The Six of Wands is a victory parade. You've worked hard, and now people notice. It's the card of success, recognition and well-earned confidence.
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What's on the Six of Wands card
A man in a laurel wreath rides a white horse through a crowd. He holds a wand topped with another laurel wreath, while the people around him raise their wands and cheer.
- The laurel wreaths: victory and honor
- The white horse: strength and purity of purpose
- The cheering crowd: recognition and support from others
Six of Wands upright meaning
Upright, the Six of Wands brings good news: you win, pass, get the job or receive praise. Others see your efforts and celebrate with you. Let yourself enjoy it.
It's also a card of confidence. Walk tall, share your success and let it inspire the next step.
Six of Wands reversed meaning
Reversed, recognition may be missing, delayed or going to someone else. You may doubt yourself, or fear that success won't last. Sometimes it warns of pride before a fall.
Value your own achievements, even if no one else is clapping yet. Real confidence doesn't depend on the crowd.
Not every reader uses reversals. If you don't, read the upright meaning and let the cards around it show whether the energy is flowing or blocked.
Six of Wands in love
Upright: A happy, confident relationship, or winning someone's heart. Being proud of each other.
Reversed: Insecurity, feeling unappreciated or ego clashes.
Six of Wands in career and money
Upright: Promotion, awards, public recognition and a successful project.
Reversed: Lack of recognition, credit going elsewhere or a setback.
Six of Wands as feelings
As feelings, the Six of Wands shows someone who admires you and feels proud to be with you. Reversed, they may feel insecure or unappreciated.
Is Six of Wands a yes or no card?
Yes. The Six of Wands is a clear yes: success is coming. Reversed, it's a delayed or uncertain yes.
Six of Wands correspondences
Use these when you work with the card in spells, on your altar or in meditation. The element and zodiac sign follow the classic attributions used by most tarot readers; the crystals, herbs and colors are common modern pairings. Tap any of them to read more in The Witch's Cabinet.
| Element | Fire |
|---|---|
| Zodiac sign | Leo |
| Crystals | Sunstone Tiger's Eye |
| Herbs and incense | Bay Laurel Sunflower |
| Candle colors | Gold Candle Yellow Candle |
A Six of Wands Victory Wreath
For an exam, a competition, a job application or any goal you want to win.
You will need:
- A gold candle
- A few bay leaves and a small ring of wire or string
- A pen
Steps:
- Write your goal on one bay leaf.
- Tie all the bay leaves into a small wreath with the wire or string.
- Light the candle and place the wreath around its base.
- Say: Laurel of victory, crown my effort. I rise, I win, I shine.
- Keep the wreath on your altar until you've succeeded, then hang it as a reminder.
Never leave a burning candle unattended, and keep flames away from curtains, dried herbs and pets.
Six of Wands FAQs
What does the Six of Wands mean?
The Six of Wands means victory, recognition and success. Your efforts are noticed and celebrated.
Is the Six of Wands a yes or no?
It is a clear yes. Reversed, it is a delayed or uncertain yes.
What does the Six of Wands mean in love?
In love, it points to a proud, happy relationship or winning someone's heart. Reversed, it can mean insecurity.
What zodiac sign is the Six of Wands?
In the Golden Dawn system it belongs to the second decan of Leo, ruled by Jupiter.
Keep learning the tarot
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Cards that pair well with Six of Wands: Five of Wands, The Chariot.