The King of Wands

King of Wands Meaning

The King of Wands is one of the Minor Arcana, number 14 of the Wands suit. It is also one of the Court Cards. The Tarot interpretation of the King of Wands often involves a large enterprise, a visionary or vision, or a person who spurs everyone else onward towards success.

King of Wands Reversed Meaning

The King of Wands reversed means a failure to launch, an impotent leader, a loss of excitement towards something you love, or the trampling over of someone’s feelings.

King of Wands Astrological and Esoteric Correspondences

This card is associated with bold leadership, purpose-driven ambition, and a visionary outlook, connecting it to the sign Sagittarius and the birthstone Diamond. Learn more about the significance of its number 14 on the numerology page, and its element fire on the elements page.

Previous card: Queen of Wands

Next card: Ace of Wands

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