The essential meanings of this Minor Arcana card from the Rider-Waite-Smith deck.

Upright: The Four of Wands upright signifies celebration, stability, and homecoming. It's often associated with milestones like weddings, graduations, or achievements that bring people together in joy. This card indicates a period of harmony and a firm foundation built in your work or relationships. Upright, it encourages you to take time to celebrate your successes and enjoy the community and support around you. It's a very positive sign for creating a happy home or team environment.

Reversed: The Four of Wands reversed can suggest that the joy or stability is there, but perhaps behind closed doors or delayed. It might indicate conflicts at home or a celebration put on hold. Sometimes it means you're seeking a sense of belonging and haven’t found it yet. The reversed card urges you to address any underlying tensions that are preventing full happiness. It might also be a nudge to appreciate small wins privately even if a big public celebration isn't possible right now, and work on strengthening the foundations before expecting external recognition.

Three Possibilities

The secrets of this card for heart, mind and soul.

Love: Celebration, union, and harmony—this card is a joyous omen for love. It often signifies engagements, weddings, or a relationship reaching a stable stage. Love is thriving, and the foundation is strong.

Career: Recognition and success are here. This card indicates a career milestone, a completed project, or a well-earned victory. Stability and teamwork have brought you to this achievement—celebrate it.

Spirituality: You have reached a place of inner peace and balance. Gratitude, community, and honouring the present moment are key. Celebrate how far you’ve come.