Seven of Swords
Card of the week. 18 - 25 July, 2024.
Astrology: Sagittarius, Virgo
Planet: Mercury
Number: 7
Relates to people born 28th of October to the 1st of November
Timing: 7th of February - 20th of February
Divinatory Message: The number 7 represents a time of solitude and questioning oneself so the focus of the 7 of Swords is on adjustments and ill-conceived plans. The 7 of Swords suggest that sometimes it is necessary to use evasive tactics and use intelligence, tact and diplomacy rather than aggression and/or force to achieve the desired result.
Upright Keywords (U): setbacks, delays, postponements, evasion, quarreling, tact, escaping from a situation, a plan leading to failure.
A few upright interpretations:
The Seven of Swords often depicts “The Trickster” and may indicate that things may not work out as planned or expected. You are aske to show boldness and tenacity in action to bring about the desired results. You are encouraged to dare to be bold and take risks at this time.
Upright, the 7 of Swords implies stealth around someone who attempts to outsmart destiny and evade the consequences of their wrong-doings.
Appearing in a reading, the 7 of Swords may indicate that dealings may be dishonest or not straight-foward and direct. It brings a message to be particulary aware of all proceedings and remain cautious.
In a reading, the 7 of Swords tells of the possibility of tension, arguments, disagreements and misunderstandings within a current situation. It may also imply that someone is spying of delving into issues that are not their concern.
Reversed Keywords (R): confusion, bad timing, loss of concentration, defeat, disillusion, disappointment and disorganization.
A few reverse interpretations:
Reversed, the 7 of Swords asks you to listen very carefully to some good advice or a well thought out suggestion - otherwise you may find yourself in an uncomfortable and/or inappropriate situation or circumstance.
When appearing reversed in a spread, the 7 of Swords may be indicating that during a struggle you chose to relax or ignore something at the wrong time and this results in the other party taking advantage, leaving you confused, deflated and defeated. There may also be a feeling of being blocked into a difficult set of circumstances.
Something that you thought you lost may finally be found or may be returned or will return to you when the reversed 7 of Swords shows up in reading.
The reversed 7 of Swords is a message to be alert, aware and conscious of security issues, as property loss is indicated. Remaining vigilant will prevent this.
If you are attempting to read cards for yourself or others, these are just a few interpretations of the card. As you become more secure and proficient at reading cards, you should be able to come up with your own intuitive meanings of this card.
Until next time.
Be Good to Yourselves.
Tara, xx
Well isn’t this card spot on!