Page of Wands in the Rider Waite Tarot
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- The Fool
- The Magician I
- The High Priestess II
- The Empress III
- The Emperor IV
- The Hierophant V
- The Lovers VI
- The Chariot VII
- Strength VIII
- The Hermit IX
- Wheel of Fortune X
- Justice XI
- The Hanged Man XII
- Death XIII
- Temperance XIV
- The Devil XV
- The Tower XVI
- The Star XVII
- The Moon XVIII
- The Sun XIX
- Judgement XX
- The World XXI
- Ace of Wands
- Two of Wands
- Three of Wands
- Four of Wands
- Five of Wands
- Six of Wands
- Seven of Wands
- Eight of Wands
- Nine of Wands
- Ten of Wands
- Page of Wands
- Knight of Wands
- Queen of Wands
- King of Wands
- Ace of Cups
- Two of Cups
- Three of Cups
- Four of Cups
- Five of Cups
- Six of Cups
- Seven of Cups
- Eight of Cups
- Nine of Cups
- Ten of Cups
- Page of Cups
- Knight of Cups
- Queen of Cups
- King of Cups
- Ace of Swords
- Two of Swords
- Three of Swords
- Four of Swords
- Five of Swords
- Six of Swords
- Seven of Swords
- Eight of Swords
- Nine of Swords
- Ten of Swords
- Page of Swords
- Knight of Swords
- Queen of Swords
- King of Swords
- Ace of Pentacles
- Two of Pentacles
- Three of Pentacles
- Four of Pentacles
- Five of Pentacles
- Six of Pentacles
- Seven of Pentacles
- Eight of Pentacles
- Nine of Pentacles
- Ten of Pentacles
- Page of Pentacles
- Knight of Pentacles
- Queen of Pentacles
- King of Pentacles
Page of Wands Rider Waite Smith : meaning and interpretation
Minor
Fire
The Page of Wands is a card of impetus, inspiration and novelty. It represents the beginning of an adventure, marked by enthusiasm, spontaneity and a burning desire to discover. It’s the flame that lights within you, the idea that germinates, the desire that takes shape. The Page is still young, sometimes inexperienced, but he is carried by a pure and courageous energy of fire. He invites you to get out of waiting, to listen to your instincts, to respond to what excites you, even if it’s not yet rational or framed. It can also herald news, a message, an opportunity related to your passion or your personal growth. In short, it’s a card of movement, of beginning, of promise. It tells you: dare to start, however small – that fire you feel is real, and deserves to be fed.
RWS Tarot : Arcana Page of Wands readings
Love / Sentimental reading
with the card Page of Wands
In sentimental terms, the Page of Wands symbolises the awakening of desire, the impetus of love, novelty and curiosity. If you are in a relationship, it can represent a renewal in the relationship: a new dynamic, renewed energy, or an exciting project for the two of you. Passion is reawakened, and the desire to seduce and have fun together resurfaces. For singles, this card often heralds a vibrant, light-hearted, spontaneous encounter with someone full of energy or younger. This is not yet a committed relationship, but rather a flirtation, an exploration, a mutual attraction. It can also indicate that you are rediscovering the desire to love, with freshness and optimism. The Page of Wands invites you not to intellectualise everything: live in the moment, explore, let your heart burn – joyfully, without burning yourself.
Professional / Work reading
with the card Page of Wands
Professionally, the Page of Wands heralds a new idea, a stimulating opportunity or a project that’s just getting off the ground. You may be on the verge of a new position, training, retraining, or an entrepreneurial project that excites you. This is a phase of exploration: you have the intuition that something is calling you, even if everything is not yet perfectly defined. This card also speaks of intense motivation, a desire to learn, to create, to dare to think outside the box. It can also represent an unexpected message or offer that could change things. Be careful not to go off in all directions: the fire of the Page needs to be channelled. But overall, this is an excellent time to initiate something, follow your inspiration, and let yourself be carried away by creative enthusiasm.
Financial / Material / Money reading
with the card Page of Wands
In financial matters, the Page of Wands signals a modest but promising new beginning. This could be your first salary, money for a personal project, or a small but promising investment. We’re not talking about great wealth here, but rather a positive boost, a breath of fresh air on your budget. This is a good time to initiate a change in your financial management, to lay the foundations, to learn, to test. You could also receive motivating news concerning money: a grant, help, an opportunity that requires daring. The Page of Wands urges you to break out of your habits, to undertake boldly, without fear of starting small. The most important thing: don’t stand still. Action, however small, triggers the movement of abundance.
Family reading
with the card Page of Wands
In the family sphere, the Page of Wands represents youthful energy, spontaneous communication and the desire for something new. He may embody a child or teenager in your entourage, brimming with ideas and projects, or yourself in the role of initiator within the family. Light-hearted discussions, joint projects or stimulating activities are favoured. It can also signal a family renewal: the arrival of a baby, moving house, plans for a trip or a festive event. The atmosphere is more relaxed and playful, conducive to expression and exchange. If there is any tension, this card invites you to adopt a more flexible, joyful posture, to rekindle complicity. It also suggests that inspiration is flowing again, and that everyone can contribute to it, as long as they make room for new ideas, even the most surprising ones.
Spiritual reading
with the card Page of Wands
On a spiritual level, the Page of Wands marks the beginning of a vibrant personal quest, inspired by a strong intuition or a call from the heart. You may be feeling an inner awakening: a desire to reconnect with your sacred fire, to discover new paths, to embark on a teaching or practice that stimulates you. This is a phase of openness and curiosity, where you follow the light of your passion without yet understanding everything. This card encourages you to dare to explore without seeking immediate mastery. The important thing here is to follow the impulse, the pleasure, the inner movement that pushes you towards something greater. The Page of Wands is a spiritual messenger: he invites you to listen to the signs, to marvel, to answer the call of the soul – even if the path is still unknown.
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- The Fool
- The Magician I
- The High Priestess II
- The Empress III
- The Emperor IV
- The Hierophant V
- The Lovers VI
- The Chariot VII
- Strength VIII
- The Hermit IX
- Wheel of Fortune X
- Justice XI
- The Hanged Man XII
- Death XIII
- Temperance XIV
- The Devil XV
- The Tower XVI
- The Star XVII
- The Moon XVIII
- The Sun XIX
- Judgement XX
- The World XXI
- Ace of Wands
- Two of Wands
- Three of Wands
- Four of Wands
- Five of Wands
- Six of Wands
- Seven of Wands
- Eight of Wands
- Nine of Wands
- Ten of Wands
- Page of Wands
- Knight of Wands
- Queen of Wands
- King of Wands
- Ace of Cups
- Two of Cups
- Three of Cups
- Four of Cups
- Five of Cups
- Six of Cups
- Seven of Cups
- Eight of Cups
- Nine of Cups
- Ten of Cups
- Page of Cups
- Knight of Cups
- Queen of Cups
- King of Cups
- Ace of Swords
- Two of Swords
- Three of Swords
- Four of Swords
- Five of Swords
- Six of Swords
- Seven of Swords
- Eight of Swords
- Nine of Swords
- Ten of Swords
- Page of Swords
- Knight of Swords
- Queen of Swords
- King of Swords
- Ace of Pentacles
- Two of Pentacles
- Three of Pentacles
- Four of Pentacles
- Five of Pentacles
- Six of Pentacles
- Seven of Pentacles
- Eight of Pentacles
- Nine of Pentacles
- Ten of Pentacles
- Page of Pentacles
- Knight of Pentacles
- Queen of Pentacles
- King of Pentacles
5-Card spread
Page of Wands and its positions in a 5-card draw.
Want to better understand how to interpret the card Page of Wands according to its position in a cross drawing? What does it symbolise as a situation, obstacle, resource, piece of advice or way out? Explore its many facets and find a detailed reading of the card Page of Wands in every position of the 5-card cross spread Rider Waite.
