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Four of Swords: tarot card meaning

Four of Swords is a card of the suit of Swords (element Air), which speaks of thought, speech and decisions in the tarot. Keywords: rest, recovery, pause. Here is what the card means upright and reversed, then in love, at work, for money and for health.

  • rest
  • recovery
  • pause

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Minor Arcana · SwordsUpright

Four of Swords

  • rest
  • recovery
  • pause

Element: Air

A time of rest and recovery after an intense period. Recharge your batteries.

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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. Four of Swords upright

    A time of rest and recovery after an intense period. Recharge your batteries.

  2. Four of Swords reversed

    You regain strength, or refuse to stop at all. Listen to your tiredness.

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

  3. Four of Swords in love

    A pause in the relationship, a need for rest and space.

  4. Four of Swords for career

    Rest, a break or recovery before getting back to work.

  5. Four of Swords for money

    Put big decisions on hold for now and consolidate.

  6. Four 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 Four of Swords tarot card mean?
A time of rest and recovery after an intense period. Recharge your batteries.
What does Four of Swords reversed mean?
You regain strength, or refuse to stop at all. Listen to your tiredness.
What does Four of Swords mean in love?
A pause in the relationship, a need for rest and space.
What does Four of Swords mean for career and money?
Rest, a break or recovery before getting back to work. Put big decisions on hold for now and consolidate.
Is Four 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 Four of Swords: rest, recovery, pause.

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