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Radiant, Rider-Waite-Smith Tarot- Four of Wands
B.O.T.A.- 4 of Wands
As always true to the Rider-Waite-Smith Tarot Minor Cards, there is more image detailed explanations of the meaning. On the Rider-Waite-Smith 4 of Wands, there are 4 staves implanted in the ground topped with garland of flowers. This implies fertility, fecundity, and strength. The number 4 is a number implying completeness and power. Also on this card, are 2 female figures uplifting nosegays and at their side is a bridge over a moat, leading to an old manor house. This implies wealth and security. The Nosegay is usually given as a present, so here is also a picture of a sharing of the wealth. Normally a 4 is a closed system, where one is secure by closing off the "outside" with 4 strong walls, such as shown in the imagery of the B.O.T.A. 4 of wands arrangement. However, on the Rider-Waite-Smith Card, there is a bridge over a mote and the 4 Wands/Staves, seem to more of a arbor than a enclosure, implying a willingness to be "open minded".
B.O.T.A. Tarot- 4 of Wands
The B.O.T.A. 4 of wands is as minimalistic as are all the "minor or Small" cards in this deck.
The Number 4 is the number of the earth and mankind. Number 4 is the number of the square. Number 4 symbolizes building a strong foundation. Therefore, the 4 red-gold wands symbolize the Universal Element of Fire's "ability to do work" on the earth plane. The fire element symbolizes the energy that drives life forward. It represents the drive for action and the ability to move forward in spite of obstacles. When this element is balanced, there is no fear of failure and you can achieve your goals. Hence, it is called "Power" in the Qabalistic Thoth Tarot Deck. Since, Tiphareth the 6th Sephira, named Beauty on the Qabalistic Tree of Life represents the Soul, the 4 of wands also declares the Soul's ability to do its work on the earth plane.
As for the Rider-Waite-Smith- Four of Wands, the implied meanings are almost easily seen on the Cards imagery. The meanings are more mundane, and yet they also apply to the B.O.T.A. card.
When the Four/4 of Wands card is thrown in a divination, it implies:
- Country life.
- Repose.
- Concord.
- Harmony.
- Prosperity.
- Peace.
- The perfected work of the above.
When the Four/4 of wands is reversed:
- The meanings remain unaltered:
- Increase.
- Felicity.
- Beauty.
- Embellishment.
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