Tarot Cards Meanings - The Suit of Wands - The King of Wands - meaning in detail
The King of Wands - tarot card meaning in detail
The Prince of the Chariot of Fire
Numerical Value: 4
Elemental Name: Air of Fire
Astrological Associations: Aries
Full Meaning
The King of Wands is symbolic of a very forthright and honest, trustworthy man who is well disposed towards you. This person will probably be over 30 years of age. Also if you have any problems or troubles at the moment then the King of Wands represents someone who is very fair-minded, non judgmental, straight-forward and energetic coming to your aid. However as well as a person The King of Wands symbolizes the beginning of something very grand, for example you may be thinking of planning a big trip, changing your career or even see yourself moving into politics. This is a card of big and grand plans, ideas, taking charge of your life and ultimately turning your dreams into reality.
Traditional Symbolism
The physical and emotional nature to which this card is attributed is dark, ardent, lithe, animated, impassioned, noble. The King uplifts a flowering wand, and wears, like his three correspondences in the remaining suits, what is called a cap of maintenance beneath his crown. He connects with the symbol of the lion, which is emblazoned on the back of his throne.
The King of Wands Card illustration.