# 🎴 Tarot Poems by The Gifted and Talented Amethyst

**URL:** <https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poems-by-the-gifted-and-talented-amethyst/5690>\
**Category:** Witchy Wisdom\
**Tags:** tarot, divination\
**Created:** [December 7, 2020, 2:47pm UTC](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poems-by-the-gifted-and-talented-amethyst/5690 "2020-12-07T14:47:45Z")\
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> _From @praecog29_ : Amethyst gave me permission to combine all of her tarot poems into one place. Links have been added so we can engage with her and the poems in their separate threads. Thank you, @Amethyst, for being a true Heart of the Forum.

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## Quick links:

- [Major Arcana](#heading--major-arcana)
- Minor Arcana  
[Cups](#heading--minor-arcana-cups)  
[Pentacles](#heading--minor-arcana-pentacles)  
[Swords](#heading--minor-arcana-swords)  
[Wands](#heading--minor-arcana-wands)

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> **0. The Fool**
>
> **Upright:**  
> Innocence, fresh starts.  
> The creative odyssey.  
> Lighthearted folly.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> Reckless carelessness.  
> The Desperate idiot.  
> Vane. Lack of control.
> 
> – [0. The Fool](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poem-0-the-fool/4053)

> **1. The Magician**
>
> **Upright:**  
> Action, leadership.  
> Creativity, success.  
> Skills, new beginnings.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> Swagger. The Trickster.  
> Charming manipulator.  
> Deceit. It’s all for show.
> 
> – [1. The Magician](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poem-1-the-magician/4196)

> **2. The High Priestess**
>
> **Upright:**  
> Privacy, wisdom  
> Confidentiality  
> Spiritual journey
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> Choosing the wrong path,  
> Secrets out in the open,  
> Intuition gone.
> 
> – [2. The High Priestess](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poems-2-the-high-priestess/4410)

> **3. The Empress**
>
> **Upright:**  
> Ultimate Mother.  
> Creative nature Herself.  
> Family, abundance.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> Cold. Domestic strife.  
> Controlling and disruptive.  
> No satisfaction.
> 
> – [3. The Empress](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poem-3-the-empress/4501)

> **4. The Emperor**
>
> **Upright:**  
> A Father Figure.  
> Control and security.  
> Powerful leader.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> Megalomaniac.  
> Power-hungry, excessive.  
> Immature and cruel.
> 
> – [4. The Emperor](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poem-4-the-emperor/4618)

> **5. The Hierophant**
>
> **Upright:**  
> Of heaven and earth.  
> Tradition. Education.  
> Your moral compass.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> Misleading leader.  
> A moral repercussion.  
> Terrible teacher.
> 
> – [5. The Hierophant](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poem-5-the-hierophant/4789)

> **6. The Lovers**
>
> **Upright:**  
> Choices and healing.  
> Harmony, relationships.  
> Communication.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> Fear of commitment.  
> Separation and anger.  
> Misaligned values.
> 
> – [6. The Lovers](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poem-6-the-lovers/4911)

> **7. The Chariot**
>
> **Upright:**  
> Determination.  
> Travel in new directions.  
> Success, harmony.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> Spoiled and arrogant.  
> Spiraling out of control.  
> Travel plans delayed.
> 
> – [7. The Chariot](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poem-7-the-chariot/5147)

> **8. Strength**
>
> **Upright:**  
> Courage, patience, strength  
> Turning to the higher-self  
> Control, sensitivity.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> Weakness of will, discord.  
> Lack of faith and awareness.  
> Avoidance of risk.
> 
> – [8. Strength](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poem-8-strength/5314)

> **9. The Hermit**
>
> **Upright:**  
> Enjoy solitude.  
> Guide, the teacher will appear.  
> Heal, self, and others.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> Lonely, no support.  
> Stubbornness, victim, martyr.  
> Unfriended, ghosted.
> 
> – [9. The Hermit](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poem-9-the-hermit/5446)

> **10. The Wheel of Fortune**
>
> **Upright:**  
> Intuition, fate,  
> Anything is possible  
> Positive changes.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> A run of bad luck.  
> Shows a lack of confidence.  
> Closure, the Wheel turns.
> 
> – [10. The Wheel of Fortune](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poem-10-the-wheel-of-fortune/5555)

> **11. Justice**
>
> **Upright:**  
> Objectivity.  
> Balance through fairness of law.  
> Order over chaos.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> Mind out of balance.  
> Miscarriages of justice.  
> The Truth disabled.
> 
> – [11. Justice](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poem-11-justice/5675)

> **12. The Hanged Man**
>
> **Upright:**  
> Enlightenment, rewards.  
> Wait patiently for knowledge.  
> The time to evolve.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> Waste. Ridged thinking.  
> Martyrdom and selfishness.  
> Hanging onto dreams.
> 
> – [12. The Hanged Man](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poem-12-the-hanged-man/5743)

> **13. Death**
>
> **Upright:**  
> Transformation, growth.  
> Let go of what you don’t need.  
> End and beginning.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> Sudden and Shocking.  
> Anxiety, stress, quarrels.  
> No way out but through.
> 
> – [13. Death](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poem-13-death/5913)

> **14. Temperance**
>
> **Upright:**  
> A balancing act.  
> Temper your thought processes.  
> Blend, moderation.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> A struggling with change.  
> An unfair relationship.  
> Feel like your held back.
> 
> – [14. Temperance](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poem-14-temperance/6039)

> **15. The Devil**
>
> **Upright:**  
> Avarice and greed.  
> Desperate situations.  
> Reaching and clutching.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> A search for the light.  
> It’s becoming more hopeful.  
> Now the chains are lax.
> 
> – [15. The Devil](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poem-15-the-devil/6143)

> **16. The Tower**
>
> **Upright:**  
> Sudden destruction.  
> Collapse and enlightenment.  
> Surrender power.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> Instability.  
> Blame when you should be blameless.  
> Clinging to the past.
> 
> – [16. The Tower](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poem-16-the-tower/6350)

> **17. The Star**
>
> **Upright:**  
> Creativity.  
> Hope, inspiration, guidance.  
> Change for the better.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> Struck with writer’s block.  
> Bewitched by a fantasy.  
> Feeling you’re alone.
> 
> – [17. The Star](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poem-17-the-star/6359)

> **18. The Moon**
>
> **Upright:**  
> Illusion, visions.  
> Crisis of faith. Vulnerable.  
> Deep dive, examine.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> Your needs not expressed.  
> An old trauma is ignored.  
> Coping with the past.
> 
> – [18. The Moon](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poem-18-the-moon/6451)

> **19. The Sun**
>
> **Upright:**  
> Success, achievement.  
> Happiness, life will improve.  
> Friends who make you smile.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> Setbacks and delays.  
> Trust that the sun will come out.  
> Temporary blues.
> 
> – [19. The Sun](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poem-19-the-sun/6615)

> **20. Judgement**
>
> **Upright:**  
> Rejuvenation.  
> A letting go of the past.  
> Rebirth, great changes.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> Locked in old patterns.  
> Refusing to learn lessons.  
> Feeling trapped, delays.
> 
> – [20. Judgement](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poem-20-judgement/6891)

> **21. The World**
>
> **Upright:**  
> Success, completion.  
> Joy, reward for your efforts.  
> Manifestation.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> Blocks, and holding back.  
> Do you deserve successes?  
> You’ll get there. Keep faith.
> 
> – [21. The World](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poem-21-the-world/7127)

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> **The Ace of Cups**
>
> **Upright:**  
> First bloom of true love.  
> Nurturing relationships.  
> Protecting kindness.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> insecurity.  
> Doubting your relationship.  
> Following your heart.
> 
> – [The Ace of Cups](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poems-the-ace-of-cups/7324)

> **The Two of Cups**
>
> **Upright:**  
> Love and partnerships.  
> Harmony, friendship, caring.  
> People connections.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> Relationship stresses.  
> Life is getting in the way.  
> Love needs rekindling.
> 
> – [The Two of Cups](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poems-the-two-of-cups/7580)

> **The Three of Cups**
>
> **Upright:**  
> Life celebrations.  
> Indulgences and rewards.  
> Creativity.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> Overindulgence.  
> A fragile relationship.  
> Romance becomes skewed.
> 
> – [The Three of Cups](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poems-the-three-of-cups/7778)

> **The Four of Cups**
>
> **Upright:**  
> Boredom, tiredness.  
> Disillusionment, fatigue.  
> Will I ever love?
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> Dissatisfaction.  
> Malaise in general life.  
> Waiting in limbo.
> 
> – [The Four of Cups](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poems-the-four-of-cups/7948)

> **The Five of Cups**
>
> **Upright:**  
> Leave-taking, sorrow.  
> Moving away for the short term.  
> Upsets and losses.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> Let go of the past.  
> Finally getting stronger.  
> Close to recover.
> 
> – [The Five of Cups](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poems-the-five-of-cups/8166)

> **The Six of Cups**
>
> **Upright:**  
> Childhood memories.  
> Loyalty, nostalgia, love.  
> Good thing from the past.
> 
> **Reversal:**  
> Stuck in the far past.  
> Need to move on from old hurts.  
> Melancholy blues.
> 
> – [The Six of Cups](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poems-the-six-of-cups/8330)

> **The Seven of Cups**
>
> **Upright:**  
> Opportunities.  
> Potential choices, futures.  
> Daydreams and visions.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> Extreme emotions.  
> Deceived by appearance.  
> Your head in the clouds.
> 
> – [The Seven of Cups](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poems-the-seven-of-cups/8618)

> **The Eight of Cups**
>
> **Upright:**  
> Leave-taking, changes.  
> Stagnation, boredom, fatigue.  
> Something is missing.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> Clinging to the past.  
> Staying too long in one place.  
> Someone is leaving.
> 
> – [The Eight of Cups](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poems-the-eight-of-cups/8792)

> **The Nine of Cups**
>
> **Upright:**  
> Known as the wish card.  
> All of your dreams have come true.  
> Joy and happiness.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> Smugness and ego.  
> Short-term gain, narcissism.  
> Misunderstandings.
> 
> – [The Nine of Cups](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poem-the-nine-of-cups/8991)

> **The Ten of Cups**
>
> **Upright:**  
> Happy Families.  
> Achievement, life goals, level up.  
> Joy, peace, contentment.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> Keeping appearances.  
> A disruption in routine.  
> Brief problem but good.
> 
> – [The Ten of Cups](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poem-the-ten-of-cups/9200)

> **The Page of Cups**
>
> **Upright:**  
> Messages of love.  
> Good company and good fun.  
> Improving projects.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> Irresponsible.  
> Intoxication, partying.  
> Seeking attention.
> 
> – [The Page of Cups](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poems-the-page-of-cups/9466)

> **The Knight of Cups**
>
> **Upright:**  
> Proposals of love.  
> Sweet things whispering in ear.  
> A true romantic.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> A disappointment.  
> A Sad manipulation.  
> Players gonna play.
> 
> – [The Knight of Cups](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poems-the-knight-of-cups/9700)

> **The Queen of Cups**
>
> **Upright:**  
> Love in abundance.  
> Nurturing, compassionate.  
> Stable boundaries.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> The Smother Mother.  
> Jealousy, unfaithfulness.  
> A drain on those near.
> 
> – [The Queen of Cups](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poems-the-queen-of-cups/9956)

> **The King of Cups**
>
> **Upright:**  
> Charming gentleman.  
> Following intuition.  
> Charisma, feelings.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> Secretive, ashamed.  
> Emotional vulnerable.  
> Addiction issue.
> 
> – [The King of Cups](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poems-the-king-of-cups/10148)

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> **The Ace of Pentacles**
>
> **Upright:**  
> New prosperity.  
> You can have what you desire.  
> Wealth being offered.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> Misery and greed.  
> Financial mismanagement.  
> Selfishness, reaching.
> 
> – [The Ace of Pentacles](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poems-the-ace-of-pentacles/10360)

> **The Two of Pentacles**
>
> **Upright:**  
> Managing money.  
> Making of a decision.  
> Find a good balance.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> Ego, an unfair boss.  
> Irresponsible spending.  
> Gambling, recklessness.
> 
> – [The Two of Pentacles](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poems-the-two-of-pentacles/10636)

> **The Three of Pentacles**
>
> **Upright:**  
> The Master Craftsman.  
> Self-starters with ambition.  
> Let your talents shine.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> Laziness, tired.  
> Push through to get the work done.  
> Improper planning.
> 
> – [The Three of Pentacles](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poem-the-three-of-pentacles/10851)

> **The Four of Pentacles**
>
> **Upright:**  
> Holding to money  
> Financial stability.  
> The hard work pays off.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> Never have enough.  
> Grasping, reaching, and clutching.  
> Self-centered and smug.
> 
> – [The Four of Pentacles](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poem-the-four-of-pentacles/11069)

> **The Five of Pentacles**
>
> **Upright:**  
> Financial losses.  
> Finding support from others.  
> Fear of poverty.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> Fear of change, hoarding.  
> Examining your values.  
> Selfish behavior.
> 
> – [The Five of Pentacles](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poem-the-five-of-pentacles/11300)

> **The Six of Pentacles**
>
> **Upright:**  
> Generosity.  
> Circumstances will improve.  
> A gift from my friends.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> Watch what you’re spending.  
> The money with strings attached.  
> Lost or stolen cash.
> 
> – [The Six of Pentacles](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poems-the-six-of-pentacles/11516)

> **The Seven of Pentacles**
>
> **Upright:**  
> Nurturing and work.  
> The potential for success.  
> The end goal in sight.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> Procrastination.  
> Anxiety with money.  
> Think of a new job.
> 
> – [The Seven of Pentacles](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poem-the-seven-of-pentacles/11727)

> **The Eight of Pentacles**
>
> **Upright:**  
> Practice makes perfect.  
> Taking things seriously.  
> An education.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> Job only for cash.  
> Feeling of being trapped.  
> Cycle at an end.
> 
> – [The Eight of Pentacles](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poem-the-eight-of-pentacles/11904)

> **The Nine of Pentacles**
>
> **Upright** :  
> Safe in familiar.  
> Appreciate all you have.  
> Fruits of your labor.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> The ego at large.  
> Overspending needs control.  
> Struggling with debtors.
> 
> – [The Nine of Pentacles](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poem-the-nine-of-pentacles/12142)

> **The Ten of Pentacles**
>
> **Upright:**  
> Generosity.  
> A love that brings happiness.  
> Family support.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> Conflicts over cash.  
> Boomers versus the youngsters.  
> Control the purse strings.
> 
> – [The Ten of Pentacles](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poems-the-ten-of-pentacles/12409)

> **The Page of Pentacles**
>
> **Upright:**  
> Good news and travel.  
> Opportunities beckon.  
> Talents, achievements.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> A selfish action.  
> A sense of entitlement.  
> Irresponsible.
> 
> – [The Page of Pentacles](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poem-the-page-of-pentacles/12610)

> **The Knight of Pentacles**
>
> **Upright:**  
> Hard work grows money.  
> Good details ensure progress.  
> Finding home secure.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> Misleading advice.  
> Secretive, clutching, greedy.  
> Stubborn and plodding.
> 
> – [The Knight of Pentacles](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poems-the-knight-of-penacles/12885)

> **The Queen of Pentacles**
>
> **Upright:**  
> Earthiness, grounding.  
> A reliable woman.  
> Health, fertility.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> Financial mishaps.  
> An emotional spender.  
> Buying people’s love.
> 
> – [The Queen of Pentacles](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poems-the-queen-of-pentacles/13158)

> **The King of Pentacles**
>
> **Upright:**  
> A generous man.  
> The King will work for rewards.  
> Success and comfort.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> The untrustworthy.  
> In debt and overspending.  
> Gambling, corruption.
> 
> – [The King of Pentacles](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poems-the-king-of-pentacles/13500)

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> **The Ace of Swords**
>
> **Upright:**  
> Winning! Victory!  
> New beginnings, clear thinking.  
> Mind agility.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> A battle of wills.  
> A lack of intelligence.  
> Not holding your ground.
> 
> – [The Ace of Swords](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poems-the-ace-of-swords/13772)

> **The Two of Swords**
>
> **Upright:**  
> Stalemate. Time to think.  
> A truce before crossing swords.  
> Precarious balance.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> A time of action.  
> Blind to the situation.  
> Manipulation.
> 
> – [The Two of Swords](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poem-the-two-of-swords/14039)

> **The Three of Swords**
>
> **Upright:**  
> Heartbreak and despair.  
> Disloyalty. Face the truth.  
> Sorrow, loss, endings.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> Drama, arguments.  
> Sadly, more of the same thing.  
> Take care of your heart.
> 
> – [The Three of Swords](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poem-the-three-of-swords/14188)

> **The Four of Swords**
>
> **Upright:**  
> A time to rest. Quiet.  
> To conserve your energies.  
> Return to basics.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> Illness. Enforced rest.  
> To surrender to events.  
> Find your inner peace.
> 
> – [The Four of Swords](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poem-the-four-of-swords/14443)

> **The Five of Swords**
>
> **Upright:**  
> Tension and conflict.  
> The agony of defeat.  
> Being a good sport.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> An unneeded fight.  
> Drama, bullying, ego.  
> Selfish agendas.
> 
> – [The Five of Swords](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poem-the-five-of-swords/14701)

> **The Six of Swords**
>
> **Upright:**  
> Now moving forward.  
> Distancing from all drama.  
> A break to travel.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> A need to escape.  
> To stay focused and grounded.  
> Check your intentions.
> 
> – [The Six of Swords](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poem-the-six-of-swords/15002)

> **The Seven of Swords**
>
> **Upright:**  
> Theft, dishonesty.  
> Smugness and deviousness.  
> Discover the truth.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> Do not surrender.  
> It’s now time to take a stand.  
> Beware of thieves.
> 
> – [The Seven of Swords](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poem-the-seven-of-swords/15278)

> **The Eight of Swords**
>
> **Upright:**  
> Bondage. Restriction.  
> Being blind to the problem.  
> Trapped and anxious.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> Frustration and guilt.  
> A lashing out at others.  
> Now, this too shall pass.
> 
> – [The Eight of Swords](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poem-the-eight-of-swords/15583)

> **The Nine of Swords**
>
> **Upright:**  
> Nightmares and bad nerves.  
> Anguish. Wake up worrying.  
> Mental health issues.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> Despair, guilt, trapped.  
> The darkest part of the night.  
> Then the Wheel will turn
> 
> – [The Nine of Swords](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poem-the-nine-of-swords/15855)

> **The Ten of Swords**
>
> **Upright:**  
> No, it is that bad.  
> An inevitable change.  
> End of an era.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> Examine your past.  
> Endings and repercussions.  
> Now, pick yourself up.
> 
> – [The Ten of Swords](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poem-the-ten-of-swords/16078)

> **The Page of Swords**
>
> **Upright:**  
> Your hard work pays off.  
> Time to observe, be alert.  
> Cleverness, contracts.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> Manipulation.  
> Gossip and misconception.  
> Need for attention.
> 
> – [The Page of Swords](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poems-the-page-of-swords/16309)

> **The Knight of Swords**
>
> **Upright:**  
> Tempestuous times.  
> Roller coaster of drama.  
> Disputes and tension.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> Thriving on drama.  
> Let down by the steadfast one.  
> Big head, little mind.
> 
> – [The Knight of Swords](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poem-the-knight-of-swords/16625)

> **The Queen of Swords**
>
> **Upright:**  
> A woman in charge.  
> Ambitious, single-minded.  
> Strength in conflict’s face.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> A bad behavior.  
> Unreasonable demands.  
> A bitter woman.
> 
> – [The Queen of Swords](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poem-the-queen-of-swords/16826)

> **The King of Swords**
>
> **Upright:**  
> Focus on the mind.  
> Logical and ambitious.  
> Take charge commander.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> Mind games and pressure.  
> Feeling oppressed and unheard.  
> A pig-headed man.
> 
> – [The King of Swords](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poem-the-king-of-swords/17067)

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## 

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> **The Ace of Wands**
>
> **Upright:**  
> New beginnings, work.  
> A flash of inspiration.  
> Travel, adventure.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> Projects abandoned.  
> Writer’s block, travel delays.  
> A workaholic.
> 
> – [The Ace of Wands](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poem-the-ace-of-wands/17267)

> **The Two of Wands**
>
> **Upright:**  
> Partnerships, offers.  
> New plans and proving your worth.  
> Two sides of a tale.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> Skills, talents, wasted.  
> Need for understanding friends.  
> Unreliable.
> 
> – [The Two of Wands](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poem-the-two-of-wands/17490)

> **The Three of Wands**
>
> **Upright:**  
> Ships are coming in.  
> Successful relationships.  
> Making time for friends.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> Difficult progress.  
> Communication problems.  
> Few minor glitches.
> 
> – [The Three of Wands](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poem-the-three-of-wands/17698)

> **The Four of Wands**
>
> **Upright:**  
> Happiness, rewards.  
> To share your light with others.  
> A firm foundation.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> Mild irritations.  
> Should focus on what you love.  
> And this too shall pass.
> 
> – [The Four of Wands](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poem-the-four-of-wands/17927)

> **The Five of Wands**
>
> **Upright:**  
> A competition.  
> Surrounded, strong opinions.  
> Debates. Stand your ground.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> Misinformation.  
> An ass out of u and me.  
> Careful who to trust.
> 
> – [The Five of Wands](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poem-the-five-of-wands/18097)

> **The Six of Wands**
>
> **Upright:**  
> Victory, winning.  
> Hard work paying off, good news.  
> Ticker-tape parade.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> A card of delay.  
> A frustrating wait for news.  
> Things beyond control.
> 
> – [The Six of Wands](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poem-the-six-of-wands/18283)

> **The Seven of Wands**
>
> **Upright:**  
> Courage and effort.  
> Challenged but victorious.  
> Success is in reach.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> Doubting your purpose.  
> Accept what cannot be changed.  
> Overwhelming fears.
> 
> – [The Seven of Wands](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poem-the-seven-of-wands/18468)

> **The Eight of Wands**
>
> **Upright:**  
> Communication.  
> Positive news and projects.  
> New love and travel.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> Petty arguments.  
> Blocked ambition and delay.  
> The lack of contact.
> 
> – [The Eight of Wands](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poems-the-eight-of-wands/18703)

> **The Nine of Wands**
>
> **Upright:**  
> Defense and safety.  
> Coming from strong position.  
> Endured challenges.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> Strong opposition.  
> A little thanks in return.  
> Act defensively.
> 
> – [The Nine of Wands](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poem-the-nine-of-wands/18983)

> **The Ten of Wands**
>
> **Upright:**  
> Struggles and burdens.  
> All responsibilities.  
> Carrying too much.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> Ongoing stresses.  
> Burdens perceived over real.  
> The need for self-care.
> 
> – [The Ten of Wands](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poem-the-ten-of-wands/19216)

> **The Page of Wands**
>
> **Upright:**  
> Communications.  
> Good news, negotiations.  
> Chatty reunion.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> Not following through.  
> Delays and email demons.  
> A Debbie Downer.
> 
> – [The Page of Wands](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poem-the-page-of-wands/19484)

> **The Knight of Wands**
>
> **Upright:**  
> Fire spreading fast.  
> To push forward on projects.  
> Successful pursuits.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> A creative block.  
> A miscommunication.  
> The lack of progress.
> 
> – [The Knight of Wands](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poem-the-knight-of-wands/19762)

> **The Queen of Wands**
>
> **Upright:**  
> Creativity.  
> Loyal and self-aware queen.  
> Enthusiastic!
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> Breaking promises.  
> Jealous of others’ stardom.  
> Chaos, disorder.
> 
> – [The Queen of Wands](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poems-the-queen-of-wands/20007)

> **The King of Wands**
>
> **Upright:**  
> A man in motion.  
> Individuality.  
> Is considerate.
> 
> **Reversed:**  
> Restriction, selfish.  
> Bullying, narrow-minded.  
> His way or highway.
> 
> – [The King of Wands](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poem-the-king-of-wands/20287)

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## Related Links

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 → [Whole Tarot Course: Spells8](https://spells8.com/courses/whole-tarot-video-course/)  
 → [Biddy Tarot: Free Resources](https://biddytarot.com/free-tarot-resources/)

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**Author:** ![Amethyst](https://spells8.b-cdn.net/user_avatar/forum.spells8.com/amethyst/32/1750_2.png) [@Amethyst](https://forum.spells8.com/u/Amethyst)\
**Post date:** [December 8, 2020, 1:05am UTC](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poems-by-the-gifted-and-talented-amethyst/5690/2 "2020-12-08T01:05:38Z")

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Thank you for this, I’m so honored that you like my poems. I’ll try to keep up and add the new ones to this. Thank you @praecog29, for doing such a good job on this wiki! 🤗

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**Author:** ![berta](https://spells8.b-cdn.net/user_avatar/forum.spells8.com/berta/32/3322_2.png) [@berta](https://forum.spells8.com/u/berta)\
**Post date:** [December 8, 2020, 1:30am UTC](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poems-by-the-gifted-and-talented-amethyst/5690/3 "2020-12-08T01:30:03Z")

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That is soooo cool! I LOVE it. Thank you @Amethyst and @praecog29

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**Author:** ![Francisco](https://spells8.b-cdn.net/user_avatar/forum.spells8.com/francisco/32/352_2.png) [@Francisco](https://forum.spells8.com/u/Francisco)\
**Post date:** [December 8, 2020, 2:03am UTC](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poems-by-the-gifted-and-talented-amethyst/5690/4 "2020-12-08T02:03:34Z")

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Great job @praecog29!! You put a lot of effort into this anthology!

Kasie’s work is truly is a treasure 😁 Almost done with the Major Arcana! Let’s keep adding!!

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**Author:** ![Rowan](https://spells8.b-cdn.net/user_avatar/forum.spells8.com/rowan/32/29559_2.png) [@Rowan](https://forum.spells8.com/u/Rowan)\
**Post date:** [December 8, 2020, 2:09am UTC](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poems-by-the-gifted-and-talented-amethyst/5690/5 "2020-12-08T02:09:00Z")

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Awesome @Amethyst and @praecog29 ! This is exactly what I meant when I said I thought you deserved your own section!

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**Author:** ![praecog29](https://spells8.b-cdn.net/user_avatar/forum.spells8.com/praecog29/32/19094_2.png) [@praecog29](https://forum.spells8.com/u/praecog29)\
**Post date:** [December 8, 2020, 2:24am UTC](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poems-by-the-gifted-and-talented-amethyst/5690/6 "2020-12-08T02:24:26Z")

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Thank you, everyone, for your kind words to me. I did nothing but compile kasie’s words in one place. 🤷🏽‍♂️ She deserves so much credit for all of it. 🙂 I can’t wait to see the rest, but no pressure, @Amethyst. 😉

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**Author:** ![BryWisteria](https://spells8.b-cdn.net/user_avatar/forum.spells8.com/brywisteria/32/1632_2.png) [@BryWisteria](https://forum.spells8.com/u/BryWisteria)\
**Post date:** [December 8, 2020, 7:06am UTC](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poems-by-the-gifted-and-talented-amethyst/5690/7 "2020-12-08T07:06:46Z")

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Gorgeous work @praecog29 and @Amethyst- this is some quality teamwork right here! 🙌 I think it is wonderful to have all of Kasie’s lovely masterpieces on display in one collection. And it’s presented very beautifully! Thank you both 🙏😊

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**Author:** ![Amethyst](https://spells8.b-cdn.net/user_avatar/forum.spells8.com/amethyst/32/1750_2.png) [@Amethyst](https://forum.spells8.com/u/Amethyst)\
**Post date:** [December 8, 2020, 11:45am UTC](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poems-by-the-gifted-and-talented-amethyst/5690/8 "2020-12-08T11:45:52Z")

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It was mostly @praecog29 hard work to make the wiki so that you for that Ben. But I’ll keep chugging along with my poems, it’s helping me learn a lot!

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**Author:** ![Amethyst](https://spells8.b-cdn.net/user_avatar/forum.spells8.com/amethyst/32/1750_2.png) [@Amethyst](https://forum.spells8.com/u/Amethyst)\
**Post date:** [December 10, 2020, 4:29pm UTC](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poems-by-the-gifted-and-talented-amethyst/5690/9 "2020-12-10T16:29:32Z")

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I updated this when I posted my poem today but you may want to check and see if it’s how you like it. Just thought I’d let you know. Hugs! 🤗

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**Author:** ![praecog29](https://spells8.b-cdn.net/user_avatar/forum.spells8.com/praecog29/32/19094_2.png) [@praecog29](https://forum.spells8.com/u/praecog29)\
**Post date:** [December 10, 2020, 4:45pm UTC](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poems-by-the-gifted-and-talented-amethyst/5690/10 "2020-12-10T16:45:58Z")

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You did perfect. 🙂

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**Author:** ![Amethyst](https://spells8.b-cdn.net/user_avatar/forum.spells8.com/amethyst/32/1750_2.png) [@Amethyst](https://forum.spells8.com/u/Amethyst)\
**Post date:** [December 10, 2020, 4:59pm UTC](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poems-by-the-gifted-and-talented-amethyst/5690/11 "2020-12-10T16:59:54Z")

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Great! I was worried that I’d mess up your pretty system.

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**Author:** ![walter](https://spells8.b-cdn.net/user_avatar/forum.spells8.com/walter/32/7443_2.png) [@walter](https://forum.spells8.com/u/walter)\
**Post date:** [January 20, 2021, 12:52pm UTC](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poems-by-the-gifted-and-talented-amethyst/5690/12 "2021-01-20T12:52:46Z")

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Thank you! Such great information!

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**Author:** ![christina4](https://spells8.b-cdn.net/user_avatar/forum.spells8.com/christina4/32/2868_2.png) [@christina4](https://forum.spells8.com/u/christina4)\
**Post date:** [January 21, 2021, 5:09pm UTC](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poems-by-the-gifted-and-talented-amethyst/5690/13 "2021-01-21T17:09:17Z")

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I hadn’t a clue that these were all in a single post!!! Congrats to you @Amethyst 😊❤ this is awesome

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**Author:** ![Amethyst](https://spells8.b-cdn.net/user_avatar/forum.spells8.com/amethyst/32/1750_2.png) [@Amethyst](https://forum.spells8.com/u/Amethyst)\
**Post date:** [January 22, 2021, 1:41am UTC](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poems-by-the-gifted-and-talented-amethyst/5690/14 "2021-01-22T01:41:03Z")

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Isn’t it though! The gentlemanly @praecog29 set this up and picked up where I forgot to link this past weekend. He’s great!

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**Author:** ![Francisco](https://spells8.b-cdn.net/user_avatar/forum.spells8.com/francisco/32/352_2.png) [@Francisco](https://forum.spells8.com/u/Francisco)\
**Post date:** [January 22, 2021, 4:09am UTC](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poems-by-the-gifted-and-talented-amethyst/5690/15 "2021-01-22T04:09:34Z")

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This topic is looking amazing!! Great job @praecog29 and @Amethyst! I can’t believe you’re almost done with the Major Arcana!! 👏 👏

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**Author:** ![Amethyst](https://spells8.b-cdn.net/user_avatar/forum.spells8.com/amethyst/32/1750_2.png) [@Amethyst](https://forum.spells8.com/u/Amethyst)\
**Post date:** [January 22, 2021, 11:43am UTC](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poems-by-the-gifted-and-talented-amethyst/5690/16 "2021-01-22T11:43:48Z")

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I know! I’ll probably start on Swords after that, I find that to be the most difficult suit for me to understand and the Two of Swords stalks me. Get them out of the way first. Glad you’re liking them @Francisco!

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**Author:** ![praecog29](https://spells8.b-cdn.net/user_avatar/forum.spells8.com/praecog29/32/19094_2.png) [@praecog29](https://forum.spells8.com/u/praecog29)\
**Post date:** [March 2, 2021, 4:49am UTC](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poems-by-the-gifted-and-talented-amethyst/5690/17 "2021-03-02T04:49:08Z")

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Special **Thank You** to @Francisco! He helped me with sub headings in the wiki. Now you can go straight to Kasie’s Major Arcana or Minor Arcana poems using the [Quick Links](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poems-by-the-gifted-and-talented-kasie/5690/#heading--quick-links) at the top of the wiki. Yay!

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**Author:** ![Amethyst](https://spells8.b-cdn.net/user_avatar/forum.spells8.com/amethyst/32/1750_2.png) [@Amethyst](https://forum.spells8.com/u/Amethyst)\
**Post date:** [March 2, 2021, 1:38pm UTC](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poems-by-the-gifted-and-talented-amethyst/5690/18 "2021-03-02T13:38:50Z")

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Thank you @Francisco and @praecog29! That looks nifty!

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**Author:** ![walter](https://spells8.b-cdn.net/user_avatar/forum.spells8.com/walter/32/7443_2.png) [@walter](https://forum.spells8.com/u/walter)\
**Post date:** [June 26, 2021, 3:49am UTC](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poems-by-the-gifted-and-talented-amethyst/5690/19 "2021-06-26T03:49:43Z")

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This is so amazing! Great job! So talented!

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**Author:** ![Amethyst](https://spells8.b-cdn.net/user_avatar/forum.spells8.com/amethyst/32/1750_2.png) [@Amethyst](https://forum.spells8.com/u/Amethyst)\
**Post date:** [June 26, 2021, 4:48pm UTC](https://forum.spells8.com/t/tarot-poems-by-the-gifted-and-talented-amethyst/5690/20 "2021-06-26T16:48:26Z")

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Thank you kind sir! Glad you like them!

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