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Six of Wands Rider Waite Smith : meaning and interpretation

Minor Arcana
Arcana
Minor
Element Fire
Element
Fire
Planet Jupiter
Planet Lio
Jupiter in Lio

The Six of Wands is a card of victory, recognition and well-deserved triumph. It shows that you emerge victorious from a demanding situation, thanks to your determination, your faith in yourself and your capacity for action. The image of the acclaimed rider symbolically represents the moment when you are seen, recognised and applauded, sometimes publicly, sometimes internally. It’s a card that speaks of rediscovered self-esteem, legitimacy and a feeling of success. It encourages you to believe in your worth, to celebrate your victories, even the most modest ones. It also reminds you that this success did not come about by chance, but is the fruit of your efforts, your courage and your vision. However, it also warns against arrogance: remaining grateful and humble is essential if you are to keep moving forward in the right direction. In short, the Six of Wands is a strong signal of success, a cosmic green light that validates your path.

RWS Tarot : Arcana Six of Wands readings

Love / Sentimental reading
with the card Six of Wands

In the sentimental sphere, the Six of Wands heralds a period of self-esteem, emotional triumph and personal radiance. For couples, this card indicates that the relationship is in a phase of great stability, marked by mutual recognition, respect and pride in being together. You are admired and supported, and love is experienced with a beautiful energy of trust. If you’ve had to overcome obstacles recently, this card confirms that they’ve now been overcome, and that the couple has emerged stronger from the ordeal. For singles, this is an excellent card: you are attractive, you attract attention, and your efforts to open yourself up to love will be rewarded. You could experience a sentimental conquest that restores your self-confidence. The Six of Wands invites you to celebrate your qualities, to dare to approach others with confidence, as your energy naturally inspires and seduces.

Professional / Work reading
with the card Six of Wands

The Six of Wands is a very favourable card in the professional field. It heralds public or symbolic recognition of your efforts: promotion, congratulations, the success of a project, a raise, or obtaining a coveted position. You are reaping the rewards of your commitment, perseverance and skills. It’s a moment of professional pride, when you are highlighted by your superiors or colleagues. It can also represent visible success: being in the spotlight, leading a team, becoming a benchmark in your field. It’s also the card of recognised leadership: you inspire, you motivate, you unite. It invites you to savour this moment of glory, without sinking into pride. It’s time to consolidate your position and use your influence constructively. Success is here, but it also calls for a sense of responsibility commensurate with your victories.

Financial / Material / Money reading
with the card Six of Wands

In material and financial terms, the Six of Wands is a very positive omen. It indicates a tangible improvement in your financial situation, due to your past efforts, the right decision or an opportunity seized at the right time. This could mean a gain in money, a successful investment, a profitable project or some form of financial reward. It’s also a sign of self-confidence in managing your resources: you feel able to control your finances, make the right choices, and aim higher. If you’ve been through a difficult period, this card marks a turning point: you’re getting your head above water, with pride and confidence. It can also herald a major purchase, a concrete achievement (a trip, a car, a business) that will crown your efforts. Here, material success is the result of a journey, not chance.

Family reading
with the card Six of Wands

In the family sphere, the Six of Wands evokes recognition, admiration and shared pride. You may be celebrated or congratulated by those close to you for a success, a happy event or a significant achievement. It may also concern a member of your family whom you see blossoming and for whom you feel great joy. The energy here is one of mutual support, appreciation and solidarity. If tensions existed before, this card signals a pacification of relationships, often thanks to a shared achievement or a victory that brings people together. It also evokes moments of family festivity: the return of an absent member, the announcement of a success, or the organisation of a happy event. The Six of Wands invites us to celebrate progress together, to create a dynamic of collective pride, without seeking to crush or compare ourselves: each person shines in his or her own way.

Spiritual reading
with the card Six of Wands

On a spiritual level, the Six of Wands symbolises inner victory, self-control and alignment between your actions and your values. You have undoubtedly gone through periods of doubt or searching, and this card confirms that you have found a balance. It also evokes the feeling of being guided or supported by a higher power, or of being in harmony with your life mission. You’ll feel clarity, enthusiasm and an increase in your inner confidence. This card also speaks of inspiration: you become a role model for others, sometimes without even looking for it. It invites you to share your light, to teach what you have understood, to radiate your truth. However, it also reminds you that the spiritual path is a living one, and that a summit crossed is often the starting point of a new cycle. Remain humble and open to what comes next.

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5-Card spread
Six of Wands and its positions in a 5-card draw.

Six of Wands - Rider Waite Smith Tarot

Want to better understand how to interpret the card Six 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 Six of Wands in every position of the 5-card cross spread Rider Waite.

Six of Wands 5-Card spread Rider Waite

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