Five of Swords Tarot Card Meanings
Lord of Defeat
Lord of Defeat
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Themes and Keywords: Passivity leading to surprise attack. Failure of good
intentions. Lack of defense. Detachment and pacifism. Winners and losers. Element: Air Zodiac Signs : Aquarius Healing Crystals : Clear Quartz Five of Swords Keywords
UPRIGHT: Conflict, disagreements, competition, defeat, winning at all costs REVERSED: Reconciliation, making amends, past resentment Numerology5(five)
Kabbalistically, fives are associated with the wild ferocity of Mars. In traditional Numerology, 5 corresponds to the swift action of Mercury. Here, these energies combine to remind you that haste and destruction are a dangerous mix. |
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FIVE OF SWORDS DESCRIPTION
The two retreating figures in the Five of Swords are dressed in Yellow, symbolizing intellect and spirit. The winner with the smug grin who’s gathering up the swords is wearing Red and Green, colours that represent passion & strength.
Gathering the spoils of victory, the man in the front on the Five of Swords watches the others walk towards the choppy waters and set their sights on distant lands. The water is the Abyss on the other side of which is the realm of spirit.
Their defeat has taught them the wisdom to pursue a higher calling. Meanwhile, in the Five of Swords Tarot card, the winner is still busy cleaning up the mess. Maybe he hasn’t won, after all.
Gathering the spoils of victory, the man in the front on the Five of Swords watches the others walk towards the choppy waters and set their sights on distant lands. The water is the Abyss on the other side of which is the realm of spirit.
Their defeat has taught them the wisdom to pursue a higher calling. Meanwhile, in the Five of Swords Tarot card, the winner is still busy cleaning up the mess. Maybe he hasn’t won, after all.
UPRIGHT FIVE OF SWORDS
The Five of Swords Tarot card warns that you may lose the war, although you have won the battle. Maybe you have overextended yourself. There have been too many little disagreements, leaving you exhausted and strapped for resources.
For example, if a relationship is rocked by constant arguing, it doesn’t matter who is right or wrong about what anymore. It’s no longer defined by love, but conflict.
When the 5 of Swords appears, you are likely to find yourself with some mixed feelings about life in general and about a few people in particular. Don't ignore these, but don't feel like you have to speak every word you're thinking and feeling either, as you could ruin the very things that you want the most - such as close, intimate relationships with your friends and lover.
For example, if a relationship is rocked by constant arguing, it doesn’t matter who is right or wrong about what anymore. It’s no longer defined by love, but conflict.
When the 5 of Swords appears, you are likely to find yourself with some mixed feelings about life in general and about a few people in particular. Don't ignore these, but don't feel like you have to speak every word you're thinking and feeling either, as you could ruin the very things that you want the most - such as close, intimate relationships with your friends and lover.
General: In general, the 5 of Swords can indicate that someone you care about may be away for a while. Don't get too possessive if that's the case. Assume that they will be coming back to you. The 5 can indicate conflicts, both external and internal. Don't escalate conflicts unnecessarily. Think before you act.
Work: In the context of work, the 5 can show that you may be your own worst enemy. Don't expect the entire system to be changed just because you believe it should be different.
How you speak your mind is as important as what you say. There may be some unfairness at play in your work world. Be sure that your behaviour is impeccable.
Love: Unfortunately when the 5 of Swords appears in the context of love, conflict is a near surety. Things may not work out as you would hope with a love relationship. Think calmly and carefully about what your deal-breakers are in a relationship. Be honest with yourself first, then be honest with your beloved. Accept reality.
Finances: There is a need for caution and restraint in relation to money when this card appears. Draw on your ingenuity when necessary, when it comes to money. Are there things you don't need that you can sell?
Can you cut expenses any further? Above all, don't give up. Don't be too proud to ask for help if you need it. Help is always available.
Health: You're likely to be under stress from a combination of factors, so it's particularly important when this card appears to be gentle with yourself. If you're angry, allow yourself to express it (safely and carefully) rather than turning your anger and sorrow on yourself. Rest and relaxation are crucial. Worry and guilt are useless. Let them go.
Work: In the context of work, the 5 can show that you may be your own worst enemy. Don't expect the entire system to be changed just because you believe it should be different.
How you speak your mind is as important as what you say. There may be some unfairness at play in your work world. Be sure that your behaviour is impeccable.
Love: Unfortunately when the 5 of Swords appears in the context of love, conflict is a near surety. Things may not work out as you would hope with a love relationship. Think calmly and carefully about what your deal-breakers are in a relationship. Be honest with yourself first, then be honest with your beloved. Accept reality.
Finances: There is a need for caution and restraint in relation to money when this card appears. Draw on your ingenuity when necessary, when it comes to money. Are there things you don't need that you can sell?
Can you cut expenses any further? Above all, don't give up. Don't be too proud to ask for help if you need it. Help is always available.
Health: You're likely to be under stress from a combination of factors, so it's particularly important when this card appears to be gentle with yourself. If you're angry, allow yourself to express it (safely and carefully) rather than turning your anger and sorrow on yourself. Rest and relaxation are crucial. Worry and guilt are useless. Let them go.
REVERSED FIVE OF SWORDS
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There’s no point in crying over spilled milk. When reversed, the Five of Swords Tarot card points out that you are having a hard time getting over a past loss or defeat.
But dwelling on them only hurts you. You may realize that a recent setback has actually not been a complete failure. If you’re willing to compromise, you may discover that it is still much you can salvage from a situation you believed hopeless. One business deal may have fallen through. But in the process, you gained valuable skills and important contacts. When reversed, the Five of Swords Tarot card can also suggest that others may have a hard time coming to grips with your fierce independent streak. When the 5 of Swords reversed appears, you may be having an urge to prove that you are right about something to someone - and this could be a serious waste of your time and energy. General: In general, the reversed 5 of Swords can indicate power struggles and conflicts. As they say, pick your battles. Not everything is worth fighting for or about. Consider your priorities and the things that matter most to you. Be as pleasant to others as you can muster. Work: In the context of work, the reversed 5 can show that you may be shooting your own self in the foot. Do not create conflict where none exists if you remotely want to keep your job and do not escalate conflicts that are already there, unnecessarily. Accept situations as they are, unless something illegal or immoral is happening and if it's the latter, consider making a report to the appropriate authorities. Some problems are too big to try to solve on your own. Love: When the 5 of Swords reversed appears in the context of love, you may be sacrificing your happiness because of a need to show/feel that you are "right." Sometimes you have to let go of your ego and simply accept things, whether you are looking for love or whether you are in a long-term relationship. |
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Finances: There could be conflict because of money when the reversed 5 of Swords appears. Keep a cool head and look at the basis of the problem. Have you made a mistake?
If so, admit it. Are you or people close to you putting too much influence on the importance of money? Work through problems, don't try to run away from them.
If so, admit it. Are you or people close to you putting too much influence on the importance of money? Work through problems, don't try to run away from them.
Health: The reversed 5 of Swords shows that you may be under tremendous stress now. However, at least some of this is stress which you are causing for yourself. Back up and realize that you can control some of this.
You don't have to (and can't) do everything. Make time for rest and relaxation and realize that not everything must be perfect. You are human, after all.
You don't have to (and can't) do everything. Make time for rest and relaxation and realize that not everything must be perfect. You are human, after all.