The Eight of Wands is the eighth card of the wands suit in the minor arcana and represents fast moving energy, moving forward very quickly, traveling long distances and quick communication. This card represents a time where things may move forward quickly and you may generally be very busy.
The Eight of Wands is associated with the number eight which is connected to things like abundance, manifestation and ambition. It’s a dynamic card connected to change, growth and movement. This card can also represent incoming opportunities that are coming in hot and fast and you may need to act quickly and not delay taking action.
The Eight of Wands is connected to the element fire and the planet Mercury, as it’s associated with quick communication, swift moving energy and travel. In love readings this card can represent things like messages of love, romance that develops quickly or moving very fast in a romantic relationship.
The Eight of Wands Meaning
This card is connected to traveling a great distance or even “going the distance” with something in order to experience growth. The energy this card produces can be a little unpredictable and chaotic at times so it will be beneficial to try and remain grounded.
The image on the card shows eight sprouting wands flying through the air at rapid speed. They seem to be coming from a great distance and appear out of nowhere. The air and land around them is clear signifying that these wands will land without anything blocking them.
So the Eight of Wands can represent sudden changes and a time of opportunistic opportunities that may just land in your lap. This card can also represent things like incoming news and decisions, positive growth and exciting changes.
Therefore, when the Eight of Wands comes up in a reading it can mean that things are starting to move forward and any struggles or challenges will be left in the dust. Alternatively, the Eight of Wands can also represent things like having to act fast, unpredictability, progress and quick decisions. Always look to the cards around it for clarification or to get a deeper meaning.
Upright
Fast moving energy, action, incoming messages, incoming opportunities, rapid movement, travel, going long distances, manifestation, passion.
Reversed
Slowing down, taking a step back to reevaluate, rushing into something too quickly, resisting change, delays, setbacks, change in direction, chaotic movement.
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