4 of Wands – Hello Happiness & Joy

4 of Wands

In a Tarot spread, the upright 4 of Wands and reversed respectively suggests celebration, joy, satisfaction or the lack thereof. The 4 of Wands upright indicates optimism and harmony, representing the rewards of hard work and perseverance. The  4 of Wands tarot card meaning also relates to a situation or project has reached its successful conclusion. Or that it will soon will. This wands card is a welcome relief which encourages us to take pride in our work and to recognize the benefits of our efforts. It may also suggest that cooperation between parties is strong and beneficial.

4 of wands also symbolizes marriage, partnership, or a business alliance. Above all, it is one of the most positive minor cards. The card is also telling you that it’s time to enjoy some of the good things in life. This is also a good omen sprinkled with joy!

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This card brings contentment and may even bring happiness depending on what other important card combinations appear. Basically, the nature of the four card heralds good fortune after you have built something up in your life. This could also mean your finances are in good order or that there is a sense of community around you. The card may also suggest that perhaps you’re hoping to tie the knot if you’re in a committed relationship. Maybe you treat your loved ones with a special gift like a new home extension or holiday.  Take some time for rest and relaxation after working hard. Let your hair down now to enjoy the fruits of your labour.

4 of Wands Tarot Card Description

4 of Wands can also relate to the element of Fire and suggests  stability and security. It often indicates a person has or will soon reach an important milestone in everyday life and can now enjoy the fruits of their hard work. There are usually 56 minor cards in a tarot deck consisting of four suits – Cups, Swords, Wands and Pentacles. Each suit also contains ten numbered cards and four court cards.

The Minor Arcana Cards

The tarot deck is further divided into two groups of major and minor cards. A Minor arcana card indicates everyday matters including work environment, relationships and decisions made on a daily basis. These minor cards can provide insight into the present situation and can help us to make decisions about our future generally. When they’re reversed they symbolize those normal human challenges that we all must face at some point.

Suit of Wands Meanings

The Suit of Wands cards are made up of the Ace through to the Ten of Wands plus an additional four Court cards – King, Queen, Knight and Page. The Wands tarot card description in the suit is associated with a particular fiery type of energy or quality. Each card can be interpreted differently depending on its placement in a reading. Wands symbolise suggest spirituality, motivation, determination, intuition, expansion and active Spiritual energy. This suit symbolises positivity, optimism and fiery creative action. Wands card combinations are indeed the seeds of life, ready for you to plant! It’s a great suit – wands is also a good indicator of positivity so you feel more optimistic. You will probably be feeling happiness on the horizon – so it’s a time to celebrate.

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4 of Wands Tarot Cards – 4 of Wands Upright

The 4 of Wands speaks to the power of relationships and how they can bring us great fulfillment and happiness. In this card, four wands are arranged in an arch or wreath, forming a gateway or doorway – a magickal portal if you will! These four wands also represent the four elements: earth, air, fire, and water. Each element is necessary for a strong foundation—like in any relationship. Their combination creates a powerful energy that can open up new pathways for growth and exploration.

The 4 of Wands is a great card for balancing life. The wands form an arch which suggests stability and order as well as boundaries that should be honored. These boundaries give us structure but also allow us to move forward with confidence knowing what we can and cannot do.

At its core, this card represents joyous partnership and potential when two people come together in harmony. It encourages us to celebrate the blessings in our relationships without overindulging  or taking them for granted. This is a reminder that all things must be balanced in moderation so that we can enjoy them fully without becoming overly dependent or losing ourselves in the process.

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  1. Celebration: The Four of Wands Upright tarot card meaning relates to a celebration or gathering, indicating that it is time to come together to recognize a job well done. This could be a celebration within the family or social circles, or a business success that can be shared with others. There may be people in the background or perhaps you have social bonds with your colleagues.
  2. Progress: The four of wands can also signal progress in your life, suggesting that you are on the right track and have achieved some level of success. It encourages you to continue down this path and keep striving towards your goals. Keep building your future!
  3. Stability: The four of wands upright indicates that there is stability in your life, both emotionally and physically. You may have found a sense of balance between work, family, health, and leisure activities. Sometimes this card can indicate teamwork. The number four in numerology is known as ‘the builder’…it builds and stabilizes and this is similar to the four of wands.
  4. Security: When the four of wands appears in your tarot -especially in career tarot, it can indicate security in relationships or financial matters as well as protection from danger or harm. Its a great sign that you are safe and secure in your current situation and should feel free to relax and enjoy yourself without worrying about external threats or influences.
Delays, cancellations, happiness put off to another day. 4 Wands Reversed

4 of Wands Tarot Card Reversed

4 of Wands Reversed Tarot Card Meaning

In a Tarot Reading, the appearance of this card – reversed 4 of Wands represents instability in a situation, as well as general feelings of being blocked off from the joys of life. You could feel you are going through a period of limitation or restriction and it also signals a lack of harmony.

This card reversed can suggest that there are unresolved issues or emotions which may be preventing you from achieving your goals and dreams or you are experiencing a lack of support or a lack of community spirit. It is important to take the time to examine any situations and relationships that may be holding you back, and to make necessary changes so you can move forward with your plans. However, when this card appears reversed it can mean a lack of planning.

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The Four of Wands minor arcana card when reversed also suggests you may find yourself feeling stuck or overwhelmed by life challenges. However now is the time to focus on what makes you happy and create positive change in your life.

When you draw the Four of Wands in the reversed position, it’s time now to take a deep breath and focus on what you need to move forward in life. In what ways can you build upon your current psychological and spiritual foundations? Or do you need to release some old connections or perhaps situations? How can you change habits in order to build solid foundations? In addition, Four of Wands reversed can indicate a change in life direction is now required.

In Summary

The reversed four of wands card also shows a move away from instability or stagnation. The reversed card can also mean that even though your very foundations have been uprooted, you can rebuild again. Someone may be leaving home, there could be an unhappy family or a family member is suffering from an illness. Perish the thought, perhaps someone was jilted at the altar! The importance of connecting with others may soon be realised, bringing a period of happiness again and making you feel more secure. The reversed card indicates that you are feeling somewhat relieved or relief is coming soon. You may once again be close to one another, or alternatively move on with your life.


Author: Rose Smith