Tarot Card Meaning Dictionary · Wands
Three of Wands Three of Wands
The Three of Wands belongs to the Wands among the 78 Rider-Waite tarot cards. Suit of Fire — passion, action, and drive If you drew this card while dealing with that kind of flow, use the meanings below as a reference.
The Symbolism on This Card
A figure stands on a hill, watching ships sail away over the sea. The three wands represent projects already set in motion, and the wide-open sea represents the possibility of expansion. It's a scene just before fruition, waiting for the ships to return.
Upright Meaning
Keywords: Expansion · Smooth sailing · Awaiting results
A card of ships you've launched now underway. What you've prepared is gaining momentum, so don't grow impatient — keep preparing your next expansion while you wait, and the news will arrive.
Reversed Meaning
Keywords: Delayed progress · Plans hitting a snag
The results you expect may be delayed, or a small hitch may appear in your plans. Build in some slack and have a backup ready, and you won't be thrown off.
Interpretation by Topic
Love A relationship you've worked at is slowly ripening. A trusting, patient attitude becomes your charm.
Money The fruit of something invested or sown earlier is approaching. Don't get shaken mid-way and pull it back.
Work Something in progress is sailing smoothly. Sketch out the next stage in advance so you don't miss the opportunity.
Tarot card readings are reference and entertainment content based on traditional symbolism, and do not predict actual future events.