4 of Wands

4 of Wands

The Four of Wands is adorned with a wedding bouquet, emblematic of a mastered passion and its initial achievements. Four wands cross each other in pairs. Their receptive branches interlock at the center, where their union creates new activity. The square at the heart of the card is animated by the red of passion, while the light blue of the spirit manifests at their intersections. In addition to the colors of the wands from previous cards, the bright white of purity is present, symbolizing an alliance grounded in stability. Two daffodils bloom at the north and south ends of the card. The feminine branch, at the top, bears a solar disc, while its masculine counterpart displays a crescent moon as a ring. Their petals exude blood and gold, symbols of vibrant and intelligent humanity. The primitive masks from the Two of Wands have transformed into a pair of canines: possibly foxes or wolves. The lateral branches maintain their openness with a new nuance: the receptive corollas have now burst in the middle, under the pressure of the red stems. There is no doubt, the center of gravity is at the heart of the card. Sober and reverent, the Arnolfini spouses solemnly consecrate the recent exchange of their vows... unless their love, immortalized by the painter, simply preceded the official marriage. According to "The Arnolfini Portrait," Jan van Eyck (1390 - 1441)

Synthesis

Type

Family

Element

Consciousness

Numerology

Phase

Minor

Wands

Fire

Passions

4 Stability

The plusses

Interpretation

The lessers

#Collective Celebration
#Community Harmony
#Shared Success
#Social Stability
#Recognized Achievements
#Shared Joy
#Family Balance
#Domestic Security

The Four of Wands embodies stability and celebration in the realms of creative action and our passions. This card signifies a moment when our creative efforts culminate in solid and enduring foundations. It invites us to celebrate our achievements and acknowledge our accomplishments. The Four of Wands highlights the importance of creating stable bases for our projects and aspirations, while also encouraging us to share the joy of our successes with those around us. In its positive aspect, this card urges us to celebrate victories, milestones, and moments of happiness. It encourages forming positive connections with our surroundings, sharing our success, and strengthening ties with those who support us. The Four of Wands also emphasizes that collective celebrations amplify individual joys. However, in its excessive form, the Four of Wands may indicate a tendency to rest on our laurels, to become complacent, or to neglect the need for continued growth. It warns against the risk of complacency and losing the creative momentum that has led to our successes. In the context of a reading, the Four of Wands can suggest a period of celebration, success, or the achievement of a key creative milestone. It is associated with moments of shared happiness, public recognition, and official rewards, such as a wedding or a honeymoon. This card encourages us to acknowledge our achievements, share our joy, and maintain a balance between celebration and the continued development of our passions.

#Family Tensions
#Social Instability
#Excessive Satisfaction
#Community Conflicts
#Collective Egocentrism
#Disruptions During Celebrations
#Unfair Competition