Wands
Next to other cards of its own suit, the Five of Wands grows stronger: the theme of energy and action sounds especially loud and the situation develops in one direction.
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Five of Wands: Combinations with Other Tarot Cards
In combinations, the Five of Wands adds rivalry, arguments and commotion. It shows a conflict of interests that can be either healthy competition or a waste of energy.
- competition
- arguments
- rivalry
- chaos
- differing opinions
- Element
- Fire
- Suit
- Wands
- Pairs with the Major Arcana
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Five of Wands combined with the suits
How Five of Wands affects neighboring cards of each suit, following the rule of elemental dignities (more in the “Elements” section).
Cups
Fire and Water are opposing elements. Next to the Cups, the Five of Wands weakens: the theme of energy and action comes into conflict with the theme of feelings and relationships.
Swords
Fire and Air are friendly elements. Next to the Swords, the Five of Wands gains support: the theme of energy and action is complemented by the theme of thoughts and decisions.
Pentacles
Fire and Earth are neutral elements. Next to the Pentacles, the Five of Wands keeps its meaning, and the neighboring cards show how it will play out in the area of money and practical matters.
Five of Wands and the Major Arcana
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Five of Wands + The Fool
Inexperience in an argument, a conflict caused by carelessness.
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Five of Wands + The Magician
Competition in which the most skillful wins.
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Five of Wands + The High Priestess
Hidden rivalry, behind-the-scenes struggle.
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Five of Wands + The Empress
Arguments in the family, jealousy between loved ones.
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Five of Wands + The Emperor
Conflict with management, a power struggle.
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Five of Wands + The Hierophant
Disputes over principles, a clash with traditions.
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Five of Wands + The Lovers
Rivalry in love, competing for a partner’s attention.
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Five of Wands + The Chariot
A fight for first place, fierce competition.
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Five of Wands + Strength
The ability to handle arguments without losing your composure.
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Five of Wands + The Hermit
Avoiding conflicts, unwillingness to join the fight.
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Five of Wands + Wheel of Fortune
Changes that intensify competition.
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Five of Wands + Justice
Legal disputes, a fight for justice.
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Five of Wands + The Hanged Man
A drawn-out conflict with no result.
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Five of Wands + Death
The end of the struggle, the conflict resolved.
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Five of Wands + Temperance
Reconciliation after arguments, looking for a compromise.
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Five of Wands + The Devil
Aggressive competition, a dirty fight.
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Five of Wands + The Tower
The conflict escalates into an open crisis.
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Five of Wands + The Star
Healthy competition that inspires you to grow.
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Five of Wands + The Moon
A conflict rooted in misunderstanding, rumors, deception.
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Five of Wands + The Sun
Winning the competition; the arguments end in success.
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Five of Wands + Judgement
Old conflicts returning, disputes reopened.
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Five of Wands + The World
The end of rivalry, victory in the struggle.
Five of Wands and the Minor Arcana
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Five of Wands + Six of Wands
Victory over the competition.
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Five of Wands + Seven of Wands
You will have to stand your ground.
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Five of Wands + Five of Swords
A drawn-out conflict.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the combination of Five of Wands and The Lovers mean?
Rivalry in love, competing for a partner’s attention.
What does the combination of Five of Wands and Death mean?
The end of the struggle, the conflict resolved.
What does the combination of Five of Wands and The Sun mean?
Winning the competition; the arguments end in success.
How does Five of Wands behave next to other cards?
In combinations, the Five of Wands adds rivalry, arguments and commotion. It shows a conflict of interests that can be either healthy competition or a waste of energy.