The Pictorial Key to the Tarot

Wands
NineThe figure leans upon his staff and has an expectant look, as if awaiting an enemy. Behind are
eight other staves–erect, in orderly disposition, like a palisade. Divinatory Meanings: The card
signifies strength in opposition. If attacked, the person will meet an onslaught boldly; and his build
shews, that he may prove a formidable antagonist. With this main significance there are all its
possible adjuncts–delay, suspension, adjournment. Reversed: Obstacles, adversity, calamity.