Triumph! Victory! Following the Five of Wands, which illustrates a battle of wills, the Six of Wands shows us what it looks like to come out on top.
If you have been knee-deep in a struggle of any kind, do not fret! The end is near, and not only will you be the winner, but others will also recognize your success.
This Minor Arcana card often predicts achievement on a large scale so this gain will be a big one. You’ve endured and fought the good fight, now prepare for the rewards of your conquest.
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Six of Wands Key Words
Before diving deeper into the upright- and reversed Six of Wands card meaning, and its connection to love, work, and life, below a quick overview of the most important words connected to this Wands card.
Upright: victory, triumph, recognition, pride in accomplishments, being in the spotlight
Reversed: failure, losing, broken promises, pride before a fall, fame-hungry
Six of Wands Tarot Card Description
Riding through a crowd with a crown of laurel on his (or her) head, the horseback rider’s face is turned away.
Because of this, it is impossible to tell if he is a man or woman, but what is clear is that he or she is prevailing against all corners.
Laurel symbolizes victory and triumph, as does the ring of flowers attached to the top of the wand in the rider’s hand.
The blue sky above represents a new day without physical or emotional storms. Although it seems that success is the victor’s alone, a crowd of admirers is there to witness the champion’s shine.
With head held high, the rider’s facial expression shows both confidence and pride. Is this a good thing? Perception is key.
Upright Six of Wands Tarot Card Meaning
Public praise, awards, recognition for success, applause for a job well done, and being given a pat on the back – these are all outcomes connected with the Six of Wands.
Many times, it may feel like others don’t notice our hard work. Maybe your significant other or children seem unappreciative.
Perhaps your boss acts like the effort you give is meaningless or you have family members who take you for granted. If so, things are about to change for the better.
The Upright Six of Wands predicts success in the presence of onlookers. Get ready to receive your gold star and strut your stuff. You deserve it.
Money and Career
Get ready to level up! The Six of Wands is a good omen for every area of life. If you are in a career that puts you in the public eye, you will soon see an increase in public acknowledgment. If you aren’t, maybe you should be.
Regardless of what field you are in, promotions, educational achievements, and money are sure to multiply if the Six of Wands represents you in a reading.
If this victor presents himself as someone else, the same sentiment rings true. Connecting yourself with people who are going in the right direction is one of the best ways of solidifying your own success.
The Six of Wands suggests success in financial matters, as well. This would be a great time to make a new investment in a company or product that you trust.
Of course, you should complete your due process and make sure the deal is sound, but don’t be hesitant to jump right in. The return that you receive as a result won’t be disappointing.
Love and Relationships
The Six of Wands in a love spread is a testament to the success and stability of your relationship. You and your partner will both be in high spirits, and you will share wealth and accomplishment among one another.
You will support and care for each other through all obstacles, and you will always come out on top.
If you have been experiencing relationship issues in the past, that is all about to change. The time and attention that you have poured into resolving these issues are going to make a difference.
If you are single, the Six of Cards suggests your soulmate may be on the horizon. This person will be strong, confident, and ready to lift you and help you to reach your full potential.
You are ready to love and be loved in a new relationship that is sure to be everything you ever imagined. Make sure you are ready so that you don’t miss this amazing opportunity.
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Health and Spirituality
If you are battling depression, anxiety, or a physical ailment of any kind, you are about to come out on top. The Six of Wands can represent miracles, especially health-related ones. Not only will you overcome whatever it is you are struggling with, but people will also begin to look to you for guidance.
For example, someone in an abusive relationship might receive this card as an indication that not only will he or she escape the circumstances; they will be able to encourage and support others in doing the same.
Six of Wands Reversed Meaning
There’s no way to sugar coat it. The reversed Six of Wands is a manifestation of disappointment and failure.
It could be that someone you looked up to has, or is about to, let you down. If this is the case, you can’t quit now.
Success and failure are both a part of life, and the latter can be a game-changer. As Shah Rukh Khan puts it, “Success is not a good teacher, failure makes you humble.”
This quote fits well with the Reversed Six of Wands since the card can also predict an excess of confidence and the need to humble one’s self.
It is essential to living a life of gratitude and not let success go to our heads. There is a fine line between believing in your abilities and becoming so self-important that you value achievement over all else. In what way can you find balance?
Six of Wands: Yes or No
When upright, the Six of Wands in a yes or no spread is yes. You will triumph in whatever you set out to achieve, and success is inevitable.
However, if the reversed Six of Wands is pulled, the answer is usually no–or at least at this time.
If this is the case, you should take a step back to look at whether your wants are realistic.
If you are confident that what you desire is best, look for an alternative route to achieving your goal.
Important Card Combinations
The Six of Wands is all about victory, triumph, and recognition. Also in combination with other cards, success is the main theme. Look for the other cards surrounding the Six of Wands to learn more about what kind of success and what to look out for.
Six of Wands and the Fool
When the Six of Wands connect with the Fool, the possibilities for success are endless. Whatever venture you select, is sure to end successfully. What does your heart desire the most? Make the answer to this question your focus.
Six of Wands and the Lovers
You’ve found the one–or you will soon. The Lovers card, when paired with the Six of Wands, predicts a romance like no other.
Sure, every relationship has its challenges, but like the man riding through the streets on this sixth card, your love will endure through any battle.
Six of Wands and the Devil
When the Six of Wands and the Devil appear alongside one another, success in business is in your future.
If you are holding a position at your job, you are bound to accomplish all you seek. Channel all your positive energy into your accomplishments, and you will not fail.
For the entrepreneur, now is a great time to jump into a new business venture. If you find the right project, your financial success could be astounding
Jump in with both feet and trust yourself – you are destined for greatness.
Six of Wands and The World
This duo promises success in educational matters. If you are a student, you will score well on tests and maybe even receive new scholarships.
If you are not in school at the moment, now is a great time to get enrolled in a new class or to explore a convention to sharpen the skills that you already possess.
The combination with the World card tells that the ventures that you have in education will be successful and your career will benefit greatly as a result.
Six of Wands and the Tower or Five of Cups
Be prepared to humble yourself. If the Six of Wands is matched with either the Tower or the Five of Cups, defeat or the loss of a relationship may be in your future.
As with any setback, we may not be able to control every outcome, but we can control our reaction to current and future events.
By accepting a loss gracefully and then getting right back in the game, you increase your chances of being successful in the future.
Six of Wands and Five of Swords
Are you too hard on yourself? The Six of Wands, when connected to the Five of Swords, suggests that you are your own worst enemy.
Self-deprecating talk, negative thoughts, and giving into unhealthy vices won’t fix your situation. In fact, it will only make it worse.
You can achieve whatever you desire, but this can’t happen unless you find ways to increase feelings of self-worth and self-esteem.
Six of Wands and the Chariot or Nine of Cups
It is your time to shine! Not only will you be victorious, where the Chariot is all about, in whatever you’ve set out to achieve, but others are also going to take notice.
Are you prepared for the acclaim (and possibly fame) that will come with having your day in the sun?
Get ready to hold your head up high. The Six of Wands is preparing you to go out with a bang!
Six of Wands and Knight of Pentacles
The Six of Wands and the Knight of Pentacles encompass a successful career change.
Have you been considering changing jobs or careers completely? This is a good indication that now is a perfect time to do that.
If you have been sitting on your hands waiting around for a sign, this is it! Update your resume and get out there – you will be grateful that you did!
Six of Wands and Ace of Wands
If you see the Six of Wands and the Ace of Wands together in a reading, it reassures you of successful new beginnings.
Perhaps you have been considering moving to a new town or getting into a new social circle. The cards are telling you that the move is a good one, should you choose to pursue these endeavors.
Although this may be a scary decision for you to make, if you have examined all the angles and you still want to move forward, you should do it.
Six of Wands FAQ
Questions, questions, questions. The main reason I built this website is out of my desire to help answer people’s questions about important spiritual topics and practices.
As things have grown, I find myself wanting to answer every question individually but not being able to. So, I gave it some thought and decided to add frequently asked questions to some of my most visited posts.
I hope that the answers below help bring clarity.
The Six of Wands is one of my most favorite cards in the entire deck. Not only because of the image on the front (powerful, right?) but also the meaning. The Six of Wands is a symbol of winning. It is triumphant and illustrates how strength, confidence, and refusal to give up during a battle are the keys to ‘riding off into the sunset’ with victory in hand.
When the Reversed Six of Wands appears, prepare for a loss. Although we’d love for every battle we enter to end with a win, this isn’t realistic. This doesn’t mean all is lost. Even a fall from grace or a betrayal contains important lessons. What could the Reversed Six of Wands be trying to tell you? Is there something critical you can use from this disappointment to help yourself win the next round?
When it comes to love and romance, the Six of Wands symbolizes relationships that will stand the test of time. I usually see this one appear when a couple has had some ups and downs in their past. However, the Six of Wands doesn’t focus on this. Instead, it says “what’s done is done” and looks toward a happy and successful future.
If it falls upright, the Six of Wands is a definite ‘yes’. Whatever you are wanting will surely come to pass if you keep your eye on the prize. This card represents a victory lap of sorts, so prepare to celebrate a big success in the near future. Your time to shine is near.
What do you think of the Six of Wands?
That’s all for the Six of Wands Tarot card meaning! If you have pulled this card in your tarot spread, did the meaning make sense to your situation in life?
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Teresa says
What if you get the livers right side up followed by the six of wands reversed
Willemijn says
Hi Theresa, Thank you for your comment! The six of wands reversed either means someone lets you down, or an excess of confidence and the need to humble one’s self.
The Lovers card is about (pretty obvious) love, romantic relationships, getting clear about your own values and finding harmony within yourself. If these two cards are paired together, this probably indicates that you’re in a romantic relationship with someone who is too dominant or letting you down. It’s time to think about your own values and align your relationship with these values. If you’re still single, the Six of Wands reversed combined with the Lovers card can indicate that someone disappointed you and that you first need to find harmony within yourself before moving on to the next relationship or date.
Does this make sense in your situation?
All the best, Willemijn