King of Wands
King of Wands
Vision and leadership are called for. Hold a clear aim and inspire others toward it.
Love Passionate, loyal energy supports a bold love.
Work Take charge of a vision and bring others along.
Money Entrepreneurial thinking with a long-term view pays off.
Wellbeing Purpose energises you. Align daily life with your bigger aims.
Growth You are learning to lead by inspiring others.
Vision may slip into control, or ambition may outpace planning. Recalibrate.
Love Impatience or pride may strain things. Listen more.
Work Avoid micromanaging. Share the vision and trust others.
Money Slow down bold moves until the plan is sound.
Wellbeing Constant drive can exhaust you. Rest.
Growth True leadership includes humility.
Symbols in the glass
- Salamanders Fire and transformation
- Lions authority and courage
- Sprouting wand vision that can still grow
- Leaning forward readiness to act
A king sits on a throne decorated with lions and salamanders, holding a sprouting wand. A small salamander rests at his feet and his robe carries the same motif.
Deeper lore
- Element
- Fire
- Astrology
- 20° Cancer to 20° Leo (approx 12 Jul to 11 Aug)
- Court element
- Air of Fire
- Golden Dawn title
- Prince of the Chariot of Fire
- Number
- King, the leader of Fire: vision held with authority and the will to direct it.
- Names
- King of Wands · Roi de Bâtons · 权杖国王
Waite, 1911
Waite: "dark man, friendly, countryman, generally married, honest and conscientious". Reversed: "good, but severe; austere, yet tolerant".
What vision are you ready to lead?
Ask Iris about this cardFor reflection and entertainment. Meanings follow the Smith-Waite tradition.