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The Rider-Waite-Smith Tarot-Seven of wands (RWS) depicts a young man holding his phallic shaped staff while standing on a craggy eminence defending himself against the onslaught of 6 leafy staff/wands. The "leafiness" of the staffs implies a vital fertile force (fire)and aggressive passion.

Presented are six are attacking one. Yet the one is holding the "high ground", which is an advantageous position. Therefore, on the surface, this is a card of Valor. Yet, intellectually, this is a card of discussion, worldly strife in business, negotiations, war of trade, barter, and competition. One may also say that this is a card representing a tenuous success, as the one is on top, and the enemies below may not yet reach him but are still vigorously attempting to.

You feel strong and confident, but that doesn't stop the jealousy of those of weak character trying to make you look less powerful. That is how the weak egos "feel powerful" when they can besmirch the character of a stronger person who doesn't just comply to their social egregore.

In this upside-down world, the coward's rule, as they hide behind the walls of words and lawyers blaming one another for their own "weakness", which is often supported by lopsided laws and propaganda that profanes the identity of the young and virtuous who are sent off to die for the cowardly agenda of useless old men who run the MIC. Implied here is that the person or the people must stop their bickering and stand as a wall against such evil.

This Card, being in the suit of Wands, may suggest a strong sexual attraction, or even a hasty marriage. There may be a suggestion of a great attraction towards art or music, without sufficient discipline to create anything worthwhile. It can represent a fiery passion towards jewelry or clothing, and/or a love of beautiful things. Although the splendor of jewels and the glamour of luxury can be seductive, they are found to have little substance as self-value.

Nevertheless, the energy of this card is extremely exciting, coming like a tsunami but soon wasted. Therefore, there is a possibility of love lost, financial ruin, or even loss of friends, because of one's excesses. Here one must learn to "watch the watcher", by which we analyze our innermost desires.

We are Celestial Energy, long before we animate flesh in our wholly name, and therefore, part of "Above all things, know thyself", requires us to become familiar with the nature of raw passions and desire, which can control us if we are not careful, especially if we believe we are bodies who must seek spirit, rather than Spirit owning its Manifestation through willful and mental discipline!

The 6th Sephiroth is the fecund solar power behind the 7 of Wands and the Sephirotic Being of Netzach. Tiphareth the sixth Sephiroth, represents the Soul and/or Buddha psyche that our personalities are supposed to be the reflection of. However, indoctrination, propaganda, media word hypnosis, and dogma, plus environmental influences and an entropic "mind virus" have constructed a "false ego" in the brain that makes us slaves to the words of those who control definition and who define us as "lacking".

Therefore, this card can also express the Victory of our Solar Soul over the false identity of a man-made persona and/or over the mask of words that covers our true face with false expressions of media-controlled word hypnosis. We are deceived into believing we are the "sensation", rather than the Psyche of Power that creates sensation from assumption.

The Animal Totem Tarot - 7 of Wands about being assertive and not allowing people of power to intimidate you. It may seem like a skunk is an improper image for this card, but in truth they get a bad rap by weak egos because they come fully loaded. They are as handsome or cute as any cat or dog and far more intelligent. But propaganda makes us think that anyone who is armed and can defend themselves, is a bad person. Nothing can be further from the truth. Only slaves are not allowed to defend themselves! Besides, it takes a lot of threat to make a skunk unload its chemical defense as it would rather walk away. However, if backed into a corner, it will defend itself.

Hence this card is about standing your ground when faced with opposition. There is a presence of competition, opposition, and/or resistance in your current realm.

This card illustrates a formidable warrior with a hidden strength of a lion, who faces opposition with strength and doesn't back down from a challenge. There is no looking back for you, it is time to stand your ground and look firmly forward. Your inner warrior also knows that we are often victims of our own thoughts, and it is time to think in powerful presence.

In gematria, the number seven holds significant meanings and associations across various traditions, particularly in Jewish mysticism and Kabbalistic teachings. Here are some key interpretations and associations:

1. Spiritual Perfection and Completion: The number seven is often seen as representing spiritual perfection and completion. This is rooted in the biblical creation narrative, where God created the world in six days and rested on the seventh, making the seventh day (Shabbat) holy.

2. Divine Order and Law: Seven symbolizes divine order and law. This is evident in the seven-branched Menorah, which is a symbol of light, wisdom, and divine guidance in the Jewish tradition.

3. Connection to the Divine: Seven represents the connection between the divine and the earthly. In Kabbalah, the seventh sephira on the Tree of Life is Netzach (Victory), which is associated with endurance and eternity.

4. Completion in Cycles: Seven often signifies the completion of cycles. This can be seen in various religious and mystical contexts, such as the seven days of the week, the seven-year agricultural cycle in the Torah (Shmita), and the seven heavens in Jewish cosmology.

5. Mystical and Hidden Knowledge: Seven is also linked to mystical and hidden knowledge. This can be seen in the seven levels of Torah interpretation (Pardes) and the seven layers of spiritual realms or consciousness in mystical traditions.

6. Protection and Blessings: In Jewish tradition, seven is considered a number of protection and blessings. For example, the seven blessings recited at a Jewish wedding (Sheva Brachot) and the seven circuits made around the groom by the bride (Hakafot) symbolize divine blessings and protection.

These associations show how the number seven is deeply embedded in the symbolic and mystical frameworks of gematria and other esoteric traditions.

Examining skunk symbolism

When looking at skunks as animal totems, spirit guides, and power animals. They emphasize uniqueness, intuitive insight, self-respect, confidence, and personal power, often linked to cleansing and defending boundaries.

Symbolic meanings

By exploring skunk symbolism, focusing on its unique traits, cleansing abilities, shadow balance, and lessons in trust, authenticity, and responsibility one should always consider their protective and cunning roles.

When it comes to animal totems, spirit guides, and power animals, the skunk is often seen as a multifaceted symbol with a rich array of qualities and lessons. Here are some of the key characteristics commonly attributed to the skunk in metaphysical and spiritual traditions:

1. Authenticity and Individuality:
   The skunk reminds us of the importance of embracing our uniqueness. Just as a skunk confidently navigates its world with a distinctive presence, its energy encourages you to celebrate your individuality and stand true to your inner self, even if it means standing apart from the crowd.

2. Boundaries and Self-Respect:
   Known for its potent defense mechanism, the skunk symbolizes the need to set healthy boundaries. It teaches that protecting your energy and personal space is not an act of aggression but rather a necessary measure for self-care and respect.

3. Transformation and Release:
   Much like the process of shedding an old layer to reveal something new, the skunk's symbolism is deeply tied to transformation. Its ability to “clear the air” – both literally and metaphorically – suggests that sometimes, releasing what no longer serves you is essential for personal growth and renewal.

4. Courage and Assertiveness:
   Despite its small size and the potential stigma attached to its scent, the skunk embodies boldness. It represents the courage to assert oneself in the face of fear or societal judgment, urging you to honor your inner power and express your truth without shame.

5. Intuition and Perceptiveness:
   As a creature that is highly aware of its surroundings, the skunk is also linked to heightened intuition. This energy can serve as a guide, encouraging you to trust your instincts and use your innate wisdom to navigate through challenging situations.

6. The Balance of Light and Shadow:
   The skunk’s dual nature—its beauty and its defense—reminds us that every aspect of ourselves holds value. This animal totem can be a guide in recognizing and integrating both your light and shadow aspects, leading to a more balanced and whole self.

In summary, the skunk as a spirit guide or power animal invites you to live authentically, protect your energy, and embrace transformation with courage and intuition. Its lessons remind us that sometimes, what appears unconventional or even misunderstood on the surface can be deeply empowering when we learn to see beyond societal judgments.

Feel free to integrate these ideas into your blog with your personal insights and experiences, creating a narrative that resonates with your unique perspective on animal totems and metaphysical symbolism.

Throwing the 7/ SEVEN OF WANDS card during a reading implies that:

• Within 7 days or 7 weeks, the querent will need to display personal valor to achieve success, as there will be opposition obstacles, difficulties, and quarreling; however, the querent will also have the courage to meet them.
• Victory is always possible if we have the courage and proper energy excised to meet ignorance, pretense, wrangling, and threat, face to face.
• The querent is exploring innovative ideas of self.
• The querent is standing completely on their own but knowing how to achieve victory over a conflict. 
• Depending on the dignity of the cards, ill or well, victory may just be in small and unimportant things and influence over a subordinate.
• Results may not yet be seen from the effort expended, slow down and await the results.
• A rough way to view this 7 of Wands-Valour (English spelling) Just grab your flaming club and charge! You'll succeed without dying, but you may bleed a little.

If ill defined by the surrounding cards or reversed, it implies:

• Indecisiveness.
• Ignorance.
• discrepancy between instinct and spirit.

• Gain and success in 7 weeks or 7 months, depending on the position of the Card.
• We have here, victory after strife caused by industriousness, energy expression, love and pleasure gained by labor.   
• There is also a suggestion of Victory gained by avoiding strife through actions of sociability and carefulness.

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