Knight of Swords Upright: THE knight! Riding directly into the thick of the battle. Taking on all comers. Brave, strong, finally getting to test and hone one’s skills and beliefs in battle. Encountering storms but not retreating. Speaking up, speaking out, telling people off. You may be having a little difficulty with details or anything which requires prudence or slow and methodical action. Defending an idea. Using logic as a weapon. Fighting the good fight. Putting all energies into a project. Navigating a project or plan which has many moving parts. Can indicate a reckless young person in your life.
Knight of Swords Upright Best Course of Action: Stick up for what you believe in. Don’t back down. Speak truth. Expect opposition but don’t back down. Use your abilities. Think while you do…but DO! Expect many elements to be swirling around you. Stand up for yourself and/or another.
Knight of Swords Reversed: Recklessness. Carelessness, hurtfulness, especially thoughtless words. Using intellect to hurt the feelings of others. Can reveal someone retreating, especially after encountering conflict or opposition. Feeling beaten up. A fight turned nasty or being unsure of what is needed to be done next. Anxiety, nerves, jittery feeling. Carelessness. You severing ties with someone or someone severing ties with you. Being cut out of a project. Plans being turned upside down.
Knight of Swords Reversed Best Course of Action: Keep your head down, retreat. Back off. Withdraw. Pull on the reins, slow down. Expect opposition, perhaps unfair or cruel. Cut off communication. Test a plan for weaknesses before implementing it. It may be time to cut off ties with someone or something. Stop fighting.
