Tarot Card Meanings
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NINE OF WANDS
“The nine of wands is about setbacks and getting knocked down, then standing up. It's about seeing something thru to the end, despite the setbacks..“
UPRIGHT KEYWORDS
Setbacks, defensiven, caution, unfinished business, keep going no matter what
REVERSED KEYWORDS
Closure, progress, success is near, completion
THE NINE OF WANDS TAROT CARD DESCRIPTION
A wary-looking man holds on to a wand with eight other upright wands behind him on the Nine of Wands card. The man is injured with a bandage on his head, and seems uncertain or nervous. He has yet another setback.
Attributes:
Symbolizes: Setbacks
Element: Fire
Represents: Another challenge that you’re not anticipating may hinder your progress.
Number : 9
Advice: This card tells you to keep going no matter what. Have persistence despite the setback and see it through to completion. Progress is being made, and success is near, but you don't see it. It signifies a time of tying up loose ends and wrapping up unfinished business.
What you should know: The nine of wands could indicate an old wound that still needs healing and closure is needed. The learning lesson for this card is to complete a goal, despite the odds.
Yes or No Card: Generally the Nine of Wands upright is a no. Reversed is a maybe.
General Nine of Wands upright meaning:
This card indicates that things aren’t quite finished yet and you have to get back in and work until it’s done. There may be obstacles or setbacks standing in your way, proceed with caution and do not let your guard down. However, despite these setbacks, the Nine of Wands encourages you to persevere and stick with it. Things may seem difficult now, but there is still unfinished business, before reaching completion. Progress is being made, and success is near.
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Upright Love Meaning |
Upright Career Meaning |
Upright Finances Meaning |
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Working at love, setbacks in romance |
Determined at work, Setback at work |
Financial pressure, financial setback, financial lessons |
Upright Nine of Wands Tarot Meaning: Love
This card suggests that there may be some setbacks in your relationship. You may need to work at love despite facing setbacks. This card symbolizes resilience and perseverance is required when faced with challenges. If you are single, there may be some setbacks in dating or in romance however, stick with it and don’t be discouraged.
Upright Nine of Wands Tarot Meaning: Career
This signifies a period of being determined at work despite facing setbacks. You may be feeling exhausted or overwhelmed by the constant challenges, but stay focused on your goals and not give up, even when things seem tough. These are temporary setbacks on the path to success.
Upright Nine of Wands Meaning : Finances
When the Nine of Wands appears in a financial reading, it signifies a period of financial pressure and challenges. Stay resilient to get thru these setbacks, it will pass. Learn from your lessons and be cautious with financial spending.
Reversed General Nine of Wands Tarot Meaning:
The reversed Nine of Wands in tarot is a powerful symbol of closure and completion. This card suggests that after facing challenges and setbacks, you are finally reaching the end of a difficult journey to the road of victory. Progress is being made, and success is near. It signifies a time of tying up loose ends and wrapping up unfinished business
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Reversed Love Meaning |
Reversed Career Meaning |
Reversed Finances Meaning |
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Progress in relationship, End of a challenging time, closure |
Project or goal completed, success at work |
Financial progress, financial reward, burdens have lifted |
Reversed Nine of Wands Tarot Meaning: Love
This card signifies progress in the relationship after a period of struggle. This card indicates that you have finally reached the end of a difficult time with your partner. Alternatively, it can mean closure at last and you can move forward. If your single, this card can indicate progress in your dating life or with a suitor.
Reversed Nine of Wands Tarot Meaning: Career
This card indicates that a project or goal has finally been completed. This card indicates success at work after facing challenges along the way. Despite setbacks and doubts, you have persevered and come out on top and on the road to victory.
Reversed Nine of Wands Meaning : Finances
This card indicates there’s financial progress. Any burdens you have been facing in your finances are beginning to lift, allowing you to move forward with a sense of ease and relief. You may start to see an increase in financial rewards or opportunities coming your way as a result.
Frequently asked questions
The 9 of Wands often appears when you’re exhausted but close to reaching your goal. It’s a card of inner strength, courage, and determination — reminding you that even if the journey has been difficult, you have what it takes to finish strong. It’s a sign to protect your progress, stay focused, and not give up now.
The 9 of Wands often appears when you’re exhausted but close to reaching your goal. It’s a card of inner strength, courage, and determination — reminding you that even if the journey has been difficult, you have what it takes to finish strong. It’s a sign to protect your progress, stay focused, and not give up now.
Yes, this card often signals that obstacles, resistance, or final tests may appear before success is achieved. It doesn’t predict failure — instead, it shows that persistence and vigilance are required. The 9 of Wands teaches that endurance and boundaries are key when you’re close to a breakthrough.
Yes, this card often signals that obstacles, resistance, or final tests may appear before success is achieved. It doesn’t predict failure — instead, it shows that persistence and vigilance are required. The 9 of Wands teaches that endurance and boundaries are key when you’re close to a breakthrough.
The 9 of Wands advises you to honor your resilience and trust your ability to overcome adversity. It encourages you to learn from past experiences without letting them harden you or close you off. This card often appears as a reminder that strength is built not by avoiding challenges, but by rising to meet them.
For the complete upright and reversed meanings of the 9 of Wands, visit the Tarot Card Meanings library on www.tarotmasterguide.com.
The 9 of Wands advises you to honor your resilience and trust your ability to overcome adversity. It encourages you to learn from past experiences without letting them harden you or close you off. This card often appears as a reminder that strength is built not by avoiding challenges, but by rising to meet them.
For the complete upright and reversed meanings of the 9 of Wands, visit the Tarot Card Meanings library on www.tarotmasterguide.com.