Description
Wands
Element: Fire
Themes: Action, passion, energy, ambition, inspiration, creativity
General Meaning:
Wands deal with movement, drive, and the force of will. They represent ideas taking form, personal projects, spiritual direction, and the pursuit of goals.
Modern Interpretation:
Often associated with career, purpose, or personal growth, Wands speak to how we direct our energy and what lights us up from within.
Cups
Element: Water
Themes: Emotions, relationships, intuition, healing, love
General Meaning:
Cups reflect the emotional and spiritual aspects of life. They deal with connection, creativity, vulnerability, and how we feel and relate to others.
Modern Interpretation:
Cups often show up in matters of the heart; love, friendship, emotional fulfillment, and psychic sensitivity. They also guide inner emotional awareness.
Swords
Element: Air
Themes: Intellect, truth, communication, conflict, justice
General Meaning:
Swords represent the mind and how we think, speak, and reason. They often appear during times of decision-making, moral dilemmas, or mental challenges.
Modern Interpretation:
Swords may indicate both clarity and conflict. They help cut through confusion, but can also warn of tension, harsh truths, or overthinking.
Pentacles (also called Coins or Disks)
Element: Earth
Themes: Material matters, work, health, home, finances, stability
General Meaning:
Pentacles focus on the physical and practical side of life. They speak to how we build, grow, and sustain things in the real world.
Modern Interpretation:
This suit often relates to career, money, health, security, and long-term investments. It encourages groundedness and steady progress.