Page of Wands
Keywords & phrases
- Youthful passion & exuberance
- Lust for life
- Daring & bravery
- Sexual attraction
- Discovery of pleasure
- Energetic, independent & confident
- Intuitive
- Impulsive & naive
Page of Wands
Keywords & phrases
- Youthful passion & exuberance
- Lust for life
- Daring & bravery
- Sexual attraction
- Discovery of pleasure
- Energetic, independent & confident
- Intuitive
- Impulsive & naive
First impressions
Our first impression of the Page of Wands is his intent and curiosity…
What is happening in the card?
In the Page of Wands, we see a young man dressed in fine golden tunic and cloak embellished with salamanders. There is a feather in his hat.
He stands in what looks like a desert landscape, with three pyramids visible in the distance, and is gazing intently at the staff or Wand that he holds in his hands. It’s almost as if he is seeing for the first time.
How can we relate to this card?
The Pages signal good news or something new, something to wonder at… or about. With the Page of Wands, we see the spark of inspiration or passion in a new idea.
His appearance could represent exciting news that arouses great enthusiasm and precipitous action.
We experience this page’s energy when we feel the first frisson of sexual attraction or excitement in a new project. We embody this page or princess when we are raring to go and prepared to take on the world… even when we don’t quite reckon on the size of the thing we are taking on.
Elements, numbers, symbols & imagery
- Pages are of the element of Earth ? – the realm of physical and material wellbeing and security.
- Wands are of the element of Fire ? realm passion, creativity and inspiration
- Salamander – represents the spirit and the element of Fire
Emotions expressed
- Passion
- Curiosity
- Excitement
- Enthusiasm
- Daring
” Whatever you dream you can do, begin it. Boldness has genius, power and magic in it. Begin it now.”
~ Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
” I am always doing what I cannot do yet, in order to learn how to do it.”
~ Vincent Van Gogh
“I am the descendant of silenced women. I am their godchild, their reincarnation. I have centuries of quiet to make up for. I am their ashes… I have no choice but to catch fire. To reignite.”
~ Erin Van Vuren
Other associations
Tree of life:
*Pages reside in the 10th Sephira of Malchut – earth, kingdom, the real-world and the Olam of Assiyah – the world of action and human experience
Thoth:
Princess of Wands, Venus in an element of Fire
Golden Dawn title:
Princess of the Shining Flame, Rose of the Palace of Fire
Elemental association:
Earth of Fire
Astrological association:
Fire signs: Aries, Leo & Sagittarius
Major Arcana:
Associated with The Fool
*Tree of Life associations for the court cards differ depending on what system you go with.
Message & affirmations
Today, and every day, I step out into the world with passion and courage and I engage with an open heart and a curious mind. I am excited and inspired by all the possibilities that life offers me.
My personal experiences of this card
I go along with the idea of Pages, or Princesses, as different aspects of The Fool. They are the young and the curious characters of the Tarot deck.
And I have a particular love of the Princess of Wands as for me she is my daughter. Passionate, impulsive, full of fire… my little fire starter, who happens to be an Aries.
My absolute favourite of all is from the Thoth Tarot. She has a tiger by the tail – brave and a little naive – fearless. The image below also includes the ballsy and beautiful Princess of Wands from The Urban Tarot… The Girl with the Tiger Tattoo.
I also love her Golden Dawn name: Princess of the Shining Flame, The Rose of the Palace of Fire. It suggests so much potential ready to ignite and burn bright… This Girl is on Fire!
Events, situations & readings
In a relationship spread:
The page or princess in a love and relationships spread could suggest the initial spark of attraction.
In a work/career spread:
The Page of Wands suggests good news in this area of your life, perhaps a new beginning – a new job, project or assignment – and offers inspiration to ‘take the baton’ and run with it.
People & interaction with other cards
With the Ace of Wands the idea that something new and exciting is about to begin is amplified and Page urges you to grab any opportunity with confidence and enthusiasm.
The Page of Wands with other cards of the same suit, such as the 8 of Wands or the 3 of Wands, suggest that projects will move quickly in a favourable direction. The presence of some Pentacles alongside would offer a grounding influence and help to make ideas a reality.
Questions, prompts & insights
What excites you right now? What new project or connection is on the cards and how will you embrace it?
Do you feel the spark of passion? Do you feel inspired? Do you feel brave?
Is there a sparky young person in your life that needs some attention from you right now?
Featured decks:
Main image from The Rider Waite Tarot. Also featured images from Aleister Crowley’s Thoth Tarot and The Urban Tarot by Robin Scott.
Explore the Tarot deck with me
This is a work in progress, a project far from complete. I’m exploring traditional and personal meanings for the Tarot cards in a semi-orderly fashion. Please take a look by clicking on the cards below. Or you can pick a card to see what comes up for you today.
