King of Wands

Keywords (Upright)
Leadership · Vision · Influence · Honor · Big-picture thinking

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Keywords (Reversed)
Domineering · Impulsiveness · Arrogance · Power struggle · Tunnel vision

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Card Meaning (Upright)
The King of Wands leads with heart and vision. He doesn't just dream he commands reality to align with that dream. This card shows up when you're being called to step into leadership, embody confidence, and trust that your ideas are worth backing.

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Card Meaning (Reversed)
Reversed, this King may struggle with ego, overconfidence, or micromanaging others. It could also indicate fear of taking control or leadership avoidance. Where are you being asked to step up—and where are you overstepping?

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Psychic Download
“You’ve got the throne. Now act like it with grace, not force.” True leadership isn’t loud—it’s rooted, responsive, and full of integrity.

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Color Symbolism

• Salmon robes: Drive with maturity, tempered fire

• Yellow crown: Enlightened leadership, conscious action

• Red lions on the throne: Pride, passion, divine masculine energy

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Suit Symbolism
Wands – Fire: Vision, manifestation, spiritual responsibility

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Zodiac Connection

• Aries/Leo energy: Trailblazing force, natural charisma, protective instinct

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Element & Modality

• Element: Fire

• Modality: Fixed/Cardinal – focused momentum with initiatory strength

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Imagery Symbolism

• King seated calmly with wand in hand: Confident leadership, grounded command

• Lizard by his feet: Regeneration, solar symbolism, protection from lower impulses

• Mountains in the backdrop: Challenges conquered, power earned

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Teaching Tip
Ask: “Where can I lead more from soul and less from ego?”