| the Suit of Swords
The Suit of Swords is associated with the element of air, representing our mind and mental ability. Swords show how we think and reason, but can also be symbolic of strife or aggresive behavior, as these often start in the mind.
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| Swords
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| Ace |
Triumph |
Strength in spite of adversity, an indication that good will come. |
| 2 |
Balance |
Stalemate, nothing can move or change, a situation of great tension |
| 3 |
Sorrow |
Quarrels & conflict, stormy weather for relationships, tension released. |
| 4 |
Seclusion |
A need for rest or retreat after stress of physical or emotional tension. |
| 5 |
Defeat |
Pride must be swallowed, & limitations accepted, for progress to be made. |
| 6 |
Passage |
A period of calm after great anxiety, release of tension, smoother waters. |
| 7 |
Opposition |
A need for evasion & avoidance of confrontation to reach an objective. |
| 8 |
Indecision |
A fear of moving out of a situation of bondage, paralysis, a no win situation. |
| 9 |
Nightmare |
A time in which the mind is tormented by fears of impending doom. |
| 10 |
Ruin |
The end of a painful situation or state, an ability to see a situation realistically. |
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Ideas |
Beginnings of intellectual development; gossip may cause disruption. |
| Knight |
Ingenuity |
Gemini ~ A fascinating & disruptive individual; alertness & sudden change. |
| Queen |
Independence |
Aquarius ~ A strong, idealistic, aloof woman; immovable faith & high ideals. |
| King |
Intellect |
Libra ~ An intelligent, charming, high-principled person; logic & reasoning. |
| the Suit of Pentacles
The Suit of Pentacles is associated with the element of earth, representing our connection with the material world. Pentacles can indicate material gain and abundance, or they can represent difficulties with handling finances. Pentacles show the financial success or material gains you can develop in your life.
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| Pentacles
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| Ace |
Reward |
Material achievement is possible & financial aid for new enterprise. |
| 2 |
Change |
Change & fluctuation in financial matters, harmony within the change. |
| 3 |
Work |
Initial completion of work, structure is built, requires finishing touches. |
| 4 |
Possessiveness |
Danger in clinging too tightly to what is earned. Nothing can be gained. |
| 5 |
Anxiety |
Loss of finances & esteem, losing faith in oneself & in life. |
| 6 |
Generosity |
Help from a generous friend or employer, good fortune is shared. |
| 7 |
Frustration |
A difficult decision must be made, material security or new opportunities. |
| 8 |
Craftsmanship |
The apprentice, training or starting out anew in another profession. |
| 9 |
Abundance |
Great satisfaction & pleasure, reward for effort, & material benefits. |
| 10 |
Protection |
Financial stability, a firm foundation for home & family. |
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Practicality |
Beginning awareness of material value; slow & patient development. |
| Knight |
Reliability |
Virgo ~ A gentle & hard-working young man; reliability & practicality. |
| Queen |
Good Fortune |
Taurus ~ A strong, sensual woman; self-sufficient yet generous. |
| King |
Pragmatism |
Capricorn~ An ambitious, successful individual; material self-confidence. |
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