Tarot Swords

Swords represent  the problems of life. We all, at one time or other have problems.     Problem time is  testing tine, problems test our philosophy and check our tenacity and emotional development.  When problems strike they come from our own making, or as a reaction from others. No matter from what direction they cone,  how we handle then is important.

The sword symhology will show how you are handling the problems. We have to confront our problems and handle then as they appear, as represented by the Ace of Swords, and not ignore them, as represented in the two of swords. They will show if we are feeling sorry for ourselves, as represented by the nine of swords.  Although we do not want to see sword symbology, they are not something to run from, but to look squarely at.  By bringing your emotions under control, you can decide your course of action and follow it. Bring in the wands, get new thoughts to help you grow above the situation and lighten the pathway of your life.

	ACE  OF SWORDS Key:  Problems being overcome Meaning:  This person has a problem, but he can arise above it and bring it to an end. It can be done by confronting the problem squarely,  and being careful  not to get confused and upset about it.
	TWO OF SWORDS Key:  Not accepting realities Meaning: This person is not accepting what is in  front of her. ff she laid down her swords, she could remove her blindfold and see around her.  She must lay down her swords and look around. She must be more tolerant towards other ideas and suggestions and not hug so strongly to her own, as she  is creating her own problems. Let down the defenses and open up your heart and mind. The answers you are seeking will be found, not through defensiveness, but through receptiveness.
	THREE OF SWORDS Key: Disappointment and heartbreak Meaning:   This person is suffering from heartbreak and emotional upset, due to disappointments in life. To grieve will not help .any situation. They must  take hold of their emotions and  rise above the pain, realizing there are better days ahead.
	FOUR OF SWORDS Key:  The answer lies within Meaning:  This person has some problems. But rather than ignore them, they should listen to their inner voice. Inside themselves they know the answer to the problem.  All they have to do is listen.
	FIVE OF SWORDS    Key:   Conflict Meaning:  This person has been involved  in a conflict.  Although there has been a conflict and one person appears to have won; has he really?  He is  left with all  the swords -  problems.  Conflict is not the answer.  Understanding and being reasonable are the  fundamental  answers.  Beware of conflict,  as emotional outbursts do not  solve your problems.
	SIX OF SWORDS Key:  Problems which will soon be ended Meaning:  This person is feeling laden down with responsibilities, but he is doing the correct things in order to solve his problems.  The swords do not pierce the bottom of the boat, so it will not sink and the swords are well balanced with three on each side. Therefore, he will survive the troubled times and soon will come into the calm and clear waterways of life.
	SEVEN OF SWORDS Key:  Creating problems for yourself Meaning:  This person is creating problems for himself by taking on guilt feelings or resentments.    By taking and carrying the swords in this way you only become burdened with a problem you do not need.    These swords belong in the camp, not with him. You have to discard the swords.  If you have an obligation you have to take on,  do it cheerfully and willingly -  it makes a  lot of difference to the outcome. Don't ever feel guilty; it will only create more problems for yourself.
	EIGHT OF SWORDS Key: Temporary problems Meaning:  This person feels that nothing will work, that she has lost in her fight for her castle of dreams.  If she is aware that the situation is only temporary, she will take heart. The bonds are loose, and can soon be undone, whereby she can remove the blindfold and see the castle, her goal, is really close by.
	NINE OF SWORDS Key:   Feeling sorry for oneself Meaning: This person has been hurt by life but she is crying about it rather than going on ahead. She must get out of her bed, stop feeling sorry for herself and go on with her life.
	TEN OF SWORDS Key:  End Of problems.-' Meaning:  This person has a condition definitely coming to an end.    There is just a short while to go before it’s all over. As life is all cycles, with an ending comes a beginning.  Look forward to the new day, and  forget the troublesome end of  this present one.
	PAGE OF SWORDS Key:    Defensive Meaning:    This person is very much on the defensive.    He nay even becomes aggressive in his defensiveness.    He must   learn to control his  feelings of hostility or defensiveness and temper because he cannot win the battle of life that way.    He must elevate his thoughts and understand his emotions.    He must strive to be like the birds and be free, not trapped by his negative emotions.
	KNIGHT OF SWORDS Key:    Going too fast -  slow down Meaning:   This person is proceeding far too fast.    His horse will fall even though he Is dressed for the battle of life. He cannot   succeed   unless he slows his horse down and draws upon the elevating thoughts represented by the birds and butterflies.
	OUEEN OF SWORDS Key:   Watch out for defensive thoughts Meaning: This person, although giving the outward appearance of loving and kindness,   inside is closing her heart.    This could be due to loss, hurt, grief, or defensiveness.    Because of the law 'what you put out, you will get back, this woman will find many more sorrows coning her way if she does not put down her  sword. She must lay down her sword and once more bare her heart to life, in the knowledge, that love will overcome all things.
	KING OF SWORDS Key: Defensive and stubborn Meaning:  This person is restricted and like the butterflies behind on his throne is in a cocoon. If he could lay aside the sword -his defensiveness - he could be as beautiful as the butterflies when free.  He must make himself open to suggestion and be more approachable.