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Radiant, Rider-Waite-Smith Tarot- Four of Wands
As always true to the Rider-Waite-Smith Tarot Minor Cards, and its Prophet Tarot equivalent, there are more image detailed explanations of the meaning than presented. Depicted on both the Rider-Waite-Smith 4 of Wands, and The Connolly Tarot-Four 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 or flowers 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 of the Thoth 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 be more of an arbor than an enclosure, implying a willingness to be "open minded".
The Connolly Tarot- 4 of Wands
The Connoly Tarot 4 of wands displays a couple who are admiring a fertile crop of grapes while the male part of this couple seems to be saluting the heavens.
The Number 4 is the number of the earth and form. Number 4 is the number of the square. Number 4 symbolizes building a solid foundation. Therefore, the 4 wands symbolize the Universal Element of Fire (vital life force) and its "ability to do work" on the earth plane. Therefore, the success of the 4 of wands is largely because of a driving personal ambition and ability. The fire element symbolizes the energy that drives life forward. It represents the drive for action and the ability to move forward despite 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. However, projects of the 4 of wands are never entirely without risk, although they seem to always turn out favorably. This is a fiery passion, and such energy can push one too forcefully causing resources to become overextended and a loss of profession could result.
As for the Rider-Waite-Smith- Tarot-Four of Wands, the implied meanings are easily seen on the Cards imagery. The castle walls or the house behind the couple on the Connolly card imply security and those outside the walls are at some risk as they seek an order without walls, to freely enjoy the fruits of one's labors.
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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