Knight of Wands
Knight of WandsMinor ArcanaSuit of Wands
- Element
- Fire
- Astrology
- Fire of fire; 20° Scorpio – 20° Sagittarius
- Numerology
- Knight: the suit in motion, its quest and its charge
- Yes or no
- Yes
Upright
- energy
- passion
- adventure
- charisma
- bold action
Reversed
- recklessness
- haste
- frustration
- scattered energy
- anger
Fire on horseback. The Knight of Wands is passion in motion, charging toward adventure with more courage than caution.
On the card
A knight in armour and a yellow surcoat patterned with salamanders rides a rearing chestnut horse across a desert landscape, three pyramids in the distance behind him. His helmet is crested with red plumes that flare like flames, and he holds a sprouting wand upright in one hand. The horse is barely under control. Everything about him is heat and forward motion.
Upright
General
Go, boldly. The Knight of Wands brings energy, passion, adventure and the confidence to act on impulse and make it work; he is charismatic and impatient, and right now those qualities serve you. Take the trip, make the move, say the thing. Just remember that the horse is rearing.
Love & relationships
A passionate, exciting pursuit or a partner full of charm and heat. The relationship moves fast; enjoy it, and do not mistake the adrenaline for a foundation yet.
Career & money
Bold moves, travel for work, a fast-paced new role or the launch of something ambitious. Energy and confidence attract opportunity; keep enough discipline to follow through.
Reversed
General
The horse has bolted. Reversed, the Knight of Wands describes recklessness, anger, impatience that ruins good plans, and energy so scattered that it accomplishes nothing. He can also show frustration at being held back, with the resulting temptation to do something rash just to feel movement.
Love & relationships
A partner who is hot-headed, unreliable or gone as fast as they arrived. Passion has become volatility, and someone is going to get burned.
Career & money
Impulsive career moves, a project abandoned midway, or conflicts caused by temper. Slow the horse before you make a decision you cannot reverse.
Advice
Charge, but hold the reins. Passion gets you moving; judgement keeps you on the horse.