Seven of Swords

Seven of Swords is a Minor Arcana card from the suit of Swords in the Rider–Waite tarot. Key themes: Deception, Strategy, Theft, Avoidance.

Upright Meaning

Beware of someone's deception or unfair actions. Strategic thinking is needed.

Reversed Meaning

Truth is being revealed or you are taking an honest approach.

Love & Relationships

Upright Not honest with each other currently. Hiding secrets, or investigating partner due to mistrust.

Reversed Secrets revealing now. Embarrassed as hidden things revealed, or feeling betrayed knowing partner's lies but might feel relieved.

Love Advice

Don't use tricks. Can't win heart with petty tricks. Confess honestly, or need wisdom to see through partner's lies.

Future Outlook

Upright You will need to beware of someone's deception or unfair actions in the future. Strategic thinking will be needed.

Reversed Truth will be revealed or you will take an honest approach in the future.

Meditation & Reflection

Take a moment to reflect on the message this card offers. Feel it with your heart, not your head, and ask yourself what you truly need right now.

Tarot stories about Seven of Swords

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