Six of Wands

The Six of Wands is mostly associated with themes of victory, recognition, and success.

Upright Meaning

• Victory and Success: The Six of Wands signifies achieving success, reaching goals, and being victorious in one’s endeavors.

• Recognition and Praise: It often points to receiving public recognition, accolades, or praise for one's accomplishments.

• Confidence and Self-Assurance: The card indicates a sense of confidence, self-assurance, and pride in one's achievements.

• Leadership and Influence: It suggests that the individual is seen as a leader, admired and respected by others.

Reversed Meaning

• Delayed Success: When reversed, the Six of Wands can indicate delays or setbacks in achieving recognition or success.

• Self-Doubt and Lack of Confidence: It may suggest feelings of self-doubt, lack of confidence, or fear of not being acknowledged.

• Ego and Arrogance: There might be a warning against letting success go to one’s head, leading to arrogance or ego-driven behavior.

• Challenges to Leadership: It can point to challenges in leadership, such as not being fully supported or respected by others.

Symbolism

• Central Figure: A figure riding a horse, often depicted as wearing a laurel wreath and holding a wand adorned with another wreath, symbolizing victory and triumph.

• Horse: The horse, usually white, represents purity, movement, and progress.

• Crowd: People surrounding the central figure, cheering or looking on, symbolize public recognition and support.

• Wands: Other wands held by the crowd signify communal effort and shared success.