exists—and with patience and practical steps, the ribbons will fly and the welcome will be real.
Slavic Legends Tarot
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