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Tarot Five of Wands

Five of wands The Five of Wands
The Lord of Strife
Numerical Value: 5

Key Words for Tarot card - Five of Wands

  • Strife
  • Competition
  • Irritation
  • Collaboration
When you see things not going your way that is when is most likely this card to be drawn in a reading. Just about everything is in for a toss and you see no reason to smile. All things appear to be against you.

The tarot Five of Wands stands for times when your environment is to be fighting you. Nothing at all flows smoothly; everyone is with you cross-purposes. The figures on this card are all batting at each other. There is no coordinated effort, no agreement. When this card shows up, be prepared for a bumpy ride. You're going to need extra patience and perseverance to get to the point where you can accomplish something. The Five of Wands may not always represent major blockages, just many small, irritating ones.

This card also stands for competition. In the right circumstances, competition is necessary and also useful. It fosters extra effort, generates excitement and encourages the best. When the Five of Wands appears in a reading, check for competitive elements. You may be involved in a contest, game or even a race for that matter. You may discover you have rivals who are opposing you and probably challenging your position. You may feel disturbed by the dog-eat-dog environment you find yourself in. Make sure it is helping you and others reach your truly cherished goals. Otherwise, work toward cooperation and coming towards the fruition of your results.