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Minor Arcana · Suit of Wands · King

King of Wands

Upright: leadership, vision, charisma, boldness. Reversed: impulsiveness, domineering, ruthlessness, high expectations.

King of Wands — the Rider–Waite–Smith tarot card
Rider–Waite–Smith, 1909

King of Wands upright meaning

  • leadership
  • vision
  • charisma
  • boldness

A natural leader with a bold vision and the charisma to bring people along. Take charge this week; set a clear direction and let others rally around a plan worth believing in.

King of Wands reversed meaning

  • impulsiveness
  • domineering
  • ruthlessness
  • high expectations

Your drive is tipping into steamrolling, setting the bar so high that people feel run over. Lead by listening this week; a vision people follow only by force won't hold once you look away.

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Arcana
Minor
Suit
Wands
Rank
King (14)
Deck
Rider–Waite–Smith

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