The Nine of Wands of the Minor Arcana of the Tarot is the ninth card of the Suit of Wands. It follows the Eight of Wands. It is the embodiment of order, discipline, and courage.
The Symbolism of the Nine of Wands Tarot Card
This card is represented by a man who stands alone, clutching a staff before him. He wears a bandage on his head as if he has been injured, but he stands defiant nonetheless, determined to the end. Behind him range eight wands, upright in position, forming almost a wall.
The landscape that stretches out behind this man is mountainous, rocky and unforgiving. And yet, the sky shines a bright blue, unaffected by the turmoil that might be occurring below.
The General Interpretation of the Nine of Wands Card
When appearing in a spread, this card implies a position which is unassailable, and highly defensible. Though the struggle may be fierce, with courage and fortitude, the challenge can be overcome. Success, though hard-won, will soon be achieved.
The Nine of Wands is a card of valor. This card assures the individual that courageous, honorable behavior will win the day. The discipline of a soldier might be required to succeed, for only in order can true victory be found.
The Inner Meaning of the Nine of Wands in Tarot
The Nine of Wands is the image of courage in the face of adversity. It is a card that conveys the idea of standing strong against all odds, and being victorious. Any opposition will be defeated and removed in short order. This is a card that indicates success, at least eventually.
However, it is important to note the bandage on the head of the man on the Nine of Wands. He has certainly been injured, though it is not clear how this occurred. However this happened, this injury is a message. At the very least, the victory will be difficult to accomplish; injury — physical, emotional, or mental — is a possibility.
Eight of the nine wands on this card form a wall, impenetrable to outside forces. This wall is sturdy and stable, and cannot be removed by force. This is yet another meaning to the Nine of Wands, that the individual must be strong and stable to face the adversity that is approaching. Only then can victory be truly won.
In yet another interpretation, this card can indicate good health after a long illness, or possibly after an injury.
The Ten of Wands follows this card.
About half of all Tarot readers choose to interpret those cards that appear reversed (upside down) in a spread as having unique and interesting meanings. If you are among this half, the Eight of Wands in its reversed position might imply that plans will be cancelled, perhaps even permanently. This may relate to your career. Stay close to home and on familiar ground if you can. There may be jealousy and spite around you or you may have reason to feel strong envy in the near future.
The Eight of Wands of the Minor Arcana of the Tarot is the eighth card of the Suit of Wands. It follows the Seven of Wands. It is the embodiment of immediate action and communication.
The Symbolism of the Eight of Wands Tarot Card
This card is represented by eight wands moving quickly across the card. They travel across a landscape that is lush and green, with a gentle river flowing. The sky is bright and clear, and nothing impedes their progress.
As these staves, these wands, fly across this card, they give the impression that they carry something with them, perhaps a message of some kind. However, their ends cannot be seen, so it is impossible to know for sure. If they do convey a message, it is likely of some importance.
The General Interpretation of the Eight of Wands Card
When appearing in a spread, this card implies immediate action on the part of the individual. Whatever is going to happen must happen now. The Eight of Wands is not a card that rewards hesitation. This being the case, the individual must be prepared for action.
This card can also convey the idea of information; perhaps information that is traveling swiftly. There is not a lot of time for thought connected with this card. Instead, the information must be absorbed and acted upon immediately. If necessary, additional information may be sought, but this must be done swiftly.
The Inner Meaning of the Eight of Wands in Tarot
The Eight of Wands signifies the concept of unexpected news that requires action. The individual who receives this card in a spread should be ready for new information to arrive, and to act on it swiftly, without delay. This card does not say whether this information will be positive or negative. It simply indicates that this information will arrive unexpectedly.
In addition, the Eight of Wands may convey the idea of information that is traveling very quickly – often, more quickly than is appreciated. This generally means that it will be impossible to keep a secret, no matter how important it may be. The individual should be prepared for this to happen, acting quickly before the secret is revealed.
The Nine of Wands follows this card.
If the Seven of Wands appears in its reversed position and you are among the Tarot readers who uses reversed meanings, then be prepared. There will be too many problems around you, so tackle only what is important and let the rest fall by the wayside. Don't take the responsibilities or problems of others on your back right now and refrain from interfering in the lives of others. Leave chancy decisions for another time, as you'll have enough to deal with right now.
