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Divination: The Tarot - Swords
The Suit of Swords
This Suit is sometimes referred to as Spades and its elemental ruler is air. The season linked to the Suit of Swords is Autumn and its
direction is East. This Suit governs intellectual activity and is essentially male in character. Swords represent Power, motivation,
action, force, conflict.
(14 cards) represent the following:
* The three airy astrological signs of Gemini, Libra & Aquarius
* The element of air
* The menal aspect of our daily lives
All Pages are attributed to the Element of Earth
All Knights are attributed to the element of Fire
All Queens are attributed to the Element of Water
All Kings are attributed to the element of Air
(Click on a Card for a more detailed interpretation.)
Swords
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Three of Swords |
Four of Swords |
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Six of Swords |
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| Eight of Swords |
Nine of Swords |
Ten of Swords |
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| Page of Swords |
Knight of Swords |
Queen of Swords |
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Quick Reference of the Suit of Swords.
Ace of Swords - The Root of the Powers of Air
Upright: Mental Force, Truth, Justice, Fortitude
Reversed: Caution when trying to use power to gain an ending, obstacles, tyranny
Two of Swords - The Lord of Peace Restored
Upright: Blocked Emotions, Avoidance, Stalemate
Reversed: Release, beware when dealing with the unscrupulous
Three of Swords - The Lord of Sorrow
Upright: Heartbreak, Loneliness, Betrayal
Reversed: Disorder, confusion, loss, sorrow due to loss
Four of Swords - The Lord of Rest from Strife
Upright: Rest, Contemplation, Quiet Preparation
Reversed: Renewed activity, social unrest, labor strikes
Five of Swords - The Lord of Defeat
Upright: Self-Interest, Discord, Open Dishonor
Reversed: A lesser chance of loss or defeat, an empty victory, unfairness in dealings
Six of Swords - The Lord of Earned Success
Upright: The Blues, Recovery, Travel
Reversed: Journey will be postponed, no way out of present obstacles or difficulties
Seven of Swords - The Lord of Unstable Effort
Upright: Running Away, Lone-Wolf Style, Hidden Dishonor
Reversed: Excessive help is given, good advice, counsel, stolen items are returned
Eight of Swords - The Lord of Shortened Force
Upright: Restriction, Confusion, Powerlessness
Reversed: Relaxation, new beginnings possible, freedom
Nine of Swords - The Lord of Despair and Cruelty
Upright: Worry, Guilt, Anguish
Reversed: Healing over time, unselfishness, patience, good news of a loved one
Ten of Swords - The Lord of Ruin
Upright: Bottoming Out, Victim Mentality, Martyrdom
Reversed: Evil forces are overthrown, courage, some success, better health
Princess of Swords - The Princess of the Rushing Winds
Upright: Use Your Mind, Be Truthful, Be Just, Have Fortitude
Reversed: A cunning person, an imposture, ill health, unexpected events
Knight of Swords - Lord of the Winds and the Breezes
Upright: Direct, Authoritative, Incisive, Knowledgeable, Logical
Reversed: Tyranny, a troublemaker, a crafty and secretive person
Queen of Swords - The Queen of the Thrones of Air
Upright: Honest, Astute, Forthright, Witty, Experienced
Reversed: Cruelty due to keen observations, a sly and deceitful person, narrowmindedness, a gossip
King of Swords - The Prince of the Chariots of the Winds
Upright: Intellectual, Analytical, Articulate, Just, Ethical
Reversed: Evil intentions, an obstinate person, decisions or judgments may seem unfair
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