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Seven of Swords: tarot card meaning

Minor Arcana · Swords

Seven of Swords tarot card

Keywords: strategy, deception, stealth, cunning, secrets

Reversed: confession, truth uncovered, conscience, honesty, dropping the deception

Upright

The Seven of Swords speaks of cleverness, strategy, and sometimes deception. Someone may not be completely honest, or you may need to act discreetly. Be smart, but don't lose your integrity.

Reversed

Reversed, it shows secrets coming to light or a choice to act more honestly. It's a good time to come clean or clear up suspicions. The truth sets you free.

In love

Possible secrets or a lack of honesty; speak openly.

Work and money

Act strategically and protect your ideas; watch out for unfair competition.

Advice

Be strategic, but stay true to yourself.

Symbolism

A man tiptoes away from a camp carrying five swords, glancing back with a smile. Two swords remain stuck in the ground. His sneaky posture symbolizes cunning, stealth, and things done behind people's backs.

Yes or no?

No. In a yes or no reading, Seven of Swords leans towards no. Reversed it can soften: less a flat no than a “not yet” or “not like this”. Yes or no tarot

Element: Air

Astrology: Moon in Aquarius

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