Ace of Wands
Keywords & phrases
- Creative spark
- New ideas and inspiration
- A new creative or business enterprise
- Sexual energy and drive
- A new sexual connection
Keywords & phrases
- Creative spark
- New ideas and inspiration
- A new creative or business enterprise
- Sexual energy and drive
- A new sexual connection
First impressions
A card full of dynamism and creative energy.
What is happening in the card?
The hand of God bursts from the heavens over a fertile landscape offering a Wand – the essence of the element of fire. This is the gift of an idea, the creative spark and joy of passion.
How can we relate to this card?
This is a wonderful card to draw if you are embarking on a new creative endeavour or career path.
The Ace of Wands offers divine inspiration. It is also steeped in sexual energy and more specifically, testosterone.
Elements, numbers, symbols & imagery
- Element of fire ? – passion, creativity and inspiration
- Ace – number 1, new beginnings
- Yods falling like leaves from heaven – the first letter of the unpronounceable name of God and symbolising the presence of the divine in the situation
- A fertile landscape suggestive of growth
- A river runs through introducing the element of water and emotions
- Castle on a hill suggestive of achievement
Emotions expressed
- Excitement
- Joy
- Love
- Desire
- Satisfaction
Other associations
Tree of life:
1st Sephira of Keter – crown, origin, divine will – in the realm of Atzilut – the world of emanation, Spirit and intuition.
Thoth:
Ace of Wands, Mars in Aries
Golden Dawn title:
Root of the Powers of Fire
Astrological associations:
Fire signs – *Aries, Leo & Sagittarius
Major Arcana:
Associated with The Magician I
*Aces are more often associated with the Cardinal signs of their element
Message & affirmations
Today, I show up in my life, my work and my relationships with passion and drive, with courage and compassion. I am open to all possibilities and ready, open and willing to accept all the gifts and guidance that flow to me from a higher source.
” I invoke the light of the spirit within, I am a clear and perfect channel, light is my guide.”
~ Invocation prayer
My personal experiences of this card
I love to see this card appear in a reading. Just the sight of it fills me with renewed energy and inspiration.
Events, situations & readings
In a relationship spread:
An exciting card to see in any spread relating to love, sex and passion. Suggestive of a new or renewed romantic adventure and sexual fulfilment.
In a personal/spiritual development spread:
As with all the Aces, the Ace of Wands is a spiritual card and may indicate entering into a new phase of self-discovery and growth.
In a career or business spread:
This inspirational and passionate card bodes well for new enterprises and ventures.
People & interaction with other cards
The Ace of Wands is the seed of a new idea or passion.
With Wands and Pentacles, it offers the energy and inspiration to push forward with creative projects and business plans.
When it appears Cups it is more likely to relate to relationships – love, passion and sex.
Questions, prompts & insights
What area of your life could benefit from and injection of energy and passion?
How can you open yourself to divine inspiration and passion?
How can you direct that passion positively in your life, love and work?
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