Seven of Swords Meaning

Swords · Air · Yes or no: No

Upright

deception, strategy, stealth, cunning

The Seven of Swords moves with cunning and strategic stealth. Be wary of deception around you — or examine whether you yourself are being less than honest.

Reversed

mental games, exposure, coming clean, conscience

Reversed, deceptions are coming to light. Exposure and accountability are at hand — coming clean now is far better than being found out.

Seven of Swords in love

Swords bring the head into matters of the heart: honest conversations, decisions, and sometimes hurt. Upright, the Seven of Swords brings deception and strategy into your love life. Reversed, watch for mental games and exposure.

As feelings

They are thinking about you more than feeling, and may be wrestling with doubts. As feelings, the Seven of Swords suggests deception and strategy.

Career and money

In work, Swords point to strategy, negotiation, difficult decisions and clear communication. Upright, expect deception and strategy. Reversed, the risk is mental games and exposure.

As advice

As advice, the Seven of Swords asks you to lean into deception and strategy, and to guard against mental games.

Symbolism

Sevens test you: reflection, assessment and holding your ground. The suit of Swords covers thoughts, communication, truth, conflict and decisions.

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