The arrival of this numerical Arcana in a reading usually frightens clients very much. Indeed, the 9 of Swords Tarot, the meaning of which we will now analyze, is one of the darkest cards in the magic deck. But it is important to understand that the terrible torment prescribed by Arkan most often occurs not on the external, but on the internal level. But let's take things in order.
General description of the card, plot and meaning in the layout
In the illustrative image of the card in the Rider-Waite deck, we see a situation of so-called nightmares, when a person cannot sleep, and dark thoughts wander through his head. The picture shows a girl who woke up in the middle of the night and is in a state of complete despair. There is an opinion that the heroine of Arcana is the famous Juliet, who learned that her lover was facing execution. Whether this is really so, of course, we do not know for certain, but even if it is not her, the 9 of Swords of the Rider-Waite Tarot perfectly illustrates the state of difficult emotional experiences.
Nine of Swords Card Keywords and Ideas
To compile a list of keywords that immerse us in the symbolic field of the map, we need to think about what could bring a person such severe suffering that does not allow him to sleep peacefully at night. If we turn on our imagination, we get the following concepts:
- Hopelessness
- Failure
- Suffering
- Suspicions
- Despair
- Negative, heavy thoughts
- Pangs of conscience
- Neurosis, mental attacks
- Nightmares
Meaning of 9 of Swords in upright position
The traditional meaning of the Nine of Swords Tarot does not require any special explanation - just look at the list of key expressions and associate them with the required situation, or pull out additional, clarifying cards. The most important thing (which we already talked about at the beginning of the article) is to realize that the whole nightmare of the state described by the card occurs inside a person. There is no external threat, so the cause is some thoughts, already experienced situations, losses, past events, or, conversely, complete uncertainty, fear for the future, and perhaps the torment of one’s own conscience. This is real emotional torture that not everyone can withstand. The meaning of the Nine of Swords as a card of the day is a difficult day, filled with experiences.
The meaning of the card in an inverted position
A reversed card in a reading carries exactly the same negative energy as a straight one, however, in most cases it hints that there is no real, objective reason for such suffering, and the person is actually suffering in vain, beating himself up. We can say that the cause of despair, anxiety and severe anxiety are invented fears, groundless suspicions and doubts, gossip, slander, false information accepted as the truth. However, sometimes under this Arcanum there is acceptance of one’s own pain, purification of the soul through suffering, but this is less common.
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What does the card mean in love readings?
It is difficult to derive a single meaning for the Nine of Swords Tarot in relationships that would be applicable to all situations without exception. Very often, Masters advise pulling out an additional card in order to understand what is the reason for a person’s torment. But let's look at the possible options.
Straight position
So, what could be the meaning of the 9 Swords Tarot in a relationship? Whatever! The person under this card suffers greatly; he is overcome by despair, anxiety, restlessness, fears, depression, and a nervous breakdown. The reason could be some action or words of a loved one, some difficult situations in the family, separation, domestic violence, betrayal (both of a partner and one’s own), jealousy - whatever!
However, sometimes the card acts as a significator of “hysterical relationships”, when a person is so dependent on his partner that he begins to make scandals over trifles, get into his phone and email, and track his every move. And the reason for all this is the panicky fear of losing a loved one. Also, this Arcanum often goes through the torment of lonely people who seem strong and self-sufficient, but at night they cry into their pillows from hopelessness.
Inverted position
The inverted Nine of Swords of the Tarot in love takes on a slightly different meaning: a person just cannot fall asleep due to worries, but there is no real basis for such behavior. The man he loves is just late at work, and the woman is already crying into her pillow, suspecting him of cheating, the husband got busy and forgot about the wedding anniversary - the wife imagines that the marriage is falling apart and suffers - all these situations fit perfectly into the reverse manifestation of this numerical Arcana.
The meaning of the card in health layouts
Now let's move on to the meaning of the Nine of Swords Tarot in health.
Straight position
In fact, the card can describe any situation, the symptoms of which could be insomnia. This could be post-traumatic shock, poisoning, pain after surgery, allergies, a jump in blood pressure, bedwetting, news of an unpleasant diagnosis, panic attacks or another serious nervous disorder. Also, in rare cases, the map may indicate post-drug withdrawal symptoms and severe hangovers after binge drinking in alcoholics.
Inverted position
The reverse card will report imaginary problems, for example, the inability to sleep peacefully before a diagnosis is made, obsessive fears about the state of one’s own health, imaginary problems, and sometimes the fear of going to the doctor when a person has some symptoms, but does not notice them in the hustle and bustle of the day her, and at night she begins to be tormented by thoughts “what if I have cancer (AIDS, anemia, infertility, etc.)?” instead of making an appointment with a specialist.
What does the card mean in fortune telling for personality analysis and psychological state?
To complement the already gloomy picture, consider the meaning of the Nine of Swords Tarot card when it describes a person’s character and his state of mind.
Straight position
A deeply unhappy person who is constantly bombarded with problems. This could be an unbalanced person who has a bunch of complexes, or a person who experiences any collapse in life very hard. Psychological state - depression, despair, mental pain, fears, guilt.
Inverted position
A hysterical person, prone to strong emotional experiences for any reason, a person with a pessimistic outlook on life, or a person who invents reasons for concern for himself. State of mind is the traditional interpretation of the card, but in the absence of really existing problems.
The meaning of the card in layouts for work, finance
Another important area of life that is worth mentioning when analyzing the symbolic field of the map is professional activity.
Straight position
Hatred of work or position, professional failures, fears and worries about the work itself or money, fear of inspections or public speaking - in a word, everything that can make a person lose sleep. The professions described by the card are most often psychologists and priests.
Inverted position
The meaning of the Nine of Swords Tarot reversed is groundless fears and concerns, as well as anxiety about events that have not yet happened and, objectively speaking, are unlikely to happen. Fear of dismissal or a serious mistake, pangs of conscience when a person did something wrong and is now worried that his actions will ruin the entire project, and other unpleasant emotions. The card also shows too much worry about money, although in fact there is no reason to worry.
The meaning of the card in combination with the Major Arcana
Independent study of card combinations is, perhaps, the most important thing in the work of a tarot reader, because only the Master himself can intuitively understand what this or that Arcanum means in a particular situation. You can take our findings as a starting point for your own research. 
- : Worry about the child
- : Empty Beginnings
- : Nightmarish premonitions
- : Risk of miscarriage
- : Violence at work or in the family
- : Feelings of shame, remorse
- : Worries about relationships or major choices
- : A series of ongoing nightmares
- : Loss of spirit, mental weakness, feeling of powerlessness
- : Mental suffering due to loneliness, or a situation where a person can cry out his pain only alone
- : Troubling times
- : Strong feelings of guilt
- : Too much mental pain
- : Mourning someone's death or serious loss
- : The pain gradually subsides
- Devil: Drug withdrawal, terrible pangs of conscience
- Tower: Worries due to divorce, separation, business failure, serious illness
- Star: Hope that time will heal wounds
- Moon: Torment due to deception or uncertainty about the future
- Sun: Good will still triumph over evil
- Judgment: Worry about paying for your sins
- Peace: The experience of pain ends, the process of recovery begins
The meaning of the 9 of Swords in combination with the Minor Arcana
Now let's look at the manifestation of this gloomy numerical card in proximity to the other Minor Arcana.
With the suit of Staves
- : Mental emptiness, pain
- : Worry about how to move on with your life
- : The meaning of the Tarot card 9 Swords with 3 Staves - problems growing like a snowball
- : Wake, failures in the house
- : Hostility, conflicts that prevent you from sleeping peacefully
- : Fiasco
- Seven: Becoming a victim of humiliation or dismissal
- Eight: Full-body fear
- : Worry due to foreboding
- : Broken Spirit
- : Worrying about a teenager
- : Anxiety due to one's own insecurities
- : Suffering because of a woman
- King: Suffer for a man
With the suit of Cups
- : Love's pangs
- : Worry about love or friendships
- : Spoiled holiday, failed wedding
- : Severe depression, nothing is a joy
- : Emotional pain
- : Soul feelings
- : Empty suffering
- : Thoughts of suicide
- : Worry that happiness is over
- : Experiences associated with relatives
- Page: Suffering from falling in love
- Knight: The pain of unreciprocated love
- Queen: Deep emotional experiences
- King: Lack of control over one's own feelings
With the suit of Swords
The Tarot deck contains joyful or calm cards, some evoke fear, others reflect a state of despair. The latter includes the Nine of Swords. Even the image on the map encourages sad thoughts; it literally radiates a state of depression. Let's look at the meaning of the Nine of Swords of the Tarot, as it is interpreted in layouts.
Description and essence of the lasso
The card shows a woman in bed. She covered her face with her hands and with her entire appearance conveys deep despair to the viewer. The Nine of Swords is a card of depression. You need to understand that this state is transitional. Everything in the world develops in a spiral. Achievement is the loss of aspiration towards a goal. She is already in her hands, therefore, the interest is gone, destroyed. A person is looking for a new meaning in life. And this is a difficult process. Its emotional component is described in the Swords Tarot deck. The presentiment of danger - the number eight - turns into an understanding of the destructiveness of the current period. Its essence is reflected by the Nine of Swords (Tarot). A person comes to understand the futility of past aspirations, the inspiration that previously gave strength leaves him. This is a card of despair and depression. Often she shows the pangs of a bad conscience. The Nine of Swords is not only about moral suffering. It is associated with real diseases of the body. A person’s energy has run out; he has no strength to resist life’s circumstances. In a broader sense, the lasso symbolizes a situation of a tough choice between holiness and blasphemy. This is a painful process that drags a person into a fog of unbelief and uncertainty. The supports that previously supported them have broken, we need to look for new ones, but where exactly is unclear. This is how, by the way, he feels sick: it seems to him that the illness will never end, that it will devour his body forever, until his death. There is no one who can help get rid of this suffering.
Reverse Nine of Swords Tarot: meaning
An inverted card carries an even more negative meaning. It is a harbinger that a person will not withstand the burden of circumstances and will take the side of universal evil. The result will be terrible pangs of conscience. The 9 of Swords inverted is a betrayal committed due to forced circumstances, the inability to continue to be true to one’s principles. A person refuses everything that his parents and educators instilled in him; he will inevitably fall to the moral bottom. If the lasso often appears in readings, it means that someone from the environment or the fortuneteller himself is prone to antisocial actions and seeks to come under the protection of dark forces. This person does not understand the power of shrines, and is not ready to endure the slightest hardship for the sake of a clear conscience. The Nine of Swords (reversed) in a relationship indicates too much difference in the worldview of the partners. This may be a consequence of growing up in different environments or mental belonging to two opposite, non-intersecting worlds. The Arcanum should be taken as advice in any position. You are or will soon find yourself in a very difficult situation. You will have to make the decision yourself, no one will tell you. And those who try to help will not be trustworthy. And the entire future fate depends on the decision made. Under the influence of the 9 Swords, the most terrible, shameful acts and even crimes are committed.
Philosophy of layouts
Such a heavy lasso “spoils” any combination of cards. The Nine of Swords in any position indicates that a period of spiritual rebirth is coming. All people face this experience. The essence of our life is development. But it is never smooth. Behind the rise and success are hard work, intense thinking, spiritual quest and the right decisions. It's easy to stumble on this road. And it's not just about obstacles. Next to you are people who have their own view of things. We interact with them, argue or agree, quarrel and make peace. This pushes for new achievements of the spirit, reflection, and changes in worldview. We set goals and achieve what we want. With receiving comes devastation and rethinking. This is a period of energy decline and the search for a new goal. It is insidious in that a person ceases to value what previously seemed important, but it is already in his hands. Doubt creeps into the soul that he acted correctly, followed by rejection of previous authorities. Our nine is the torment of the soul, often reflected in the physical body. These are the fears of the night just before dawn. In life they have a specific practical implementation, each with their own.
Interpretation of love alignment
The appearance of Swords is unfavorable when guessing about relationships. This suit speaks of some kind of tension, a problem. Cups are responsible for feelings, and conflicts, wars, and strict rationalism are brought into the layouts by Swords (Tarot). Our lasso plays a destructive role in relationships. And only the depth of the conflict, but not its presence, depends on the position of the map. If the lasso falls in the “past” position, it means that the crisis as a whole has been overcome, but still affects the situation. It feels bad when the Queen of Swords appears nearby. This is a sign of influence on a relationship by a woman who is cunning, insidious, selfish and aggressive. Simply, your love has become the object of envy of an active witch. This is exactly what you can call a person who sticks his long nose into other people's affairs, trying to destroy the happiness of other people. Next to the prosperous arcana, the nine of swords card softens a little. It does not show the suffering of the soul, but a specific physical ailment. In the female scenario, this may be banal menstruation, but only if our lasso falls in an upright position. Inverted portends a more serious illness, which will force you to put things off and put you to bed. And we should not forget that all conflicts, scandals, breaks, and related proceedings are shown by Swords. In Tarot, the meaning of each suit is strictly defined. Swords are considered the strongest, they impose their meanings even on the major arcana.
Interpretation of the business situation
If the Nine of Swords comes up during fortune telling, get ready for problems. They won’t necessarily turn out to be insoluble, but they will make you worry. The essence of the conflict, and we are talking specifically about disagreements with other people, is judged by the neighboring arcana. For example, an inverted Queen of Swords with a Nine in the same position speaks of the betrayal of a woman whom you trusted unconditionally. The king in the same combination foreshadows the injustice of the authorities or the inspection body. When the question concerns negotiations or concluding a contract, give up hope for a favorable outcome. The meeting will be postponed due to illness of one of the partners. If there are unfavorable major arcana nearby, you will have to refuse a lucrative offer; if there are positive cards, everything will soon get better, you will be able to find a common point of view. The described nine indicates the presence of a conflict. It is important to understand this; the accompanying cards speak about the essence of the situation. For example, the Moon with Swords speaks of deception. Moreover, they decided to rob the fortuneteller, taking advantage of his trust. The enemy should be looked for nearby, this is a close person. The Tower with the Nine of Swords foreshadows the complete destruction of plans, for a business person - bankruptcy, loss of a significant part of property. If a Jester appears next to the described lasso, you will reproach yourself for listening to a flatterer and rejecting the offer of a decent person.
Impact on health
It’s really bad if our lasso appears when the question concerns the state of the body. For the sick, it portends a worsening of the disease, for the healthy – its appearance. You can forget about an active lifestyle for a long time. The condition of the body will not allow you to work normally or enjoy communication with friends and loved ones. In addition, our lasso points to more serious, underlying causes of the disease. If the Tower, Moon, or Judgment are nearby, we are talking about karmic problems, the Devil is about an excessive desire for pleasure, the Hanged Man is about destructive self-restraints. An inverted card indicates the inability to solve the problem on your own. In this situation, you need to contact a specialist. And the sooner help comes, the weaker the negative consequences will be. The Nine of Swords of the Tarot, the combination of which with other arcana tends to enhance negativity, is favorable in the scenario for the likelihood of a favorable outcome of surgical intervention. It foreshadows the recovery period after surgery. That is, this is a conscious dive to the bottom of despair in order to remove the nest of the disease.
Card of the day
The described lasso projects depression and despair onto all aspects of a person’s life. But there are situations when it can be called not only positive, but not as severe as in combinations with others. This happens when only 9 Swords are rolled. The card of the day is exactly such a situation. Our lasso is enhanced by the energy of the cards that appear nearby. When it appears in “splendid isolation,” it can be perceived as an ordinary nuisance, and not a terrible grief. Nine of the Swords suit indicates that the day will be cloudy and joyless. As a rule, it foreshadows a minor illness, the beginning of menstruation for a woman, for example. Reversed indicates physical or moral suffering. But they will not be global and will quickly end. In general, the day will pass, as they say, and thank God! Don't expect significant events from him. It is likely that during this day you will break a heel or cut a finger, have a runny nose or a toothache. The problem will be solved quickly, but, to put it mildly, it will not bring pleasure. It is not advisable to plan important things on such a day. Postpone them for another, more favorable time. If you are going to make a public speech or participate in a mass event, take a talisman with you. Nine sometimes indicates “evil eyes” directed in your direction. Inverted, it speaks of pangs of conscience.
Combination with the Major Arcana
In layouts, the cards are interconnected. They give rise to unique energies and indicate the subtleties and nuances of the situation. The Nine of Swords with other cards conveys the following meanings:
- with the Jester - problems for the younger generation;
- with the Magician - the inability to accomplish what was planned;
- with the High Priestess - unconscious torment, deep-seated anxieties;
- with the Empress - a threat to women’s health;
- with the Emperor there is a cruel man nearby;
- with the Hierophant - shame;
- with Lovers - sleepless nights;
- with the Chariot - constant nightmares;
- with Strength - loss of spirit;
- with the Hermit - lack of support in a difficult situation;
- with the Wheel of Fortune - unsteady ground underfoot;
- with Death - trouble;
- with the Star - hope;
- with the Sun - the triumph of justice;
- with the World - a way out of the crisis.
If our lasso is inverted, then all favorable predictions should be postponed in time. That is, if hope appears, it will not be soon, a way out will be found later than desired, and so on. The Nine of Swords does not deny the positive meaning of the major arcana, but rather mutes emotions. This means that the joy will not be as sincere, the achievement will not bring pleasure, the impression of success will be spoiled by unpleasantness.
The philosophy of Tarot is that everything that happens leads to development. There is nothing useless in the world. What we perceive negatively, with suffering and tears, pushes us to rethink the past, change behavior, and search for other ways. Pain is just a stage in the ascent to happiness. Our nine is a harbinger that despair is finite. It cannot last until death. Hope for light should not leave you even in the darkest night. A little time will pass and the sun will peek over the horizon. Despair forces you to be stronger, suffering leads to the appearance of kindness in your soul. And the terrible torment that we persistently endure makes us perceive moments of joy much brighter and appreciate them more. Nine recommends not concentrating on your experiences and not turning away from the world. Try to find a rational grain in your fears. For example, betrayal hurts the heart, but it forces you to take a closer look at those you trust and to abandon people who are not worthy of trust. They will leave, the space will be cleared of negativity, right? In their place will come sincere friends who are able to love you as you are. Even death is a harbinger of new life. But our lasso does not talk about such global changes. It reflects the suffering of the soul striving for divine harmony.
Conclusion
People who are just beginning to understand the intricacies of the Tarot are surprised why our lasso speaks of both mental and physical pain. It is difficult at first to differentiate and determine what the harbinger is in a given situation. In fact, it is the same pain. Nine indicates a conflict between the ego and the inner “I.” It develops progressively if not eliminated. At the first stage, dissatisfaction appears and becomes chronic. Surely you have come across people who constantly grumble, swear, and are dissatisfied with everything. This is already the second stage of the conflict - the soul is taken over by negativity in the broadest sense. If you do not work on it, then the disagreement between the ego and soul deepens. At this stage, physical illness manifests itself. The description is schematic. It happens that the process takes years to develop, or it can happen quickly. For example, they were offended by their loved one, and in the evening they fell into bed with a sore throat. Get better, analyze your condition on this day. Surely you will find all the stages of conflict development. But let's get back to our sheep. The Nine of Swords in the “past” position says that the conflict described is nearing completion. If it turns out to be the result of the situation, the test is still ahead. It can be prevented by engaging in spiritual practices. Trouble will still happen, but you will get through it easily without bothering yourself. You know, some people never get sick, never shed tears, don’t wake up sweating in horror, and the like. Their brains are constantly working, analyzing what is happening and their place in situations. This, of course, is difficult, but energy is not wasted on the “emptiness”, which is negative experiences and suffering. But when doing fortune telling, they don’t get the Nine of Swords. They do not have such energies in their aura, which is what we wish for you. Good luck!
Nine of Swords in Tarot Cards: meaning, description, combination
The Nine of Swords Tarot card belongs to the suit of swords and belongs to the group of minor arcana. It depicts a bed with a grieving woman and 9 swords or rapiers. Swords above the bed indicate a future test. Understanding past failures will help you cope with it. Swords have the strongest negative effect in the entire Tarot deck; surrounded by light cards, it remains as strong as ever.
The upright position promises great misfortune.
The Nine of Swords indicates hidden anxiety, panic, and guilt that haunts you for a long time. The reason may be previously made mistakes, temporary failures, powerlessness in the face of past difficulties. Being a bad messenger and having a destructive meaning, the card has a lasso indicating the end of the black stripe. The Nine of Swords may be preceded by a long period of failure and suffering, but its appearance indicates the beginning of a bright path.
The appearance of the nine of swords with the Priestess means internal anxiety that has been tormenting for a long time. Paired with the Hierophant, it means shame for past deeds.
The Nine of Swords in an upright position does not say anything good about a career. The alignment with her rather warns of upcoming difficulties, possible problems with the authorities. Uncertainty and lack of will reduce the likelihood of choosing the right solution for future problems. We need to overcome our shortcomings. Various combinations of the Nine of Swords indicate inadequacy for the position held. About the boss indicates the qualities of an exploiter and a tyrant.
The inverted position promises the end of suffering.
The Nine of Swords signals the opening of worries, faith and hope for the best will increase. The layout of cards with 9 swords is a bad sign; its appearance can mean the loss of a loved one, loss of faith, or the appearance of an enemy. A turning point is possible, giving additional strength and confidence. It is necessary to find hidden reserves that allow you to survive adversity and fight back.
In the card layout, the Nine of Swords and the Chariot are the bearers of bad news. The Hermit and the Swords report the necessary support of loved ones.
The reversed Nine of Swords in a reading indicates a negative attitude from superiors or colleagues. It is possible that an envious person or rival will appear, trying to harm you in every possible way. Uncertainty and lack of faith will prevent you from coping with the problems that arise, so it is necessary to overcome your weaknesses. The positive aspect is the end of a difficult period. The time has come to make new plans and implement them. Look for an influential ally to implement projects. You need to remember common sense and be careful.
In relationships, the card communicates anxiety.
In a love relationship, no matter how the cards are laid out, the Nine of Swords does not bring anything good; it communicates hidden hatred, anxiety, and uncertainty in a partner. Swords pointing forward speak of dark intentions, a desire to harm for suspicion of betrayal. The appearance of swords in the scenario may indicate that all suspicions are groundless. To get a true picture of what is happening, you need to carefully study the surrounding maps. The value of the nearby Force indicates causeless anxiety. The court reports the likely retribution for a bad attitude towards a loved one.
Reversed Swords or Swords give hope for improved relationships. It takes hard work to gain more trust from your partner. Past worries will remain, they will cause mental pain, and the fight will become easier. A pair of Nine of Swords and Peace will indicate a way out of the situation; the Sun or Star will announce the end of experiences and the beginning of a new strong relationship.
The meaning of the card Nine of all suits
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  Nine of Cups |
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  Nine of Pentacles |
Five of Swords in Tarot Cards: meaning, description, combination
The Five of Swords map shows the battlefield. The battle is already over, the two defeated dejectedly wander away, towards the sea coast, and the winner looks after them with a grin. He holds trophies of war in his hands: he holds two swords on his shoulder, and leans on the third like a cane. Two more swords lie nearby - apparently, they belonged to defeated opponents who threw down their weapons. The sky above is alarming and restless, silhouettes of mountains are visible on the horizon.
The cold colors and sharp lines that make up the image in the Five of Swords create a feeling of discomfort and defeat. Even the victorious look of the warrior in the foreground does not evoke a desire to rejoice at his victory. All three figures face the sea. In the suit of Swords, water, as a symbol of emotions, is found quite often. In this card, this can be interpreted as a breakdown of the mask of equanimity under the influence of defeat. The mountains on the horizon seem inaccessible, but their presence gives us hope for the possibility of improvement, albeit illusory.
The traditional meaning of fives in the Tarot system is a way out of the comfort zone, the first open challenge to the world. Swords are considered the toughest suit; in the Tarot, the Five of Swords signifies failure and failure. The collision with the surrounding reality turned out to be too much for the questioner, and the natural result - defeat - fills him with frustration and bitterness. Even in the case of an apparently positive outcome, the costs are so impressive that the victory is Pyrrhic.
Direct position - injustice of the world
Discord, conflicts. An unpleasant aftertaste after the events. Incommensurable expenses, internal exhaustion. A person plays on the wrong field and ends up losing. The Five of Swords often appears in readings on business issues - here its meaning is directly related to corporate intrigue and confrontation. The lose-lose attitude is most common in this case.
Personality 5 of Swords is a person who goes over his head due to his bad nature.
In a relationship scenario, the Five of Swords can mean a breakdown in trust. This is not necessarily physical cheating, but rather the case when one of the partners exposes himself in an extremely unsightly light, after which both are left with an unpleasant aftertaste.
Reversed position of the 5 of Swords - the road through thorns to the stars
In the inverted position of the Five of Swords, you should pay attention to the fact that the sword in the hands of the winner, which in the upright position served as a cane and was almost invisible, now comes to the fore. Here we can draw an analogy with the Ace of Swords. In the scenario, this means that no matter how unpleasant the situation may be, there is still hope for its fair resolution.
Also, an inverted position may indicate an overly critical attitude of a person towards himself, low self-esteem and refusal to cooperate.
The personality of the inverted Five of Swords is a Samoyed who is tormented by complexes and internal contradictions.
Being in the final position in the layout, this card gives us advice to decide on our priorities. A difficult period is coming, and you need to clearly understand what you are willing to sacrifice so as not to lose more. Time to minimize losses and collect debts.
The meaning in relationship readings is a test of strength, betrayal
In a relationship, there comes a time of turmoil and misunderstanding. Quarrels over trifles, a showdown that is unpleasant for both. Disputes about who is boss in the house. Inappropriate behavior. Relationships are in a fever like a boat on the waves. A difficult test for partners. There may be depression (reversed).
Card combinations:
- The Senior Arcana of the Tarot “Devil” directly points to betrayal. You have already been deceived and will continue to be deceived.
- With the Two of Cups - a period of first disappointments. “Darlings scold - they just amuse themselves”
- The combination with the Nine of Swords indicates the reason for the defeat - exaggeration of the danger. Phobias, psychological disorders.
- Paired with an inverted Emperor, it indicates an exceptionally unprincipled person.
The meaning of the card Five of all suits
| Five of Wands | Five of Cups | Five of Swords | Five of Pentacles |
Meaning of the 2 of Swords tarot card?
What is the meaning of the tarot card (Rider White) 2 of Swords in relationship readings? In plans for the future?
Ghost of Vyaltseva
IN relationship plan The two of swords is not a good card. May indicate thoughts about changing partners. Best case scenario, two of swords means simply friendly, not loving communication, alliances and unions.
Upside down two of swords denotes a conflict after which it may be very difficult to restore the previous relationship.
IN future plans, Two of Swords, a situation of finding a way, tense weighing of the pros and cons, Can indicate strong internal tension with external calm and passivity.
Reversed deuce swords may indicate a wrong choice, be careful.
Bragil
The Two of Swords Tarot card in the Rider White deck depicts a blindfolded man with swords positioned like a fork in the road. This card is interpreted accordingly - uncertainty in the choice of path. In a relationship scenario, it can mean doubts. What he doubts depends on the situation and the question. For example, this may be a doubt about whether to get married or not, whether to continue the relationship or not, etc. This does not mean a change of partner. But if there may be such an option, if there are cards pointing to it.
What does the 8 of Swords tarot card mean?
What is the meaning of the tarot card (Rider White) 8 of Swords in relationship readings? In plans for the future?
Snow in July
I would classify the eight of swords as cards indicating the situation - emotional burnout, tension increasing to critical level .
If this card comes up, be sure someone harshly judges you, labels you, hates you.
In an inverted position, the card speaks of powerful depression, a difficult state of mind, and fatal circumstances.
IN layout of the situation, the card often falls out to people who are facing imprisonment and prison. Or joining a religious sect.
In terms of relationships may indicate that love is exhausting, drinks all the juices, love can end in psychiatry, the state of mind suffers, an accident is possible. The Eight of Swords is a refusal of sexual relations, but then there is great dependence
In general, a map of people whose nervous system is in a complex state.
Upside down- constant condemnation, betrayal, but most importantly, the inclusion of fatal circumstances in life.
In terms of health- despite the fear of going to the doctor, you need to overcome your fears and decide to visit the doctor.
Irina
There is actually a card in the Tarot deck called the Eight of Swords Tarot. This card shows a woman bound and blindfolded.
The "eight swords" card symbolizes mistrust, indecision in choosing an action or action. A feeling of helplessness and disappointment haunts those who suffer it. But it is worth remembering that such a period in your life is temporary. And you just need to gain strength and determination to cope with it and still defeat all the unpleasant feelings in yourself.
The reversed card "Eight of Swords Tarot" means a clear mind in solving all your problems and obstacles. It can also mean random adventures.
The Tarot card Nine of Swords is a strong Minor Arcana, which carries with it a sharp negative. She depicts an unhappy man who sits on the bed and covers his face with his hands. He had just woken up and realized that his life was terrible. There are nine swords above the man’s head, and stars and zodiac signs are painted on the linen.
The straight position of the card is a symbol of melancholy and inner experiences. A person is unable to sleep due to pangs of conscience or a premonition of bad things, illness or loss of a loved one. The map cannot tell what a person actually expects. Is he really in danger or has he done something terrible and that is why he is suffering? In most cases, the Arcanum shows that a person regrets what he did. If you are guessing for the future, then you should abandon your plans when the Nine of Swords appears.
The inverted position of the card entails fewer consequences; usually it communicates that you have managed to overcome the most significant difficulties and now all that remains is to strive for a new life, to understand that everything will be much better than before. Naturally, troubles will not leave you alone, but the worst is behind you.
Nine of Swords and its interpretation at work
In the upright position, Arkan shows a bad mood and internal experiences. Perhaps relationships with employees are not working out or the manager is constantly nagging. A person may also fear that they will not be able to complete a task or will not be able to cope with a new position. The card can bring with it ruin, significant losses and threats from competitors.
The direct card signifies a restless, tense atmosphere in the workplace; it signifies the negative emotions that the questioner experiences towards his work. This is a lack of confidence in yourself and your calling. However, these experiences may be temporary, for example, during the period of adaptation to a new position. Describing a person, the Nine of Swords speaks of confusion, a pessimistic attitude, and unsociability. If such a person is endowed with power, then he can become a tyrant.
The reversed Nine of Swords indicates disagreements with employees who constantly cause anger and irritation. Competitors and ill-wishers are trying to worsen your affairs. However, all is not lost; things can be corrected and changed for the better. The card shows that there is hope for good changes.
The inverted lasso has the meaning of hatred towards one's partners and colleagues. The questioner is waiting for changes in the situation, hoping for new opportunities to appear, and also experiencing uncertainty.
Nine of Swords and its meaning in health readings
In the upright position, this card shows that the person has a serious illness and will undergo surgery. Combinations with other cards can strengthen or weaken the interpretation of the lasso.
The inverted position of the Arcana shows an exaggeration of one's own health problems. A person may be depressed, but he will soon be able to overcome it.
Inverted, or in combination with unfavorable cards in the layout, the Nine of Swords indicates pain, problems of a psychological nature, such as depression, fears, and sleep problems.
Nine of Swords and its meaning in readings for love and relationships
In the upright position, the card shows that you are afraid of being abandoned, feel loneliness, doubt your partner and experience suffering. A person can repent of a complete betrayal, regret that he got along with a partner. Sometimes a person is ashamed of something from his past and is afraid of losing authority with his partner.
The card in its direct form means a lot of negative manifestations of not the best emotions - cruelty, aggression, all kinds of fears, going from one extreme to another. In addition, the lasso means increased anxiety, concern for the future of the relationship, and can also be interpreted as shocking behavior of the partner. This is a card of revenge, the inability to forgive. However, despite the prevailing negative interpretation, the Nine of Swords indicates that the problems described are in reality less serious than it seems to the questioner.
Here the direct Nine of Swords communicates the fear of losing a partner, moral loneliness, it makes you suffer and doubt. In most cases, the appearance of the Nine of Swords indicates exaggerated problems in your personal life.
In an inverted position, the card shows that problems in the relationship still remain, everything is not going as smoothly as we would like. However, soon everything will change for the better and the partners will finally reach mutual understanding.
The inverted card promises better relationships, feelings will strengthen, harmony will come in love, despite today's difficulties. And the emotional state of the questioner will soon improve, negative events of the past will weaken their influence.
Nine of Swords as the card of the day
Today you will have to try to get rid of terrible moral torment and suffering, because if you are truly in danger, then you will not be able to avoid it. If you sincerely repent of what you have done, your soul may feel better.
Tarot card Nine of Swords combined with the Major Arcana
With “The Jester” - concern for children;
With the “Magician” it’s a hopeless matter;
With the “High Priestess” - to anticipate bad events;
With “The Empress” there is a danger of miscarriage;
With “Emperor” - despotism at work and in relationships;
With “Dad” - fear, shyness;
With “Lovers” - in love - worry about relationships;
With “Chariot” there are scandals, a lot of negative emotions and experiences;
With “Strength” - apathy, pessimism;
With “The Hermit” - feel lonely;
With the “Wheel of Fortune” - instability;
With “Justice” - feel guilty;
With “The Hanged Man” - severe pain;
With “Death” - a difficult event;
With “Moderation” – pain subsides;
With the “Devil” - a felt passion to bring a lot of painful experiences;
With “Tower” - emotional suffering;
With “Star” - do not lose your presence of mind;
With “Moon” - worry;
With the “Sun” - the triumph of good;
With “Court” - worry that you will have to pay for your actions;
With “Peace” - healing.
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According to Marcus Katz and Tali Goodwin, for the plot of 9 Swords, Pamela Smith used an episode from the play “Romeo and Juliet”, when Juliet, having learned about the death of Tybalt, is in despair, since her lover is facing execution.
Romeo and Juliet
Act IV, scene 3
Suddenly I'll go crazy when it starts spinning
Is their vile round dance around me?
I will play madly with the ashes of my ancestors,
Tearing off the shroud from the murdered Tybalt
Or in a rage with a great-grandfather's bone,
Like a stick, I’ll knock out your unfortunate brain.
I think I see the spirit of Tybalt
Romeo is looking for what pierced him
Rapier. - Stop, Tybalt! -
Romeo, I'm coming! I drink to you!
This is quite a probable version, especially since on the girl’s bed you can see the scene of a duel, with one of the opponents already defeated.
It is also believed that the composition of the card was influenced by Edward Burne-Jones's watercolor from The Book of Flowers with the telling title "Wake, Darling."
Keywords
- Despair
- Failure
- Hopelessness
- Suffering
- Insomnia
- Suspicions
Key Ideas
- Remorse
- Psychic attacks
- Negative thoughts
- Nightmares
Basic meaning
Of course, Waite does not offer anything positive in the meanings of the 9 (Nine) of Swords Tarot. Death, loss, mistake, deception, disappointment and despair. And the meanings of the reversed Nine of Swords Tarot don't get any better: prison, suspicion, justified fear and shame.
The modern meanings of the Tarot card 9 (Nine) of Swords are practically no different from those proposed by Rider-Waite. Only depression, nightmares, insomnia and pangs of conscience are added to them.
Video: meaning of the 9 Swords Tarot
Meaning in relationships
Open - hole card
Closed card. The inner grew to monstrous proportions and consumed the person so that he was no longer able to notice the outer.
Relationship intensity
A person wages a very intense struggle with his inner demons. A fight in which he has no chance of winning. This struggle takes all his strength.
Relationship scenario: love, family, relatives, work
A person invents fear for himself, projects this fear onto his partner, and then onto everyone else who surrounds him. This is the basic 9 of Swords relationship scenario. Sometimes a person’s fears and feelings of guilt have a real basis. But much more often they exist only in the human mind.
The combination of the fear a person experiences and the form of struggle that he chooses, as a rule, completely blocks outside help. That is, formally there is a chance to help a person, but in fact he sinks deeper and deeper into the abyss of despair.
Psychological fatigue, lack of faith in victory, breakdown. Disbelief in the very fundamental possibility of improving the situation. In the 9 of Swords, a person focuses exclusively on the negative aspects of existence - it does not matter whether they are real or imaginary.
The meaning of 9 (Nines) of Swords of the Tarot in relationships and love can indicate both a very long existence in this mode, and a short-term episode.
The 9 of Swords may indicate depression.
The 9 of Swords can mean both a rather long process and a quick, short-term change in mood.
In combination with the Major Arcana
In combination with the Major Arcana - in combination with card: Fear of responsibility
- in combination with the card: Sharp deterioration of the situation
- in combination with the card: Long-term severe depression
Psychological condition
Actually, in the 9 of Swords a person deals not with a real partner or circumstances, but with his own projections: fears, psychological complexes, feelings of guilt. The range of nightmare fantasies is endless and very individual. But all this is not reality, all this is an illusion that a person invents for himself and maintains it himself.
In combination with the suit of Wands
In combination with the suit of Staves - in combination with the card: Fear of heights, literally and figuratively
- in combination with card: Fear of Combat
- in combination with the card: Pangs of conscience
Importance in health matters
The meaning of the Nine of Swords Tarot in health speaks of serious problems that are mainly mental in nature. Mental and physical pain. Possibly suicidal.
The situation is getting worse, there is no particular hope for improvement.
In combination with the suit of Cups
In combination with the suit of Cups - in combination with the card: Very strong negative emotions, painful experiences
- in combination with card: Morbid self-conceit
- in combination with card: Tragic, fatal love
Business and finance, professional activities
Stability, controllability, controllability
Tough card. A person is brought to the brink of physical survival, a ruthless situation. Horror, a panic attack, a brief moment of nightmare that seems like an eternity.
All Swords are outside the category of “right and wrong”, outside morality. There is no positive and negative, there is only the desire to survive at any cost. The strong, as a rule, become embittered and turn despair into a willingness to go to the end, overcome unimaginable hardships and even kill. The weak are simply washed overboard. The fate of the unfortunate Richard Parker: eat or be eaten.
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General state of finances and trends of changes
There is no money, from the word “generally”, for anything. On the other hand, you have no time for them. There is nothing to save, nothing to save on.
Theoretically, there is a minimal chance of rising from this abyss, but it is as small as it is infinitely long and difficult. Whether you are strong or weak makes no difference: there will be no peaceful resolution to the situation. It won't be possible to reach an agreement. Tendencies depend on which path you choose: to fight desperately or to be overcome by despair. You can take a risk for the sake of one single chance, but this is a situation of a panic attack, even if with your mind you realize the disastrous consequences, you cannot control yourself.
Positive and negative impact of the card on income
It takes extraordinary imagination to see the positive impact of the card on income. Catharsis is purification through suffering. You're not broken, but did what almost killed you make you stronger? That is the question. The negative influence predominates - yes, it is one continuous black stripe. And along. It doesn’t matter what causes endless suffering and a state of horror - the real reasons for the tragedy, or imaginary ones. It is important that they will last and last, this is not the end of grief, and not even the middle. Before complete healing, you need to go through all the circles of hell, one by one. Drink the dash to the fullest.
Card of the day Caution
The meaning of the Nine of Swords Tarot card of the day warns: be prepared for unpleasant experiences
In combination with the suit of Pentacles
In combination with the suit of Pentacles - in combination with the card: Working in a team will upset you
- in combination with the card: Ruin and unpleasant experiences
- in combination with a card: Big profits will not relieve pangs of conscience
Questions to ask when drawing a card?
- What are you afraid of?
- What is really scary and what is nothing more than an illusion?
- How to overcome inner demons?
- Why is your conscience oppressing you?
Title: Nine of Swords, Nine of Spades, Lord of Despair and Cruelty, Triumph of Strength, Spiritual Person, One must be careful, mistrust is fair.
Papus value: Bachelor, Virginity, Priest, Monk, Cleric, Hermit, Recluse, Vestal. Church, Temple, Monastery, Piety, Religion, Ritual.
Interpretation of Tarot cards of swords: The appearance of the Nine of Swords card means that all your thoughts are occupied with worries about unfulfilled hopes and plans. But the game is not over yet, you will still see the fruits of your activities. And if you take other people’s failures so close to your heart, then better spend time on your own problems. Then your affairs will go smoothly and you will bring more benefit to your friends, whose worries take so much energy from you.
Interpretation of the Nine of Swords Tarot in an upright position
Interpretation: By becoming deeply melancholy over the misfortunes of your friends, you stroke your ego and make others think of how kind and sensitive you are. These feelings, of course, do you honor, but you hide even from yourself that you are only interested in your own problems, and you do not care about the troubles and suffering of your friend.
If such difficult experiences are associated with a loved one, then the Nine of Swords Tarot warns that hysterics in love affairs do not serve to strengthen relationships and do not characterize you as a passionate person, but rather lead to cooling and an imminent breakup. Calm down, pull yourself together, be indifferently calm with your chosen one, with your endless hysterics do not give him a great reason to break up. Remember that indifference is the best weapon; it hurts the pride of an infidel much more strongly, who really likes that everyone around him adores him and is afraid of losing him.
Perhaps the Nine of Swords Tarot warns of the imminent news of the death of someone you know.
Arcanum Nine of Swords in an upright position indicates a person who is modest, stern towards his own personality, undemanding and ascetic. This could be a hermit or a monk. This card also advises going to confession in the Temple, going to holy places, listening to the advice of a pious person known for his virtues.
For a person who is completely immersed in business, the Nine of Swords Tarot advises to pull yourself by the scruff of the neck from the endless daily race for profit, and force yourself into relaxation and think about eternal values. Perhaps your loved ones are tired of waiting for warmth from you.
Perhaps the Nine of Swords invites you to retire from the rest of the world to a monastery and take monastic vows, which is tantamount to your death for all your friends and loved ones.
Interpretation of the reversed Nine of Swords Tarot
Papus value: Reasonable suspicion, Fair distrust, Reasonable fear, Proposal, Apprehension. Intimidated conscience, Shyness, Purity, Legibility, Shame, Disgrace, Shyness.
Interpretation: The reversed Nine of Swords Tarot is interpreted as a warning against danger, against the inevitable upcoming battle. Your opponent is not giving up, and you need to prepare and act so that your truth can prevail. Do not use unworthy methods, remain picky in your means, keep your honor unblemished, then no matter the outcome of the fight you will emerge victorious.
The reversed Nine of Swords Tarot is in some cases interpreted as a prediction of imminent news of the death of a person close to you.
The inverted Nine of Swords lasso indicates a person without conscience, a sinner who committed a base act and did not repent of it. The sin committed is already a punishment for him, even regardless of your calls for heavenly wrath on his head. Such a person does not understand the burden of his situation and does not repent of what he has done; he is increasingly mired in suffering. His deep delusions are reminiscent of a patient who, instead of treatment, tells himself that he is healthy.
In religious traditions, such people are sinners, and all sinners are not sober in their minds. Otherwise, they would not waste precious time of their lives on unseemly actions, abominations, stupidity and vanity.
Nine of Swords card of the day
Today the day began for you with a heavy heart or with remorse, and perhaps you are tormented by doubts. When the future paints gloomy pictures for you, one more terrible than the other, you need to get out of this nightmare at any cost. If you are in danger from the outside, and you know that a blow is inevitable, then gather your courage and accept it immediately. If there is any way to avoid it, then use an alternative option. Perhaps your sincere repentance for what you have done will help you.
9 of Swords Card Tip: rather, go through the inevitable and get rid of your fear to the end and, if you think it is necessary, go to the Temple and do repentance.
9 of Swords Card Caution: push aside your past nightmares, consider your mistakes as necessary experience that will make you wiser, don’t get hung up on those feelings and actions that a person has to repent of sooner or later.
