Card 33 • wands

Knight of Wands

Brief Description

The Knight of Wands represents energetic dedication and passionate commitment to ideals with complete devotion. This card embodies the motto "act first, think later," bringing growing self-confidence and newfound ability to overcome obstacles. However, this impulsiveness can have adverse consequences, requiring careful attention and learning both inspiration and caution. When reversed, it indicates delays, frustration, and potential loss of personal power driven by anger and negativity.

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Keywords

ENERGY • PASSION • ADVENTURE • IMPULSIVENESS

Meaning

A woman in armor sits astride a white bear, holding a burning torch in her hands. The Knight of Wands points to energy and devotion to an idea with complete dedication. The Knight instills growing self-confidence and newly acquired ability to overcome obstacles and meet challenges. Act first, think later—this is the motto of the Knight of Wands. This impulsiveness can have adverse consequences; therefore, be attentive and learn from this Arcanum not only inspiration but also caution. We must check ourselves to ensure that our passionate desires are born of love and that we are aware of how our actions will affect others.

Reversed Meaning

The reversed Knight of Wands indicates delays and disappointment. You know what you want, and obstacles on the path enrage you. This card in reversed position can also indicate a loss of personal power. Be careful with impulsive actions that you commit because of anger and negativity.

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