Tarot has been a part of Barbara Moore's personal and professional lives for nearly twenty years. Right from the start, tarot intrigued her with its marvelous blending of mythology, psychology, art, history, mystery, and magic. She has studied under...
Like all of the aces, the Ace of Wands is a gift or unexpected opportunity. The aces indicate a moment in time filled with fortuitous possibility. The power of the aces shows up in our lives when circumstances are just right for action. Acting quickly is the best way to take advantage of the aces, as these moments do not last long. If we don't take advantage of the opportunity, it passes us by. Aces are also seeds of great promise. Whatever is planted or initiated at this time has the potential for success.
Because this is a wands card, it contains the fiery energy of all the wands. This energy is manifested in several ways: passion, inspiration, courage, will, action, optimism. It is particularly suited for career-related activities and projects or plans of any sort. The Ace of Wands is the universe giving us a "thumb's up" sign. It tells us to "just do it"—act on that idea or accept that challenge.
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In the Universal Waite card, the image of the hand emerging from the cloud highlights the idea of a gift being given. The wand is alive, showing the potential for growth, the possibilities inherent in the gift. The cloud underlines the idea of a temporary moment: wait too long, and the circumstances will change.
Core meaning: An opportunity to take action.
In the Legacy card, the wand hovers above a pit of fire and earth. The mundane element of earth coupled with the energy of fire can yield amazing results. The wand is topped with jewels, showing the transformative potential.
In the Shadowscapes card, the foxes represent the importance of using your wit and cleverness to make the most of the opportunity at hand. The setting (or perhaps rising) of the sun hints at the transitory nature of this opportunity.
