Knight of Wands: meaning

Upright meaning

This card reflects a burst of energy that moves as soon as inspiration strikes. The wind may be at your back for jumping into a new place or taking a bold chance. Follow your passion and see where it takes you.

In love

This can be a fun time for a passionate approach or an exciting date. If your feelings rise, you might go ahead and ask.

In work and daily life

You may shine in fast-moving work or situations that involve travel and movement. A bold proposal could get a warmer reception than you expect.

Reversed meaning

Your momentum may get ahead of you and make it easy to drop things midway. When you keep changing direction, pausing once to check your destination can help you avoid wasting your energy.

In love

Your feelings may heat up and cool down quickly. Before deciding in the moment, try looking at the relationship with a longer view.

In work and daily life

You may skip the planning and end up redoing things. Take a breath before you move and build in a moment to check.

Symbols on the card

This card often shows a knight on a rearing horse, holding a staff aloft. The energetic horse is said to represent passion and drive, while the desert-like background suggests adventure in new territory. The fire lizards sometimes painted on the knight’s clothing are a symbol of the fire element.

If you draw this card

Ask yourself

What place or project would you love to jump into if you let yourself?

One thing to do today

Pick one plan you’ve been wavering on and decide or sign up for it today.

It’s good to have momentum. Just don’t trip, okay?