by estellew | Aug 11, 2015 | Minor Arcana, Swords, Tarot
The Ten of Swords is also called the Lord of Ruin and is associated with Sun in Gemini. The Sun is the life-force and ego while Gemini represents the dual nature of the world and everything in it, the polarity of ideas and energy, and the ability of the mind to cut or cure. Traditionally this card speaks of ruin of the individual through financial, emotional, physical or spiritual means. There may be lies, fraud, libel or slander involved and with it the end of a long term situation or relationship. Be aware that if any of these situations occur then the writing has been on the wall for some time yet you did not want to see it. So it drops on your head so that this time you sit up and pay attention. There is a great fear that current circumstances which may be difficult will continue with no end in sight, and that they may even get worse. This is residual thinking from old patterns from the past and from childhood that have been imprinted by family conditioning. A defeatist attitude that says nothing will improve no matter what is present. Look at which of your parents or other care-givers held this great fear of ruin and realise you don't have to adopt that legacy - you can always make a different choice in any moment. Understanding that the choice is yours to make sets you on the road to self-discovery and true happiness. There is a tendency towards depression which returns on itself in a loop and is self-perpetuating. The only way out is to...
by estellew | Aug 7, 2015 | Court Cards, Minor Arcana, Pages, Swords, Tarot
The Page of Swords is also known as the Princess of the Rushing Winds and Lotus of the Palace of Air and represents clarity from confusion, news and ideas. This Page is rebellious, impatient and eager to cut through anything that gets in the way of progress and excitement. He is also clever and witty. He represents freedom of thought, especially those that break free from stale and obsolete beliefs and ways of thinking. If he is impeded or not given intellectual free reign, whether by authority, superiors or his own beliefs, he can become spiteful and petty. The key to moving out of this is to embrace change and fearlessness. If referring to a child or young person, this Page is changeable, engaging and knows how to charm with words. He enjoys movement and sports, but he excels in games of cleverness and wit. Whenever this Page turns up in a reading, he brings news - letters, phone calls, emails and verbal news that brings changes to your life. On a deeper level, he heralds changes of beliefs, mental processes and new learnings. There is much to be learned through communication and conversations - both deep and superficial. There is a rebelliousness of ideas and a desire to overthrow the old order with something new and fresh. The Page is an immature energy, so often this energy will misfire until it finds its feet and becomes more directed so it is advised to take your ideas and give them the benefit of time and maturity to get the most traction and benefit from them. There is a need...
by estellew | Aug 7, 2015 | Court Cards, Knights, Minor Arcana, Swords, Tarot
The Knight of Swords is sometimes called the Lord of the Winds and the Breezes, and King of the Spirits of Air. His affinity is with the air signs of Gemini, Libra and Aquarius. As with all Knights, this one represents movement, and since we have the Element of Air it is movement in the realm of thoughts, ideas, beliefs and messages. Traditionally this card prepares you for some news, this can be around negotiations, contracts and can be surprising or unwelcome. There is a need to prepare yourself, make sure you have all the facts and not be caught out without all bases covered. There may be someone around you now that wants to trip you up and will use reason and logic in order to do it - this is the card of the Animus who uses their cutting words and thoughts to make you doubt yourself. If you have done your homework and are prepared, then the Knight of Swords can mean you need to get ready to move forward, as the news you receive will be something you have been waiting for, but you will need to be quick. There are no delays tolerated with this card's influence. As a person the Knight of Swords is quick-witted, charming, clever and sometimes cruel, or it may be he is merely thoughtless. He has no time or inclination to get mired in emotions, or attached to things or people, and he needs to be forever stimulated mentally in order to be at his best. If he becomes petty-minded or impatient, then it means he is not sufficiently...
by estellew | Aug 7, 2015 | Knights, Minor Arcana, Swords, Tarot
The Knight of Swords is referred to as the Lord of the Winds and the Breezes and King of the Spirits of Air, and he represents the creative aspect of mind and intuitive thinking. He bestows clear perception and freedom from limiting beliefs. He brandishes his sword as he flies along on his steed and there is nothing that will stop or delay him from his purpose. This refers to the quality of a new idea that can overtake you and you cannot stop until you pursue it to its end. As with all the Swords, the ideas that are born can lead to inspiration or conflict and so the danger is to avoid being callous or insensitive while pursuing your purpose. This Knight heralds swift and unmistakable changes to routine and life's ordinary patterns. What starts out as an inspired idea has the potential to sweep all before it and uproot your life and create much disorder. The lesson for you here is to learn to be flexible with change, to embrace change or at least not be totally disrupted by it. Changes are not always bad, but change is often necessary and uncomfortable because if we are left to decide when we change we would probably want to stay right where we are as we have become accustomed to the comfort of routine and certainty. If this Knight comes into your life as a person, he is brilliant and inventive and attractively compelling, but also a little cold and callous. He has the air sign qualities associated with Gemini, Libra and Aquarius, and so embodies the winds...
by estellew | Aug 7, 2015 | Court Cards, Minor Arcana, Queens, Swords, Tarot
Known also as the Queen of the Thrones of Air, the Queen of Swords represents mental development, independent, clear thought and intent. She brings grace, perception and rationale to matters that may otherwise descend into an emotional She personifies inner strength and a quiet fortitude that is born of learning from personal suffering. She is independent and self-sufficient and so does not need others to fulfill her emotional needs, nor is she easily swayed by emotion or emotional argument. In her best self she is happy and confident and will share her wisdom and strength with anyone she feels who may need or ask for it. However, as we have seen in other cards of this Suit, the Sword is a two-edged blade. It can be a weapon to harm or defend, or a tool to progress one's plans. Since the Swords deal with thoughts and the mental realm, they always indicate how the thoughts that we choose will dictate the course of our experience. When this Queen appears in a reading for you, she can represent a woman who is or will be important to you. She is clear-thinking, well-organised and efficient, and she will tell you what you need to do in order to achieve your goals. Where you need help to pursue a fair outcome, she is your champion because her essence is fairness and justice. She is a strong leader and a fast thinker, and is a good egg to have on your side in a crisis. When she is not in her right energy, she can become overly critical and intolerant, and can cut...
by estellew | Aug 7, 2015 | Court Cards, Kings, Minor Arcana, Swords, Tarot
The King of Swords is the Prince of the Chariot of the Winds and represents mastery of mental skills, strategy and rhetoric. He is aligned with those Air signs of Gemini, Libra and Aquarius. The King of Swords is the ultimate strategist. He is focused, direct and clever. He is driven by intellectual curiosity and pride and loves a battle of words. Some will say he is emotionally cold but it is only because he speaks directly to the truth and does not believe in garnishing the truth to spare the emotions. The King of Swords is an idealist and so is often impractical and unable to deal with the murky reality of life in all its messiness. He is a list-maker, an organiser, a person who can be relied on to plan, communicate and execute a way forward. He is a lawmaker and justice seeker, his mind is like a steel trap and he is the person to approach when you need a clear cut plan of action. When the King of Swords turns up in a reading, he signals the necessity to adopt clear thinking, fairness and logic in a situation that has been troubling you. It is time to put emotional arguments aside and stop putting things off in the hope that the situation will improve on its own. If you need to seek advice to gain clarity on a matter that has been troubling you, then now is the time to do so. Sometimes we just need an unbiased view and opinion from someone who resides outside of the problem. The appearance of this card...
