In this chapter of the tarot course we will see The Knight of Wands and its meanings. What does the Knight of Wands mean in the Tarot? What does the Knight of Wands card mean in love, work, money or health? What is its spiritual meaning and what does it reveal to us? What does the Knight of Wands card mean upside down or reversed?
The Knight of Wands in the Tarot
- The Knight of Wands carries his horse with him, as does the Knight of Swords, which makes them swift and decisive, their intentions and decisions are swift, as are the changes they seek to bring about.
- This differentiates them substantially from the knights of Cups and Golds, with their horses pacing or halted, which indicates a slow, but sure gait.
- Graphic description of the card
- The Knight of Wands is seen riding on his horse, which rears spiritedly, with the intensity of seeking knowledge for the success he wishes to obtain.
- The Knight wears on his face the determination to take a great leap in order to succeed.
- The Knight’s helmet feathers and decorative tassels hanging from the back and arms are the color of flames and he wears a shirt covered with the symbol of the fire salamander, showing the determination, drive and courage this knight has to go forward.
What does the Knight of Wands mean in the Tarot?
The Knight of Wands in the right, General Meaning: In this successive and continuous story that is the tarot, those ideas that were in potential in the previous card, the jack of clubs, are now effectively put into practice by the knight.
Like all court figures, this knight can talk about you, your attitudes and your personal moment, as well as refer to a third person, who may be very close to you or perhaps a stranger, usually a young or middle-aged man.
If the card speaks of you, it will tell us that you are in a moment of direct action, you have already launched yourself to get what you want, whatever it is on any level, whether it is a desire for material achievement, the realization of a project or activity, a love conquest, a personal improvement or any kind of solution or successful goal that you have set for yourself.
Undoubtedly you have an enormous energy now to carry out your plan, but also a formidable commitment to what you do, nothing seems to stop you nor do you evidence any kind of fear, only a great strength that drives you forward and makes you in a position to literally “eat the world” against all odds.
This undoubtedly gives you great confidence, which also rubs off on others who may go along with you in this plan or advance, but may not have the same strength, commitment or will as you.
However, you must be careful to plan minimally what you do or intend to do. With your determination, your results may be excellent, but if you have an “act first, think later” attitude, you may need to reflect to settle down a bit and avoid hitting the wall if you make a misstep.
All the enthusiasm that dominates you is all very well, it is positive, but if you only look at the present, if you do not look to the future as well, the consequences may be undesirable or at least not what you had proposed.
All this aggression and ambition may not be well received by everyone, which may generate some crosses or at least disapproving looks from people around you.
There is nothing wrong with ambition, as long as you do not make heads roll in your sweeping step.
If the card speaks of a third person, it may refer to a young man who maintains these characteristics described above and who will appear in your life in a surprising way, or if he is already in your life, he will have a decisive participation in your goal or achievement.
Also in certain contexts, the appearance of this card can signal the appearance of a new dazzling love in your life or the presence of a love rival who will be hard to face and beat. This is a person of great energy who does not back down easily, who is determined to the maximum and who can go as far as absolute stubbornness while pursuing his goal.
But also, all the knights of the deck are a kind of messenger announcing news for you, positive if the card comes out right.
In the case of our knight of clubs, it is surely an event that enters your life quickly and unexpectedly.
Very often, it specifically signals a change of job, city or residence, so there may be quick and surprising moves, a radical change of employment or within the same activity, occupying a completely different place than the one you have now.
All these events will happen whether you agree or not, so you should follow the huge current that now pushes you and not resist the change, because there is little you can do.
However, this change is generally positive and very much related to what you are doing or trying to do. Something surprising will happen that will help your purpose, especially if it has to do with your work, your actions within a group or system, your place in life.
What does the Knight of Wands card mean in love?
On the level of love. If you are in a relationship, it indicates better speeds and much commitment on your part and on the part of your partner to solve problems and move toward common goals. Each of you can now speak frankly, with your cards on the table, in a direct way, understanding that a frank dialogue is the best way to solve things.
Both put a lot of positive attitude and even if there are no conflicts, the couple is in a very good moment of momentum to do things together and go after their dreams.
Good news can come to the couple, as well as a surprise change of residence or housing, even a change of location, a job transfer. It can mean the help of a young man in a matter that concerns the couple.
If you are lonely, a young man may appear in your life, especially related to your work. Although he is a conqueror with a lot of insistence and determination and the relationship can be frankly fiery and passionate, you must see if there are real intentions and interest on his part to take the relationship into the future, since his impulsiveness can make him only live for the moment.
If it is a relationship that has possibilities, then this young man will be very driven and determined, a hard worker and will do everything in his power to make the relationship prosper between the two of you.
What does the Knight of Wands card mean at work?
In the field of work. The Knight of Wands puts all its emphasis and announces big and surprising changes in your work, most of the time positive. It can be an unexpected salary increase, but also a new position or task, working in a new section or project, very different from what you have been doing.
This is a current that pushes you and you can do little or nothing but assimilate it and accept it, letting yourself go, since resisting will complicate things. As it is a positive change, be patient, for although you may not be able to see the immediate benefits of this change, they will be evident later.
It can also announce a radical change of job, so if you were already thinking of leaving what you do and start something else, this card encourages you to go after your idea. It can mean a change of residence or city, as well as that you must face an opponent or competitor who wants your job, so you must be aggressive in your defense because he certainly is.
If you are out of work, the card is excellent news, predicting that very soon the job will come and it will be positive for you. You have a better chance of getting one if you look for jobs that are more physical, more dynamic, more action-packed, than those that involve sitting behind a desk.
A young man of character can help you get the job, but in the case of contests or competition, it can mean a tough rival competing for the same thing as you.
What does the Knight of Wands card mean for money and finances?
As far as money is concerned. The Knight of Wands is a positive card that can herald surprise or unexpected money, perhaps not in large amounts, but welcome nonetheless.
All that is investments, projects, expansions and growth is recommended by this card, you should launch into action but always having a minimum of planning and long-term view.
There may be a tendency to overspend on crazy purchases, so be careful with impulses and seek moderation so as not to harm savings.
What does the Knight of Wands card mean for health?
In health matters. The Knight of Wands indicates good general health and prompt improvement in any ailments or treatments, but you must be careful not to act blindly in haste as there may be a risk of injury such as sprains or strains.
If you are in rehab, go slowly, overworking the machine can be counterproductive and end up lengthening the process even more.
What does the Knight of Wands mean spiritually?
As far as spirituality is concerned. The Knight of Wands signals that you may suddenly become interested in a new way of looking at things spiritually that you feel is more in tune with you and more deeply connected to you.
Take the time to explore this “new way” before spending a great deal of time or money on it. Devote some time, energy and money if possible to spiritual causes that you have always believed in or have a commitment to is recommended now. That is one of the highest forms of prayer there is.
What does the reversed Knight of Wands card mean?
The Knight of Wands reversed, General Meaning. All the drive and vehemence you are putting into your plan or your idea, into your action, is all very well but it seems not to be enough, because no matter how much you hurry, everything is delayed and you begin to feel a strong sense of frustration, that you are not moving forward and this is not getting you anywhere.
Very quickly anger and rage take hold of you, because you are not achieving what you want and everything seems to conspire to prevent you from reaching your goal. Unexpected obstacles and difficulties appear by surprise.
This is a feeling of losing personal power, and it is even more difficult if this is really so and you are also trying to conceal, to hide this inability you have at the moment to get the achievement you want.
This can generate an emotional situation of great anger, bewilderment and a gradual loss of self-esteem that leads you to more and more pessimistic and terrible thoughts.
There is no doubt that you have energy, but it is misdirected, mainly because there is very little foresight in you, you are acting “crazy”, without measuring consequences and without a minimum foresight ahead.
You are acting on impulse or perhaps out of selfish needs, without taking into account the consequences that your actions may generate, so this card asks you to moderate the momentum, to reconsider and stop the ball. It is time to look at the field to make the next move, otherwise you may make a mistake and you or someone else may lose out in the situation.
Since all court figures are dual, and can represent you or a third person, in this case perhaps the card is not talking about you but about someone else, in this case usually a young man and the card points to the same negative attitudes and behaviors, and almost nothing good could come out of your presence or your contact with her, so keep your distance or stay away from her.
She is someone who only seems to serve her purpose, is selfish, stubborn and obstinate and with a certain level of negative aggressiveness.
She can be a fierce competitor who will not hesitate to act in bad ways to achieve her goal.
More directly, this card tells you that it is time to stop, because you are about to do or say something that you will surely regret later. You are going down the wrong path and while this may make you angry or depressed, you should take the positive side of it and learn from the experience. Every crisis is an opportunity and not all defeats are losses, keep that in mind.
If at the moment nothing you can do to change what is happening, take a breath and seek calm, we can not always be in control or influence at will over our own existence or that of others, sometimes we are forced to be spectators and even acting could make things worse.
Give time to time, reason, do not act on impulse and wait for a better time, now everything in this card announces delays, delays and waiting, but a better time will come because everything changes and everything happens, and you know it perfectly well within you.
What does the reversed Knight of Wands card mean in love?
In the field of love. The reversed Knight of Wands can indicate stress and minor arguments in an existing relationship. Try to get to the bottom of what is really going on.
An argument, explanation, justification or discussion about the toaster is usually not really about the toaster, there are always other more serious motives hidden behind what seem like trifles. Risk of minor fights, almost always over trifles.
If you are in solitude, do not rush. You may believe that you have found the other half, but it is probably an illusion and that person is not what they say they are or show a very different behavior to who they really are, may be someone violent, aggressive or just looking to please their selfish needs. Think again.
What does the Knight of Wands card reversed at work mean?
As far as work is concerned. The reversed Knight of Wands signals that there is likely to be some kind of disruption with work. For example, you may be taken away from the task you are doing and temporarily assigned to something else. The workplace may even be closed for a few days, for whatever reason, a balance sheet, disinfection, etc.
Try to take the changes that are assigned to you in a good way, even if they delay what you wanted to finish. It is not a good time to make decisions, change jobs or quit your job.
The card can also point to bad news at work, without being a dismissal, or the presence on the scene of a young, negative man, who makes bad decisions or comes into conflict with you. Calm down and do not rush into action.
If you were looking for a job, things will still be delayed, decisions, calls or hiring may be delayed and there may even be negative news. Everything is temporary, this bad moment will be overcome, you should not get depressed or filled with anger, be calm and let time settle things.
What does the Knight of Wands card reversed mean for money and finances?
Regarding money. The card says that arguments and disagreements about money may arise when the Knight of Wands is reversed. Keep a cool head, take things one step at a time, and do some soul-searching about money.
People often have problems of other kinds but “channel” anger or frustration with more palpable things, such as money. Sometimes it is hard to take on an abstract problem and it is better to direct anger at something concrete, so perhaps money is not the real topic of discussion.
What does the Knight of Wands card reversed in health mean?
As far as your health is concerned. This is not a time to go overboard with exercise or new health regimens. Yes, you should take care of your health, but you don’t want to sabotage yourself by overdoing things. The Knight of Wands is inordinate, exaggerates in his impulse and more often than not, you are in for a crash against the wall.
What does the reversed Knight of Wands card mean spiritually?
Regarding your spirituality. When the reversed Knight of Wands appears, you may suddenly decide to end a long-standing spiritual practice or leave your spiritual community.
This is not a decision to take lightly, of course, and there may well be many friends or family members who will not get along with such a decision or who will not understand.
Still, the bottom line is that it is your spirit and your life, and if a spiritual tradition no longer works for you, it makes no sense to pretend that it does. This change doesn’t have to happen all at once, you can withdraw little by little, if necessary.
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