Five of Wands

The 5 of Wands Symbolism.
The five of Wands symbolizes competition, disputes and assertiveness. The five men portrayed in this card are fighting in chaos, total jovial mayhem. But their wands are only raised, not striking anyone, their actually enjoying themselves with no real intent to harm anyone. The men are symbolizing the outside forces that confront us constantly. The men are wearing different coloured cloths to symbolize the changing emotions we go through as each day progresses.
 

Defining Keywords
Fitting in. Competition. Assertiveness. Struggles. Obstacles. Rivalry.
 

The Five of Wands Meaning.
You choose to face challenges with a smile. Join social activities. Feeling a need to prove yourself.

The Five of Wands Reversed.
Despondency caused by inner conflicts. Someone using illegal means to gain something from you. Violent strife. Court action, the wands start striking for real.
 

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Five of Pentacles

The 5 of Pentacles Symbolism.
The five of Pentacles symbolizes material troubles and the bad times in our lives, loneliness. The crutches symbolize a need for support but the head bandage symbolizes hurt pride, that often stops people from accepting or seeking help. The 5 Pentacles are held by a triple cross (As found in the Hierophant, also a No. 5) this is telling them their needs are inside. Although the couple are out in freezing weather they ignore, or aren't aware of, the warmth emanating from window.
 

Defining Keywords
Lack of faith. Despair. Loneliness. Difficulties. Poverty. Loss.
 

The Five of Pentacles Meaning.
Suffering from ill health, drug or money problems. Joint struggles .Looking for support in the wrong places. You need to seek advice from your inner guide.

The Five of Pentacles Reversed.
Good health returns, drug or money problems solved. Persevering on your present path will bring ruin.

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Five of Swords

The 5 of Swords Symbolism.
The five of Swords symbolizes a dishonourable victory, gloating and humiliation. When reading any of the cards readers should first take the question into account, with is one they should then focus their attentions on either the two figures in the background which symbolize defeat and humiliation, or the figure in the foreground which symbolizes bulling dominance. The two figures head towards the sea of inner knowledge to find the answers, which are hidden in the mountains of enlightenment beyond.

Defining Keywords
Hollow victory. Defeat. Humiliation. Trickery. Unworthy.
 

The Five of Swords Meaning.
You need to change direction, cut your losses and get out. Swallow your pride and accept the inevitable. A dishonourable victory gets you nowhere.

The Five of Swords Reversed.
You're antagonized by a rivals malicious gossip. Get over your jealousy and self pity. A friend suffers misfortune.
 

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