Minor Arcana · 10
Ten of Wands
權杖十
Upright Meaning
The Ten of Wands shows a person struggling to carry ten wands, bent over with the heavy load. This card represents being overburdened, taking on too many responsibilities, and feeling weighed down by obligations. Success has come, but at a cost. It suggests the need to delegate, prioritize, or lighten your load. You may be working too hard or taking on more than you can handle.
Reversed Meaning
When reversed, the Ten of Wands suggests releasing burdens, delegating responsibilities, or refusing to take on more than you can handle. It may indicate the end of a period of hard work, or learning to say no. Sometimes it warns of burnout or the collapse from carrying too much.
Love Meaning
In love readings, the Ten of Wands suggests that responsibilities or stress may be affecting the relationship. One partner may be carrying too much weight. It advises sharing burdens and not letting external pressures damage the partnership.
Is Ten of Wands a Yes or No?
"The Ten of Wands says MAYBE—success is possible but the burden may be overwhelming."
NO
Relationship questions
MAYBE
Work & finance
YES
When card is inverted
Frequently Asked Questions
The Ten of Wands shows a person struggling to carry ten wands, bent over with the heavy load. This card represents being overburdened, taking on too many responsibilities, and feeling weighed down by obligations. Success has come, but at a cost. It suggests the need to delegate, prioritize, or lighten your load. You may be working too hard or taking on more than you can handle.
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