As we have just read above, The Reversed Five of Swords can bring the extreme energy of this card come into play. If you are involved in this scenario then you would be wise to take this brief window of opportunity to sort the situation out as peacefully as possible before it goes beyond the point of return. One of the partners may be a dangerous bully and uses brute force to control or get their way. Greatsword of Judgment is a Weapon in Dark Souls 3. 4 of Pentacles. This may be either a very Positive or very Negative Outcome depending on the Reading and which perspective we are interpreting from. Further in the background and to the right stands another Figure who is bent over. This suggests that others were involved in this conflict or battle but where are they now and what has become of them? 5 of swords + Page of cups: Emotional blackmail. If you are contemplating entering a battle, be sure you are prepared to accept loss and all that goes with it even if you do think it will be a walk over. So, what of the two retreating Figures in the Card? It is a reminder that we all … The Five of Swords appearing in a Reading asks you to think long and hard before entering into a battle or engaging in hostilities with another for you have little chance of winning this one. Trust and believe that the new vibrations will let you see exactly what you’d like to be. There are storm clouds in the background. You may alienate yourself from all around you in the process. The alternative is too awful to think about. Skill: Stance of Judgment Assume stance to unleash dark … 10 of Swords. 8 of Swords. They really don’t care who gets hurt or destroyed in the process as long as it furthers their aims. When the Five of Swords appears in a career reading then one would usually prepare to be leaving their job due to conflict in the working environment. He may be the Bully boss or work colleague who makes your life a misery and destroys your soul and peace of mind. The image of the 5 of Swords in the deck is depicted with a person who has captured the swords of his adversaries who are leaving, rejected and lost. So, viewing it that way, the previous card was the Four of Swords and our first approach should be to assume the natural progression of the story, which was the attempt to heal and recover after a period of hostility, conflict and extreme stress. There is a possibility he has broken all rules of engagement and people may now view him as dishonorable and Mercenary. It featured alchemical and philosophical symbolism as well as a beautifully illustrated minor arcana. Regardless of what the Five of Swords represents in an individual Reading, you will find that communication or negotiation issues will be present. Perhaps some decided that the battle was not worth fighting, the price of victory too high. He has taken away or closed off any avenue of communication when he took their Swords. I’m confused by the 10 of cups being last. They also had exerted power over him too, but now he is in the driving seat and in control. The main Figure appears to be gloating and quite smug, as he smirks back at his retreating opponent. In this card those who appear defeated are to be applauded for their efforts and their ultimate decision to walk away at this point in time for they are not battling on a level playing field. There we have two very different stories. Also, the Figures may have been involved in something that has gone against their principles, standards or sense of morals. … You really need to get your Swords back but they are never going to let you just walk up and take them. Your approach seems far closer to my reading than any other “common” view… Cheers! Only the strongest and most determined couples will come out the other side of this with their relationship intact as there is only a small chance it can be turned around. Linking the associated violence of The Five of Swords to the Reversed aspect highlights the aftermath of battle. The Man looks back towards a Figure who has turned his back to us as he walks away. There is a possibility that this Figure has no conscientious at all and will say anything to get what he wants or where he is going. You’re both fighting to win, at the expense of the other person. You are stuck in hostilities and will have to battle on to the bitter end. You will have to catch them off guard and then make your move but you have some way to go before you can do that. He has overcome not only his own limited self-belief, but also the constant doubt and put-downs of others. I can’t help but think of the hundreds of thousands of homes being repossessed by banks and building societies around the world at this very moment in time, due to recession, bad government decisions and corrupt banking systems. It seems unlikely that all the groups' operatives were on the North Atlantic base; for that matter, we don't know whether Agamemnon led the entire Sword or if he led just Operation Poseidon. Winning v losing. There may be someone promoting them self to the boss by running down your work or bad mouthing you. The The Swords Suit deals with the ability to communicate through the written and spoken word. Change ), You are commenting using your Google account. Abuse of all kinds in the relationship may be a regular occurrence. Similar to the other fear cards, this card is not an indication of negative events actually happening, just that your fear and anxiety levels are so high they are making you feel that things are worse than they are. They hold all the cards right now and you would be wise to acknowledge it, even if it dents your pride. He may be the Police Officer who has disarmed criminals intent on breaking the law. Let us go back to the Figure lying on the tomb. The men walking away are shameful in comparing themselves to the stronger man who has taken their swords, but are they really any less worthy or powerful? They may belong to the two Figures in the background but what of the two Swords he holds against his chest? He or she can play mind games with their work colleagues and be the instigator of discord or encourage negative attitudes about other staff members or the boss. He may have displayed sociopath tendencies and lack of remorse for any harm he had caused. This will more than likely done in a cold and callous manner. Page of Swords. King of Swords. He gets away with it constantly because those around him are too scared to stand up to him. A warning, demotion, move or dismissal may have occurred. Just an illusion from comparison. The church may be his hiding place, den or where he lies low. Begin by examining your values in a more honest way; see how your mental attitudes are blocking you from pursuing your highest potential. November 13, 2020 at 1:31 pm. You are taking a massive gamble as disaster and ruin could be waiting for you around the next corner. Sometimes it is better to admit defeat and walk away, rather than be destroyed altogether. The positions are "What I Did Well Today", "What to Leave Behind From Today" and "What to Carry … You will need to change your game plan and approach with a whole new mindset and attitude for they have you weakened and where they want you at this moment in time. In the cold light of day, there is no escaping the damage that has been done. In that case, the Two of Wands gives you a MAYBE, the Five of Swords gives you … They would rather quit while they are ahead and while they can still regain their dignity, pride and reputation. If you draw this card in a One-Card Reading it would be wise to pull an extra two cards for further insight, as on first glance it can be extremely negative. Yes, it has many negative associations, but it can be a great card for empowerment and finding the strength to fight another day. The perceived victor in this card believes himself to be superior having defeated his opponents. If supporting cards agree, then the Five of Swords Reversed can suggest a laying down of Swords (weapons) as the battle comes to a halt or at the very least, a ceasefire is called. Take a good look at your life and you will be gifted with the vision to see ahead. Tread carefully with this card in Readings as its implications can go from one extreme to another, from being benign to malignant, from being positive to negative. In the opening scene of the Five of Swords we are presented with what appears to be the closing stage or end of a battle. Their Swords are suitably double-edged for this purpose. The Judgement card, sometimes called "Resurrection," represents the great reunion that the ancients believed would happen once in every age. Did you do a “yes or no” tarot spread? 9 of swords + Three of wands: Being out of your depths. It might be your only option at present, if you want to put this sorry mess behind you and move on. You have entered an all or nothing in this win/ lose disaster. It could be possible that he believes there is nothing wrong with his mind at all and likes the way it works. No one believed he had it in him or would last the course but he did and now can show everyone his personal strength and superiority in this situation. Here stands the triumphant Bully, the Intimidator, The Abuser, The Criminal. Maybe he was not there to recover and rest his stressed mind and jangled nerves. We shall be examining these theories to demonstrate how to work with this tricky card. One person has caused a lot of pain and hurt. The swish of the blade has reignited his hunger for battle and blood. Because this is the Swords Suit we can assume we have a very clever but highly dangerous adversary in our midst. All in all, The Five of Swords, whether Upright or Reversed can be difficult and disturbing whichever way you view it. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Every time I think I can’t do this anymore and it has got the better of me, but somehow I pull through and climb out of the cycle of pain once more. Once you give your power away (the Swords) to someone like this, then it will take a lot of effort on your part to get it back. 5 of Swords may appear when you face a hostile environment, be it at work or any other social setting. Daily Draw- Judgment, Five of Swords, Empress Deirdre of the Sorrows Tarot- Judgement, Five of Swords, The Empress : Today I am using a spread I have often used called Thorhammer's Daily Spread, which was crafted by someone I knew on a forum, a lovely Australian lady named Kat. A growing tidal wave behind the trio reveals the flood of the first great trial that was endured by Noah. With a steely resolve he collects his newly sharpened Sword and swipes it through the air  before leaving the silence of the church behind. 3 of Swords, The Mary-el Tarot, 2nd Edition The 3 of Swords The Sola Busca is the oldest intact 78 card tarot deck we have, created around 1491. If in business, the Five of Swords may indicate the ruin or loss of it. Therefore, there is very often a strong sense of somebody getting their own way or what they want at all costs. Loved your comment Vivien!! How low are you prepared to stoop? The conflict in a relationship represented by this card is pretty serious and certainly not just a superficial argument. You take back what has been taken or forced from you. You have not listened to the advice of others who told you to get out when you could or that you would lose the support of friends and family should you continue on your course of action. Sometimes the best thing to do is walk away. The end justifies the means for this Man and has probably used every trick in the book,  cut below the belt at every opportunity or stabbed them in the back rather than confront them face to face. With little notice, staff may be asked to clear their desks, hand back their swipe cards or keys and leave the building. On the other hand, there may be multiple job losses or sacking of work colleagues. However, not only have you proved to yourself what you can do when you put your mind to it but also others who may have put you down or humiliated you in the past. His green over-garment in this Five symbolises his need to conquer and gain territory. Change, No-Win, Lose All, Defeat, Surrender, Walk Away, Battle Weary, Loss,  Sacrifice, Self-Sacrifice, Breakdown in Communication, Non-Negotiable, Bully, Intimidation, Forcefulness, Aggressive, Attack, Battle, Serious Conflict, Hostilities, Abuse, Stress, Vicious Arguments, Smugness, Gloating, Looking After Number One, Self-Serving, End Justifies the Means, Destruction, Ruin, Repossession, Receivership, Standing Up For Yourself, Fighting Your Corner, Fighting Back, Overcoming Personal Challenges, Anti-Social, Lack of Conscience/Morals, Integrity, Underhand Behaviour, Threatening, Villain, Mercenary, Violence, Crime, Theft, Trickery, Deceit, Lies, Rape, Murder, Mugging, FOR CARD MEANING AND KEYWORDS ONLY  – CLICK HERE. When the Five of Swords Reverses arguments, hostilities and conflict begin to slowly resolve or brutally intensify. Yes, he may have had psychological imbalances or issues and now after treatment and therapy has recovered sufficiently to move within the community once more, determined to heal his dysfunctional thought processes. However, this remorse may be feigned if the person has psychological imbalances or criminal tendencies. Where do they fit in and who do they represent? The Five of Swords can sometimes symbolise the overcoming of inner demons and negative mindsets. Instead of helping them restructure their mortgage or take a break from it, they prefer to take back what they consider to be theirs (the Swords). It inspired at least some of the illustrated minors painted by Pamela Colman… Whoa, The final interpretation will ultimately come down to : So let us look at the various ways the Five of Swords could be reflecting our life, situation and the people around us. Hi Nathan, thanks for sharing this information. Let us stop here and rewind a bit. He may be the son or daughter who will be the death of their parents, constantly in trouble and upsetting everyone. Generally, there will be a realisation and understanding on their part, that it is a no-win situation they are involved in and they stand to lose more than they gain should they continue to engage. These interpretations can be used with any of the decks (Rider Waite, Marseilles etc). However, those close enough should have spotted the obvious signs and sensed the tension and control in the air. The Swords would never readily hand over their actual Sword to anyone unless under very extreme circumstances, as it is very much an integral part of them. Glad to hear we are both singing from the same song sheet regarding your reading. Stop pointing the finger and begin taking responsibility and you will be amazed at how quickly your life can change. There will be a victor when it does end, but when you assess the damage and fallout you will have to ask yourself if the battle was really worth it? Thinking only of Number One, selfishness and power trips will also be evident. Hi Michelle, thanks for your question! Are you unnecessarily drawing battles to you? This person rules the roost through intimidation, fear and possible punishment. With our tool ( calculator ), you will be able to find or calculate combinations of your selected cards. The Banking systems around the world are all guilty of mis-trading and mismanagement, but instead of making amends for what they have done, they seem to get away with it and continue to exert power and control over us. We shall have to wait and see. Maybe, others thought he had needed help and sent him to a place where he could get it. They may be clinical, sterile and unsympathetic to others unless they can gain out of it. 9 of swords + Five of wands: Unhealthy peer pressure. 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Notice that this card is a Stage Card so bear this in mind, as all the actors (Figures) will be playing important roles. The Five of Swords often represents an unsavoury character, group or organisation who gain or profit from the misery and suffering of others. Instead of supporting and assisting people who are struggling to make ends meet and put food on the table, they make the already miserable and downtrodden even more desperate and bereft by repossessing their homes and throwing them out onto the street. Ten of Swords Tarot Card . The Five of Swords is also traditionally associated with funerals, burials and mourning. The waters in front of him are still, with no ripples - adding to the eerie stillness and finality of this card. So let us now look at the imagery in this intriguing card. When this card appears it is would be advising caution and the need for self-protection when out and about or travelling alone for you may be vulnerable. When the Five of Swords appears in the Present or Future position in a Reading then you best prepare for some stiff challenge if not a strong battle. He must also remember those mountains in the distance for there will be more battles to come and he may not always be so lucky. 9 of Swords. He may have been given medication which he has to remember to take or, he may have given the impression or his word that he would work hard to change his ways. Swords are crossed and a parting of the ways may be inevitable. Four of Swords and Judgement. In another Reading, we may see the overall Champion or Victor of a stupendous challenge which may have been internal or external. The surrounding cards would definitely need to support this but we are more than likely looking at a very  abusive relationship. He may have won this particular battle but not the war, and, if defeated the next time, he cannot expect to be shown mercy after the scant regard he has shown for others. In its positive sense it does not see you fleeing the battlefield. In the workplace, any conflict or hostility begins to resolve as workers come to the table for talks and everyone gets a chance to air their grievances. It later … They may never see eye to eye again, call each other fondly or have anything left to say but they can learn to tolerate or at least be indifferent. A greater willingness to accept your own limitations may help you realize why you are currently entangled in certain conflicts. Judgement Sword is a Shadow in the Persona series. There was nothing she could do but to stand up to listen. However, remorse may be feigned as problems are buried deep in the subconscious, causing mental imbalance. Four of Swords: Yes or No Questions. If the opportunity for resolution and peace talks have not been taken or failed, then we may very well see an escalation in battle. Things may not be as they appear to be. This Figure looks distressed and upset and, possibly crying. Serious professional help is needed here. If the Querant identifies with either of them then they will fully understand their role for they typically represent, surrender, defeat or not having the stomach for battle anymore. You will need to take into consideration, several different areas before attempting to interpret its relevance in a Reading. It can also be a representation of harsh judgments being made upon you or by you. On the other hand, he may just have been turned loose, unfixed, un-mended. He knew the ongoing battle, going nowhere, was breaking him down. Could the Church possibly have represented a psychiatric ward where the Figure was treated for mental imbalances, neurosis or even something more serious like psychoses, hallucinations, paranoia or personality disorders? You should be feeling deep regret and intense remorse for what you have done as you clearly see the error of your ways. Ten long swords are stabbed into his back, he may not have seen this end coming. A strong wind blows jagged clouds across a grey sky indicating a stressful and hostile, stormy atmosphere. It is a time for baring your teeth and showing others you are not going to take any of their shit. Whether it’s you or another person, you may be called upon to stand up for yourself or someone else. The person involved probably endured a dysfunctional childhood and upbringing. Harmonic, vibrating, magnetic – she heard it resounding through her soul, beckoning her with its emotion and truth. If it comes down to comparing this self-declared victor and the figures who walk away defeated, there really is no comparison as we are not comparing like with like at all. How many lives are you happy to destroy? A Publication of the American Tarot Association. The Figure on the tomb may not be out in the open but operating under the radar, free to come and go as he pleases and do as he likes. - atarotcards.com Employees take pleasure in seeing another colleague make a mistake and will happily bring it to the attention of their superiors. He may stand there and consider himself the Superior Victor and Champion but he stands alone as he no longer has any friends or allies. One must always remember that the Suits tell a story that has continuity and builds as it is being told. From a modern point of view, this great reunion -- which includes every pers… You may feel that someone is trying their best to sabotage your advancement. 5 of swords + Nine of wands: Being taken advantage of. Is that positive or it all means no? The clearing skies and opening minds of the combattants allow communication, compromise and solutions to become a real possibility. Tagged: general, love, relationships, feelings, outcomes, future, positives, negatives, yes or no, swords… This Figure will use his sword (intellect) to cut to the bone. However, you may be driven forward by the refusal to give in and accept defeat. *When we return to the Swords in card Six (VI) we shall see if the battle is still raging or if they have managed to sort out their differences and move on. Their opponent did not employ the rules of engagement, played dirty. On another level, the gloating main Figure in this card could be responsible for breaking up or interfering in your relationship. The Victor may have won the battle or some ground but it may not have been taken fairly. Is there a pattern of constant conflict or hostilities in your life. Change ), You are commenting using your Facebook account. He stands powerful and superior, exhilarated by the Outcome. You have wasted enough time and energy already so find a new direction to take and one that will move you as far away from this unhealthy environment as possible. They have handed over their Swords and informed the main Figure that he is now on his own for they no longer want to be a part of it. He may be standing up for himself, being forceful instead of passive, disarming his enemies by letting them see he will no longer accept their attacks and onslaught. In a general context, the Nine of Swords is another of the fear and anxiety cards in the Suit of Swords. A parting of the way for couples may indeed be on the cards, but the break needs to be clean and the  Sword, now used to sever all connecting cords in a manner which takes everyone’s feelings and needs into concern. However, The Reversed Five of Swords appearing in a Relationship Spread can act as a Red Flag if the couple involved are not seeking to resolve issues. They are used to this scenario and you not. This battle was pointless, it was unfair and it was full of cowardliness. Combinations calculator for Judgement, Star, Four of Wands, Five of Swords, Ten of Pentacles. Change ), You are commenting using your Twitter account. All the Swords he holds may have originally being his and is only taking back, what by rights, he is entitled to or has, as a result of his situation,  flipped from Passive to Aggressive. It may be his victory and salvation after being the loser for a long time. Basically, … In his most negative sense, his tomb may resemble Dracula’s lair, where he sleeps during the day and takes flight at night using his Sword-Like fangs to wreak havoc among the local villagers. The Sword of Judgement has not appeared before or since. In what way are you forcing your views on others? Taken to its extreme the Five of Swords can suggest a person who is not afraid to inflict physical pain or injury and could very well be a dangerous character especially as a spouse or partner. If the couple involved can use their Swords wisely now, this will allow them to move on and go their separate ways. Begin by examining your values in a more honest way; see how your mental attitudes are blocking you from pursuing your highest potential. It is a time of sorrow and loss and knowing that nothing will ever be the same again.
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