Nine of Wands

The 9 of Wands Symbolism.
The nine of Wands symbolizes resistance and self protection, the burdens we carry and our strengths in opposition. The mans bandaged head symbolizes a psychic injury but he uses one wand to to prop up his self esteem. He stands still on his road but his gaze tells us he's wary of his surroundings and ready for action. The blank base of the card also tells us he has no support. Depending on the question and surrounding cards the wands behind him could be representing either his resources or him leaving his problems behind. The wand pushed to one side symbolizes a way to retreat.

Defining Keywords

Overcoming burdens. Self preservation. Trust in yourself. Resistance.
 

The Nine of Wands Meaning.
Trust in your own abilities. The road may be rough but you have what you need to move forward. You can expect changes and difficulties. Strength in opposition.

The Nine of Wands Reversed.
Obstinate refusal to compromise, a fixed attitude. Your defensive walls are falling. Constant troubles drain your emotional and physical resources.

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Nine of Pentacles

The 9 of Pentacles Symbolism.
The nine of pentacles symbolizes financial desires and security, our satisfaction in knowing the right things to choose and following those choices through. The hooded falcon symbolizes subdued  discipline. The pentacles on the grapevine symbolize a fruitful life. The bold snail in the foreground tells us something rotten is in the garden, the woman is accepting it because it reminds her to be proud of who she is, warts, snails and all.

Defining Keywords
Independence. Success. Comfort. Security. Achievement. Getting there on your own.

The Nine of Pentacles Meaning.
Prosperity and enjoying the comforts that money can buy. A fruitful garden. You have self-discipline and can rely on your own resources to get what you want. 

The Nine of Pentacles Reversed.
Living beyond your means. Wealth gained by others misfortune. Sudden drain on resources. A threat to your safety.

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Nine of Swords

The 9 of Swords Symbolism.
The nine of Swords is said to be the worst card in the deck because it symbolizes mental aguish and our worst fears. The  swords hanging in the dark background above symbolize the woman's nightmares, they float without touching her which tells us the fears are not actually affecting her physically. The woman sits up in her bed covering her eyes, this symbolizes her fear of facing the real world, her fears rule her. She refuses the comfort of the blanket which is covered in roses, they symbolize passion which tells us her fears could be for loved ones.

Defining Keywords
Fear. Depression. Threats. Guilt. Worry.
 

The Nine of Swords Meaning.
Letting your fears control you. A nightmare situation leads to stress and worry. Anxiety over a loved one. Your fears have grown out of proportion.

The Nine of Swords Reversed.
The end of a bad phase in your life. Changes must be made if you want to improve your situation. Confront your hidden fears.

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