Six of Wands Tarot Card Meaning

Six of Wands Keywords

UPRIGHT: success | public recognition | progress | self-confidence

REVERSED: private achievement | egotism | unsuccessful

Six of Wands Description

The Six of Wands features a triumphant figure riding a white horse, symbolizing strength, purity, and the successful culmination of an endeavor. The victory wreath he wears and the adorned horse he rides through an exuberant crowd signify acclaim and recognition for his achievements. The wand he carries aloft, crowned with another wreath, reinforces the theme of success and public acknowledgment.

His display of accomplishments is met with enthusiastic approval from the onlookers, indicating not only personal victory but also communal celebration and support. This card encapsulates a moment of pride and glory, where the individual’s efforts are publicly recognized and celebrated, highlighting the satisfaction and honor that come from achieving one’s goals and receiving communal endorsement and admiration.

NOTE: The tarot card meaning description is based on the Rider-Waite deck and Decoding The Cards

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Six of Wands Upright

The Six of Wands symbolizes success, achievement, and triumph after hard work. It indicates that you have reached an important goal through meticulous planning and determination, and now you can rightly revel in your accomplishment! You should feel proud and confident and be eager to celebrate with others.

When you see the Six of Wands, you may receive public acknowledgment for reaching a goal. Whether a formal award or simply a pat on the back from a friend or co-worker, this is your victory parade! Be proud of yourself for your accomplishments and allow others to cheer you on.

As you move forward, remember that more work is still needed. Stay focused on the end game and rely on the support of those around you who are rooting for you to succeed.

Six of Wands Reversed

The Six of Wands reversed can symbolize that you may have accomplished something significant, but you’re keeping it private. It could be because the achievement is too personal for you to share, or you don’t want to draw attention to yourself due to feeling shy or not wanting to be in the spotlight.

The reversed Six of Wands can also indicate that it is time to redefine success for yourself instead of looking for external validation or approval. What does real accomplishment look like in your eyes? What kind of success will make you feel fulfilled and proud, regardless of what other people may think?

The Six of Wands can also appear when you have failed at something or experienced a setback. You may feel embarrassed, dwelling upon your mistakes and wishing things had gone differently.

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