Tarot Card Meanings-Swords

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The exact origin of the tarot is not known, but it is thought that they originated from somewhere around India and were brought to Europe with the Gypsies. The earliest known deck seems to have appeared around the fourteenth century.

During the Renaissance, the tarot was a part of a growing interest in the studies of the mystic arts, such as Qabbalah and alchemy. The tarot saw a revival in the nineteenth century and has been enjoying popularity ever since.

The modern day deck of playing cards is believed to have come from the tarot. The face cards of the tarot deck are the King, Queen, Knight, and Page (where in some decks, the Knight and Page are known as the Prince and Princess, respectively). As the modern day playing card deck began to evolve, the Knight was dropped and the Page became the Jack.

The suits of the tarot are related to the suits of playing cards. The suit of spades is equivalent to the tarot suit of swords, and diamonds corresponds to pentacles. The clubs equals the tarot suit of wands or staves, and the hearts corresponds to cups in the tarot deck.

Swords

This suit generally represents anything forceful -- arguments, going after something, etc.

 

Ace of Swords

There has been much strife and difficulty in your life. You must try to keep up your strength in this adversity. Surprisingly a situation that look bleak can turn out to be extremely promising. Inevitable change is coming into your life. With this change comes great power, force and strength.

 

2 of Swords

You have found yourself in a situation that has caused you so much worry that you don’t know  which way to turn or move. So you don’t do anything at all except try to ignore it. With courage a change can be made. Often good comes out of what appears to be a bad situation. Once the problem is brought to light it can be faced and then dealt with.

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3 of Swords

There will be stormy weather ahead for your emotions. There may be quarrels or separations with your lover as a result. This is a clearing ground for something new, for the darkest hour is before the dawn. You will have an insight into the situation which helps to put the sorrow in perspective. The difficulties experienced in your relationship with your lover can be overcome if you face them honestly and work with them. 

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4 of Swords

You have been having quite a struggle, it is now time for a retreat so you can rest.  You need a quiet period for thinking things through, to get rid of tension and anxiety. This is a time for convalescence and recuperation.

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5 of Swords

Swallow your false pride and accept limitations before moving upwards and onwards. You need to give up fighting and try something that you can win. You are banging your head against a brick wall in continuing to fight, and are taking on something to big. Acknowledge your limitations and proceed in a new direction.

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6 of Swords

There has been some sorrow, strife and difficulty for you recently. But I see you moving away from the difficulties towards more peaceful times. You will be taking a journey, a move to a more pleasing environment. There will be a release from your tension and anxiety, and a sense of harmony prevailing once again.

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7 of Swords

In order to gain your objective it will be necessary for you to use prudence and evasion. It is the time for logic and clear thinking.  Direct or aggressive tactics will not be useful in this situation, but diplomacy and charm will.  Care must be taken at this time to avoid a fight with someone you love.
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8 of Swords

You are afraid of moving out of a situation that binds and restricts you. The restrictions are upon you through your own fear and indecision. Not to worry a sign will come and show you the way. There are problems to overcome and decisions to be made, you must remain courageous. You will not remain terrified by your own fears forever.

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 9 of Swords

You have been sensing impending doom and disaster, but the fears are unfounded. The fear of difficulty is worse than the reality. There will be a difficult decision to be made or a situation to face. The fear is far worse than the outcome.

 

 

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10 of Swords

One phase of your life is coming to an end. It can be the end of a relationship, or a particular circumstance or of a false way of seeing a situation. The end is inevitable. This will be a clearing ground for something new.

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Page of Swords

You have an extremely strong will and can be rather cold and calculating. You are always on guard ready to defend yourself. It’s as though you are in fear of attack from behind. You are always checking over your shoulder. You do not mean to be malicious on purpose, but if anyone gets in your way you will simply trample them underfoot.

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Knight of Swords

You have a brilliant mind and good business judgment. You have a magnetic personality. You easily draw attention and affection from others. You have a ruthless quality and, although not intentionally cruel, you often hurt others while you selfishly pursue your own ends. You will do very well in your career. There is a project which you started very swiftly. You are very excited concerning this project. However it will die down as quickly as it started leaving a certain amount of chaos in its wake.

 

 

Queen of Swords

Although storm clouds gather around you, you are of strong will and determination.  You are a person who can bear whatever life presents you with.  You have experienced much sorrow and may be alone through death of a loved one, divorce or separation.  You have loved and lost but will love again. You must bear your pain silently and with courage. 

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King of Swords

 You pride yourself in staying calm and self-assured in crisis situations. You are a lover of truth and justice. You can be suspicious and over cautious and like to be seen and the strong silent type. You are a fair judge of people and events, however you can be harsh and unforgiving if you feel you have been done wrong. There is a person who is a figure of authority in your life. This person is morally right and just, but shows little compassion for you or your problems. It is time for you grow up and away from this person’s influence.