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Suit of Swords

The Suit of Swords is associated with Air, which is connected to logic, communication, ambition, and truth. Swords in a reading often refers to intelligence and a power dynamic. Depending on the intention, swords themselves can be used to protect, or to do harm.

Ace of Swords

Upright:

Breakthrough, New ideas, Clear image, Truth, Focus

Reverse:

Miscommunication, Confusion, Arguments, Hostility

Two of Swords

Upright:

Difficult choices, Stuck, Stalemate, Denial, Secret information

Reverse:

Anxiety, Unable to make decisions, Unrevealed truths, Hesitancy

Three of Swords

Upright:

Grief, Sadness, Loss, Separation, Trauma

Reverse:

Recovery, Healing, Forgiveness, Making amends

Four of Swords

Upright:

Rest, Peace, Healing, Sanctuary, Self-protection, Rejuvenation

Reverse:

Restlessness, Burnout, Tension, Defensive

Five of Swords

Upright:

Aggression, Arguments, Bullying, Conflict, Hostility, Main character syndrome

Reverse:

Compromise, Revenge, Cutting ties, Resolution

Six of Swords

Upright:

Moving on, Leaving something behind, Distance, Acceptance

Reverse:

Stuck, Trapped, Returning to something unhelpful, Running away

Seven of Swords

Upright:

Sneakiness, Lies, Trickery, Scheming, Independence

Reverse:

Truths revealed, Confessions, Regret

Eight of Swords

Upright:

Trapped, Victim, Paralyzed, Powerless

Reverse:

Freedom, Escape, Surrender, Empowered

Nine of Swords

Upright:

Failing mental wellness, Nightmares, Isolation, Breaking down

Reverse:

Recovery, Helping yourself/finding help, Learning better though patterns

Ten of Swords

Upright:

Failure, End, Exhaustion, Tragedy, Betrayal

Reverse:

Survival, Improvement, Healing, Growth

Page of Swords

Upright:

Moving on, Curiosity, Inspiration, Clearer thinking

Reverse:

Brain fog, Unprepared, Sarcastic, Rude

Knight of Swords

Upright:

Direct, Focused, Assertive, Ambitious, Clear decision making

Reverse:

Forceful, Aggressive, Arrogant, Ruthless, Impulsive

Queen of Swords

Upright:

Independent, Fair, Objective, Stoic, Wise

Reverse:

Manipulative, Harsh, Spiteful, Disrespectful, Deceitful

King of Swords

Upright:

Authority, High Standards, Discipline, Serious

Reverse:

Dictator, Controlling, Cold, Dishonest, Ruthless

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