Minor Arcana · Air

King of Swords tarot card meaning

Upright keywords

authority, truth, intellect

Reversed keywords

manipulation, abuse of power, harshness

King of Swords upright meaning

A logical, fair authority. Decisions come from clear thinking. As a Swords card it speaks of thought, truth, conflict and communication.

King of Swords reversed meaning

Reversed, this card points to manipulation, abuse of power, harshness. Look at where the thought, truth, conflict and communication of the Swords suit feels blocked or overdone.

King of Swords in love

In love, authority colors the relationship: a logical, fair authority. Decisions come from clear thinking.

King of Swords in career and money

At work and with money, authority applies: a logical, fair authority. Decisions come from clear thinking.

King of Swords: yes or no?

Maybe. The King of Swords is a maybe. The outcome depends on your choices, so gather more information before you decide.

Tarot is for reflection and entertainment, not professional advice.

More about King of Swords

King of Swords reversed meaning King of Swords love meaning King of Swords career and money meaning King of Swords yes or no answer

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