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Nine of Wands
Card "Nine of Wands" Credit: Tarot Rider-Waite

IX Nine of Wands

The Nine of Wands means that the Universe may be providing the energy needed to overcome any obstacle at the moment. However, do not act impulsively. Whatever the situation, try to analyze it well, balance mind and body, intuition and action. You must have patience and wisdom to deal with the issue or the current moment, that way you will be able to deal with any adversity.

The card suggests courage and indicates that maintaining patience and perseverance are acts that will be rewarded, you just need to keep on the right path

A little more about Nine of Wands...

The Nine of Wands symbolizes the courage and strength we have to overcome life’s difficulties. It suggests that perseverance and patience are always rewarded. In the card, we see a man who appears to be on the defensive. And this is how you should act at the moment or on the current issue. Do not be impulsive, stop and think about what’s happening. The card says that you have what it takes to overcome obstacles.

The man holds a wooden stick and appears to be bruised and exhausted. Another 8 sticks form a protective barrier. He peers between the sticks to see what’s to come, holding out hope. The battles he has faced are coming to an end and his courage will be rewarded. However, he still has the strength to fight once more. Your determination is the guarantee to overcome the last challenge and achieve victory.