Three of Wands

Element: Fire (🜂)

Planet: Sun (☉)

Zodiac Sign: Aries (♈)


Upright

Keywords: Expansion; progress; confidence; preparation; foresight

Events: Waiting for results; planning for long-term success; career expansion; setting new goals; exploring opportunities

Personality: Visionary; ambitious; forward-thinking; adventurous

Mental State: Hopeful; confident; patient

Advice: Keep working toward your goals—success is within reach; take calculated risks for growth

Card Imagery: A figure stands on a cliff, overlooking ships sailing toward the horizon.

Symbolism:

  • Ships – Represent movement and new opportunities
  • Wands – Show established foundations and readiness for the future
  • Cliff – Represents elevated perspective and foresight

Reversed

Keywords: Delays; missed opportunities; frustration; setbacks

Events: Blocked progress; unexpected challenges; wasted effort; hesitation

Personality: Indecisive; hesitant; lacks confidence

Mental State: Frustrated; doubtful; stuck

Advice: Be adaptable to setbacks; persistence and strategic thinking will lead to success

Card Imagery: A. The merchant encounters a huge storm, making it difficult for him to move forward. B. The merchant stands high on a mountain peak, only to satisfy the vanity of his inner desires for glory. At this moment, he ignores the dangers ahead of him.

Symbolism:

  • Lost Ships – Lack of direction and wasted effort

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