A laurelled horseman bears one staff adorned with a laurel crown;
footmen with staves are at his side. Divinatory Meanings: The card
has been so designed that it can cover several significations; on the
surface, it is a victor triumphing, but it is also
great news, such as might be carried in state by the King's
courier; it is expectation crowned with its own desire, the
crown of hope, and so forth. Reversed: Apprehension, fear, as
of a victorious enemy at the gate; treachery, disloyalty, as of gates
being opened to the enemy; also indefinite delay.--A.E.
Waite
The 6 of Wands is the day-to-day, Minor Arcana counterpart of the
Chariot. Both of these cards represent moments of victory and
triumph. Sometimes in life, all we want to do is win - to be
number one. You can see it in the faces of athletes, politicans, Miss
America contestants. It's all been worthwhile! I'm the best! I've
won!
In readings, the 6 of Wands tends to appear when you have been
working hard toward a goal. It shows that success is yours ...
and recognition. You will receive the acclaim, honor and
reward that you deserve. Of course, winning doesn't always involve
beating others. You can also triumph over yourself, your environment,
or the odds.
Winning is the ego's idea of heaven. The ego loves to be on top,
admired and adored, but unfortunately, this can lead to excess pride.
... There is a fine line between healthy self-esteem and
arrogance.--Joan Bunning
This is a card of victory, and six proud imps have all piled
on top of one horse to announce their success to the world. The first
five Imp cards have revealed the ups and downs of any creative
endeavor, but the Six of Imps shows a stronger, more meaningful
victory--that of a much-tested, much-earned success. You don't
have to literally get back in the saddle to enjoy the glowing sense
of self-worth that comes from a job well done, but it might be
fun.--Karin Lee
The battle has been fought and now the triumph can be savored.
The heat of aggression still permeates the landscape, but flowers
bloom from the dry ground. ... [W]isdom tames aggression.--Jean
Huets
In the Golden Dawn system the card bears the title 'Victory',
and we see, in fact, a victory parade, the hero crowned with a wreath
and surrounded by his followers. However, he has not yet reached his
destination. He is assuming victory. Optimism produces the
very success it desires and expects.
Often, though certainly not always, it requires only a true belief in
ourselves to find the energy to accomplish what we want. More, such
belief will inspire others to follow us. Sixes deal with
communication and gifts. Here it is the Fire belief in life that
Wands give to the people around them.--Rachel Pollack
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