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King of Swords, Rider-Waite-Smith deck

Tarot card meaning

King of Swords: yes or no?

Upright: Leans yes · Reversed: Maybe or not yet

The King's reasoned, fair judgement suggests a considered yes if the facts support it.

  • intellect
  • authority
  • reason

How our meanings are written

▲Upright

Yes. The King's reasoned, fair judgement suggests a considered yes if the facts support it.

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▼Reversed

Maybe. Rigid thinking or clouded judgement blurs things. Seek another view before you decide.

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Advice

Think clearly, be fair, and stand by your decisions. Stay open to other views.

Reversed: Soften your stance. Check that you are not using authority or logic to shut people out.

A question to reflect on

What principle do I want my decisions to stand on?

Reversed: Am I being fair, or just being firm?

King of Swords: common questions

Is King of Swords a yes or no?

Yes. The King's reasoned, fair judgement suggests a considered yes if the facts support it.

Is King of Swords reversed a yes or no?

Maybe. Rigid thinking or clouded judgement blurs things. Seek another view before you decide.

What advice does King of Swords give?

Think clearly, be fair, and stand by your decisions. Stay open to other views.

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