The Four of Wands Tarot Card – A good Foundation or no Hope

An image of the Four of Wand

The Four of Wands Tarot card (as seen here) depicts a couple dancing in front of a castle. Over them is a welcome wreath bound in between four wands. The couple seems to be in the middle of a party or celebration being thrown for them.

The Upright Four of Wands Tarot Card

General Meanings


In general, the 4 of Wands is interpreted to mean celebration and a happy home. The number four represents stability and concrete foundations which can be linked to a time of balance and happiness.

Accepted symbolism says the time is right to gather with those closest to you.

It is also interpreted as a time that you are with friends or family for a holiday. Or that you should invite your best friends over for dinner and hearty conversation.

It is also widely accepted that you may be coming upon a huge milestone and a proposition for celebration.

The Upright Four of Wands Tarot Card in the Past Position

… in General

The Four of Wands in the general Past can mean that the time you’ve invested in your career or health are paying off even to this day. In essence, you’re reaping all the good that you have sown.

…when in a Relationship

The 4 of Wands love meaning may indicate that the effort you’ve put into this committed relationship is paying off and has laid a solid foundation for the relationship to stand on. The Four of Wands shows you that your hard work in your relationship has gone a long way to make it stable.

…when You are Single

In the Past Position when you’re single, the Four of Wands could be indicating that something may be building between you and a special friend. Beginning as friends first gives you a solid foundation in which a potential relationship can stand on.

The Upright Four of Wands Tarot Card in the Present Position

… in General

The 4 of Wands can mean that a work meeting or another sort of function you may be planning or on a planning committee for could turn out better than you would have ever expected.

… in a Relationship

When the Four of Wands is in the present position when you’re in a relationship, this is accepted to indicate that a celebration, an anniversary for example, is in the works but that there is a surprise coming for you. You’ll be amazed how an ordinary celebration becomes an extraordinary one.

… when Single

In the present position when single, the Four of Wands is accepted to mean that you are currently planning some sort of party or get-together.

It might have been a normal, every-day party any other time, but this time it will end up holding much more significance for you – perhaps you and the person you’re interested in hit it off?

The Upright Four of Wands Tarot Card in the Future Position

…in General

In the general future it can mean that something pleasantly surprising is ahead and will be happening before you know it. Possibly a promotion or a surprise celebration for a goal that you have achieved.

… in a Relationship

This card in the Future position when you’re in a relationship is believed to herald good news. It could be a potential engagement or a deeper commitment within the relationship, something that will last for a long time. The Four of Wands will not reveal exactly what it is, but it is accepted as being a happy surprise.

…when You are Single

The 4 of Wands love aspect could imply an upcoming relationship or some sort of other romantic or intimate engagement within the next few months that promises to be lasting.

The Four of Wands Reversed

An image of the Four Of Wands Reversed

The Four of Wands Reversed in the Past Position

… in General

The 4 of Wands reversed may mean that at a time when something good has happened to you and you’re expecting those closest to you to celebrate with you, no one seems to care or desires to support you. Possibly tension and unhappiness at work, with friends, or family.

… in a Relationship

The 4 of Wands reversed can mean that no matter what you did to try to stabilize or make the relationship work, its foundation remained weak and there is trouble still looming ahead. You tried, but it never seemed to be enough.

…when You are Single

Here the 4 of Wands reversed can mean that past relationship attempts were lacking and that they ultimately didn’t work out. They still haunt you to this day and make you feel less than worthy. You often wonder what you did wrong.

Four of Wands Reversed in the Present

…in General

The 4 of Wands reversed in this Position can hint to some sort of insecurity. It can open your eyes for inconsistencies in the foundation of a segment in your life.

…when You are in a Relationship

Your relationship to someone may not be as stable as it seems to be. Maybe it is the right time to communicate more openly and be well-disposed to each other.

…if You are Single

The 4 of Wands love aspect can imply that you are insecure and undervalue your possibilities for a good partnership. Just give it a try. If it doesn’t work out, it doesn’t have to be your fault. But if you keep hiding, no one will ever notice what a great person you are!

The Four of Wands Reversed in the Future Position

… in General

In the general future the 4 of Wands reversed can point out some clues for an upcoming breakup. Maybe it is time to change your job for the better. On a health basis you may want to do something to prevent the decline of your health or change it for the better.

… when You are in a Relationship

Maybe there is some sort of disharmony in your partnership which in the long run could lead to a breakup or divorce. It could be time for sacrifices to maintain your relationship when you pull the Four of Wands reversed.

… if You are Single

It could be that disappointments you experienced will prevent you from entering a new partnership with someone who might just be right for you.

The Four of Wands Tarot Card in a Reading

…with the Seven of Pentacles

This is accepted to mean enjoying rest and rewards after you have worked hard, like on a farm or any other sort of work or project.

…with the Emperor

This can indicate stability and that any preparations that you have made are ready to be built upon.

…with the Star

This combination could mean healing, rediscovering your happiness and purpose and and rebuilding your foundation.

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