King of Wands

To gain a more complete understanding of the King of Wands, an overview of the suit and symbol is provided first.

Overview of the Wands

Aliases: Sticks, Staves, Rods, Batons

Element: Fire

Zodiac: Aries, Leo, Sagittarius

Playing Card Suit: Clubs

Class:  Peasantry

Rules:The Spirit

The Wands rule the spirit, especially issues of creativity and energy. 

By spirit, Miss L means that the meaning of each Tarot card in this suit may rule issues of a deep level, connected to drive, purpose or even faith.

Connected with the element of Fire, this suit rules the Zodiac Fire signs of Aries, Leo and Sagittarius.

If you want to see all of the Tarot cards in the Wands suit at once, go to the The Wands.

The Wands is the Tarot suit most often connected with issues related to creativity, spirituality and energy.

When you read these Tarot cards, keep in mind that their Tarot definition can change in meaning. 

Tarot cards will be interpreted differently according to the cards around them in a Tarot spread.

When learning the definition of Tarot cards, look at the cards individually and as part of the Tarot layout. 

If you're just learning to read Tarot cards, use the position in the Tarot layout as well as the meanings to guide you.

And never forget to listen to your gut instinct, even if it means the changing the official definition slightly.

Synopsis of the King

The King usually will refer to a man who has acquired both skill and wisdom, though not necessarily someone who is chronologically mature.

Let the personality of an individual, rather than their age, suggest the power of the King.  The King has taken the development of the Page, the courage and adventure of the Knight and continues to grow and prosper.

With the King, there is a strong sense of mastery, control and respect, especially to themselves. The King knows who he is, both good and bad, and understands that there is always room for improvement.

The King can also refer to women with a more masculine personality; the King is a leader and guide and will often serve in that role in both business and home life.

Upright Tarot Card Meaning:

The King of Wands is a energetic mover-and-shaker in the business world whose passion and energy is inspiring.

Fair-minded and with an even personality, the King of Wands uses his humour and strong work ethic to create partnerships and opportunities

In his personal life, his love of the outdoors may lead him to live in a country or rural setting.

In love, the King of Wands is a genuine romantic, passionate and honest.

Sometimes, this King's passionate nature can lead him astray, making him fun and charming but ultimately unavailable. Falling in love with him could be pleasurable but is not for the person who wants a commitment.

Reversed Tarot Card Meaning:

When the King of Wands is reversed, his fiery nature is self-centred and impatient.

Still a master of the boardroom, he is driven by greed that is not controlled by ethics; he will step on anyone to get to the top.

Personally, his broad interests and lust for life make him a fun and fascinating partner.

Only for the short term though! His desire to please himself and love of freedom mean that a long-term arrangement isn't in the cards.

Tarot Card Keywords:

drive, business success, fair, humour, passionate, selfish, freedom-loving, negotiations, legal agreements,

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