Queen 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
Queen of Wands Rider Waite Smith : meaning and interpretation
Minor
Fire
Aries
The Queen of Wands is a card of charisma, personal power, assertive creativity and inspiring leadership. It represents a person (you or someone else) who radiates without dominating, who attracts without manipulating, and who acts with heart. She’s the archetypal fiery woman, but accessible to all genders: a warm, courageous force who transforms the world simply by being there. She invites you to take your place with confidence, to believe in yourself, to cultivate your passion without shame or restraint. It symbolises the perfect balance between action and intuition, drive and wisdom, generosity and independence. If this card appears in your draw, it means you’re ready to embody who you are to the full, without mask, with pride. Your inner fire is your greatest asset – don’t be afraid to let it shine.
RWS Tarot : Arcana Queen of Wands readings
Love / Sentimental reading
with the card Queen of Wands
In the sentimental field, the Queen of Wands represents a magnetic, passionate, independent person who loves intensely but refuses to lose herself in the relationship. If you are in a relationship, this card evokes a vibrant relationship, balanced between passion and respect for autonomy, where each person can shine without overshadowing the other. It can also represent a renewed sense of personal self-assurance: you feel desirable, confident and fulfilled once again. For singles, the Queen of Wands indicates that you are a natural eye-catcher, thanks to your confidence, energy and sunny charm. It symbolises a love where you can be yourself to the full, without compromising your freedom or your light. It’s also an invitation not to wait passively for love, but to dare to go towards the other person with confidence and enthusiasm, while remaining true to your values and your inner fire.
Professional / Work reading
with the card Queen of Wands
Professionally, the Queen of Wands embodies natural leadership, creativity in action and the ability to inspire others. It symbolises a person who leads with heart, passion and authenticity. If you draw this card in a work context, it’s an excellent omen: you’re in your power, you know what you’re worth, and others recognise it. It may herald a promotion, recognition, or an opportunity where your talents are finally brought to light. It also represents a dynamic environment, where your energy gets things moving. If you’re thinking of setting up your own business or launching a project, the Queen of Wands encourages you to assert yourself, to dare to be visible, to let your ambition shine through. She also says: be daring, but remain true to your ethics, because your charisma rests above all on your sincerity.
Financial / Material / Money reading
with the card Queen of Wands
In material terms, the Queen of Wands speaks of assertive and intuitive management of your finances, supported by an innate sense of initiative. You are capable of creating income-generating opportunities through your creativity, leadership or ability to bring people together. It can signal a period when money is flowing thanks to your ideas, your activity or greater confidence in your skills. You attract the right people and the right projects because you shine and believe in what you do. However, the Queen of Wands also invites you to maintain a good balance between generosity and prudence: don’t hesitate to invest in yourself and support the causes that are close to your heart, but keep your financial independence as a priority. She embodies prosperity through inner alignment, not mere accumulation.
Family reading
with the card Queen of Wands
In the family context, the Queen of Wands represents a strong, benevolent and inspiring figure, often a mother, sister or pillar of the household. She embodies warmth, welcome and generosity, but also firmness and frankness. She can’t stand manipulation or passivity: she wants everyone to take their place and make their own choices, while fostering a lively, sunny atmosphere. If you recognise yourself in this card, it means that you play a key role in the family balance: you carry the energy of fire, the energy that motivates, protects and stimulates. The card may also suggest the importance of finding personal space within the family, of preserving your freedom while being fully present. Lastly, it may indicate a warm reunion, a festive occasion or family togetherness, where authenticity and heartfelt enthusiasm will take pride of place.
Spiritual reading
with the card Queen of Wands
On a spiritual level, the Queen of Wands is the embodiment of awakened inner power, active intuition and the radiance of the soul. She connects you to your sacred fire: the energy that drives you to create, to believe, to transmit and to radiate. You’re in a phase where you become a natural guide for others, simply by being yourself, without forcing yourself. It invites you to fully embrace your light, to stop apologising for being powerful, intuitive and inspired. This card can also herald a revelation or a strong alignment with your life mission. It is linked to embodied spirituality: living your faith on a daily basis, making your energy a sacred act. You are a creative channel, a living fire – it’s up to you to feed this flame with passion, joy and love.
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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
Queen of Wands and its positions in a 5-card draw.
Want to better understand how to interpret the card Queen 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 Queen of Wands in every position of the 5-card cross spread Rider Waite.
