The suit of swords is one of the four suits in the minor arcana and represents our logic and capacity for thinking.
The suit of air is associated with change, knowledge, power, and action.
The negative qualities of the Suit of Swords include anger, guilt, harsh judgment, lack of sympathy, and verbal and emotional abuse.
The Suit of Swords’ strengths are communication, intelligence, and thought.
They also help us structure, organize, and analyze our lives.
But, its weaknesses include violence, aggression, and a tendency towards conflict.
In its worst form, the Suit of Swords can represent intimidation and bullying through words.
The Suit of Swords is complex, as it can be used for good and evil purposes.
The Suit of Swords is associated with the element of air and signs like Aquarius, Libra, and Gemini. It represents logic, communication, and thought. It guides us in organizing and analyzing our lives. However, it cautions against its darker aspects, such as aggression, conflict, and intimidation. In Tarot readings, Swords reflect mental challenges. They call for vigilance and thoughtful decision-making. They highlight both the constructive and destructive power of words and thoughts.
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Swords Tarot Card Meanings Explained
Ace of swords
This card symbolizes that you are beginning a new journey or endeavour.
The ace of swords appears when you are about to start a project you may have left behind.
It can also appear when you need clarity or fortitude to move ahead.
In reverse, this card may mean that your ideas are not working.
Or, you may not want to share your ideas with others yet.
Two of Swords
When the Two of Swords card appears in your reading, it may symbolize that you are dealing with misunderstanding or mixed signals.
In reverse, this card means you are caught in a tough position where your decision may lead to a negative consequence.
Three of Swords
The Three of Swords shows when you deal with sorrow, separation, and heartache.
If it appears in your reading, it may be a warning that something sad may happen soon, so you should brace yourself to heal and grow.
In reverse, it encourages you to find strength in your inner self and to believe in yourself.
Four of Swords
The Four of Swords shows when you are in a state of physical burnout or total emotional breakdown.
When it comes up in your reading, it’s a call for you to take a break.
If it shows in reverse, it sends the same message: you need to rest and recharge yourself.
Five of Swords
The Five of Swords card symbolizes losing, conflict, winning, and tension.
When it appears in your reading, it reminds you to examine if the battle you’re participating in is worth it.
In reverse, it represents that you have to walk away from whatever conflict you are in, regardless of whether you are the winner or loser.
Six of Swords
When the Six of Swords appears in your reading, it’s a reminder that walking away might be painful.
Still, it’s the right thing to do to ensure you don’t regret your actions in the future.
In reverse, it means you have identified how to bring about a new you and are on a path to fruition.
Seven of Swords
The Seven of Swords symbolizes deception. When it appears in your reading, it reminds you to look for a way to get ahead.
In reverse, it may mean you are experiencing imposter syndrome and doubt your abilities.
Eight of Swords
Sometimes, there’s no way out; this card reminds you there’s always a way out.
Whatever may be holding you back from taking the right step is self-imposed.
In reverse, the eight swords mean that your self-beliefs are holding you back.
Nine of Swords
The Nine of Swords appears when you are experiencing fear and anxiety.
When it appears in your reading, it reminds you not to worry. In reverse, it reminds you that you are hard on yourself.
Ten of Swords
Ten of Swords reminds you that the final line has been crossed, and there’s no turning back.
There is no hope for revival, and you should move on.
In reverse, it reminds you that the more you resist, the more the issue will continue.
Page of Swords
When the Page of Swords appears in your reading, it tells you to get things in motion.
You should start your research, get the facts, plan the process, and start working.
In reverse, it shows when you are holding back from expressing your truth, especially to the public.
Knight of Swords
The Knight of Swords is always ready, not considering roadblocks or returning from a challenge.
He is a sharp man who acts first and asks questions later.
When this card appears in your reading, it’s time to re-examine yourself before you move forward.
In reverse, it suggests that you should slow down; otherwise, you may burn out.
Queen of Swords
She sits on a throne decorated with a cherub, an honest, smart, independent, and self-sufficient Queen.
When this card shows in your reading, it symbolizes that you must fight for yourself and act independently.
In reverse, this card tells you to let your emotions get the best of you.
King of Swords
The King of Swords is a force of wisdom who gained knowledge through his approach to life and experience.
When this card appears in your reading, you may be able to guide others.
In reverse, it means you may be misusing your influence and authority.
The Swords Suit in a Tarot Reading
Most of the cards in your Tarot reading are Swords.
This means you seek solutions to mental challenges, disputes, and important decisions.
This may also point to current squabbles or potential violence.
Swords often bring negative or forceful messages.
They also serve as a warning to be vigilant about your surroundings.
Suit of Swords Summary
The suit of Swords in Tarot often represents the air signs Aquarius, Libra, and Gemini.
In a Tarot reading, a Swords Court Card signifies a person born under Aquarius, Libra, or Gemini.
People represented by Swords are usually intelligent, logical, and effective communicators.
They prefer to understand and analyze their surroundings to experience the world.
But Swords people can also be harsh, dominating, aggressive, and inflexible.
Hana is a numerology, tarot and astrology expert who studied extensively in India and made some amazing connections in that time. Her goal is to teach people how to live lives of passion and purpose by utilizing numbers, tarot and the planets as a guide.