What does the Seven of Swords tarot card mean?

The motto of the Seven of Swords is "smart heroes always take a detour." This card describes an attempt to find a way out of a difficult situation and avoid conflict through tricks and machinations (rather than open confrontation). It points to the necessity of being cunning, using your head, and resorting to strategic dodges. This might not be the best behavior, but sometimes it is necessary in life, and we all understand this in childhood. After all, you can't tell your parents the WHOLE truth, really! J Sometimes you have to put the Seven of Swords into play so that the wolves are fed, the sheep are safe, and the shepherd gets a medal of honor.

What does the Seven of Swords reversed mean?

Again—"he who digs a pit for others will fall into it himself," and here, it seems, you already have!

What does the Seven of Swords mean in love?

Cunning and lies, or at the very least—insincerity. What is hindering sincerity can be suggested by other cards. This card loves what can be called a false idyll—partners pretend that everything is fine, although at least one of them knows perfectly well that things are not at all what they seem and is wrapping the other around their finger.

What does the Seven of Swords mean for career?

By and large, this is a card of planning and maneuvers. The surrounding cards will tell you what comes of it. There is an opinion that a plan under the Seven of Swords always fails, but this is clearly an exaggeration. This card could very well be like a brilliant special operation behind enemy lines that will become legendary for a long time. It is energy directed at creating plans, projects. The card can also mean overcoming difficulties, triumphing over routine by thoroughly mastering it, it is success after long, feverish activity.

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Seven of Swords

Swords — Minor Arcana

Lord of Unstable Effort

Uncertainty

Mercury as a symbol of cunning, deception, meanness, and insincerity.

Libra, Aquarius, Moon in Aquarius, Venus in Pisces.

Third decan of Aquarius from February 9 to 18.

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