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Five of Swords: tarot card meaning

Five of Swords is a card of the suit of Swords (element Air), which speaks of thought, speech and decisions in the tarot. Keywords: conflict, ego, hollow victory. Here is what the card means upright and reversed, then in love, at work, for money and for health.

  • conflict
  • ego
  • hollow victory

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Five of Swords

  • conflict
  • ego
  • hollow victory

Element: Air

A conflict where winning costs a lot. Ask yourself whether the battle is worth it.

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Tarot is a reflective practice and a cultural tradition with no scientific or predictive value. The cards do not replace the advice of a doctor, a financial adviser or a lawyer.

  1. Five of Swords upright

    A conflict where winning costs a lot. Ask yourself whether the battle is worth it.

  2. Five of Swords reversed

    Time to make peace, admit a wrong or move on.

    Reversed, the card's energy is held back, delayed or turned inwards.

  3. Five of Swords in love

    A conflict nobody really wins. Pride can cost the relationship.

  4. Five of Swords for career

    Tension or unfair competition. Choose your battles.

  5. Five of Swords for money

    Beware of money disputes or deals that benefit only one side.

  6. Five of Swords for health

    Swords speak of the mind; stress and looping thoughts deserve attention.

    Tarot is no substitute for medical advice: see a health professional about any concern.

These tools give general information. They do not replace the advice of a doctor or a qualified professional.

Frequently asked questions

What does the Five of Swords tarot card mean?
A conflict where winning costs a lot. Ask yourself whether the battle is worth it.
What does Five of Swords reversed mean?
Time to make peace, admit a wrong or move on.
What does Five of Swords mean in love?
A conflict nobody really wins. Pride can cost the relationship.
What does Five of Swords mean for career and money?
Tension or unfair competition. Choose your battles. Beware of money disputes or deals that benefit only one side.
Is Five of Swords a positive card?
No card is good or bad in itself: it all depends on its position and on your question. Keywords for Five of Swords: conflict, ego, hollow victory.

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