Seven of Swords

Key meanings (Upright): Lying, deceit, trickery, thievery, dishonesty, plotting, risky behaviour, enemy posing as a friend, spying, lack of conscience, strategy, resourcefulness, and adaptability

Key meanings (Reversed): Admitting, coming clean, flipping a new leaf, conscience taking hold, ignoring warnings, being malevolent, using blackmail, or employing an ineffective plan of action

Seven of Swords tarot card description

A man is depicted covertly fleeing from some sort of camp in the Seven of Swords card while holding five swords in each hand. Two other swords are standing on the ground behind him. We can infer from this illustration that the Seven of Swords refers to sneakiness, getting away with something, deception, or betrayal. The man's face conveys a great deal of confidence, and he appears certain of his success in this endeavour to steal the swords.

Unfortunately for him, however, it appears that a number of troops are on the left, and one of them is actually raising a flag or a weapon as if to proclaim his discovery of the robbery. The Seven of Swords depicts a guy skulking out of a military barracks while carrying five swords. He casts a glance back at the two upright swords he'd left behind. He appears to be pleased with himself for slipping away unnoticed since he is grinning. The Seven of Swords is often used to denote robbery, betrayal, deceit, and trickery. You might be attempting to commit a crime and moving covertly behind people's backs in an effort to avoid being seen.

If you're fortunate, you might escape with your secret unbroken, but if you're unlucky, people will soon learn what you did, humiliating and embarrassing you. In other words, the individual who draws this card ought to work more efficiently. Consider all possibilities, examine everything from all angles, and put yourself in the position of your rival. As a result, there won't be any surprises and you'll be so well-informed about the situation that you won't be able to settle for anything less than success. The natural champion's confidence is supported by clever pre-planning.

Seven of Swords (Upright)

Upright Seven of Swords tarot card meaning

The Seven of Swords generally stands for deceit, lying, treachery, dishonesty, and a lack of conscience. The other meanings of this card include psychological manipulation, strategy, plotting, cunning, foes who pose as allies, and spies in your camp. It is a Minor Arcana card that represents risk-taking behaviour, courage, daring, and staying one step ahead of the curve. The Seven of Swords can also stand for adaptability, cleverness, ingenuity, strategic thinking, and an excess of rationality.

This Tarot card can also represent dishonest behaviour, theft, break-ins, fraud, dubious business dealings, and a general lack of morality. It stands for getting away with something and avoiding capture. The common interpretation of the Seven of Swords is one of betrayal and deception. If you draw this card, it could mean that you or a close friend or relative is having trouble getting away with something. Sometimes we have no choice but to act sly in the hopes of avoiding detection.

When we are exposed, we must deal with the repercussions, which may include embarrassment, punishment, or worse. This can happen in situations where you had to act quickly and did something somewhat shrewd and out of character. The risk of the secret becoming public has increased. You might feel the urge to leave quietly, which is a sign that something is no longer going as planned.

Love and Relationships (Upright)

The Seven of Swords in a tarot card reading for love is not a good omen if you are in a relationship because it might denote dishonesty, betrayal, lying, and cheating. This might indicate relationship infidelity. When it does, though, don't assume the worst because it could be a sign of many different kinds of dishonesty, not just cheating. Instead of being open and honest about what you want, perhaps one of you is hiding their feelings or is attempting to influence the other. This Minor Arcana card also depicts foes passing themselves off as friends, thus it might also suggest a third person attempting to sabotage your relationship!

The Seven of Swords (Upright) suggests that if you're single, you can run into someone who's manipulative and dishonest, so take caution. In addition, it advises you to avoid those who play games with you and to fight the impulse to play games with your possible partners if you want a sincere, loving relationship. You might be over-rationalizing your approach to romance or relying on your quick wit and cunning to keep one step ahead of the game when it comes to dating. Playing games with your partner may keep them interested in the beginning, but once you've gained their trust, you should really just stop and be yourself.

Finances (Upright)

Right now, you should exercise caution when it comes to your finances since there might be some form of deceit, swindling, or theft of your money. This can happen to you, but you might also be bringing it on yourself if you engage in any unscrupulous business dealings or try to get rich quickly. Avoid anything that seems shady or too wonderful to be true. The Seven of Swords may serve as a warning in a financial Tarot spread about financial trickery, so keep an eye out for theft, robberies, and fraud. It can also be advising you not to make any dangerous bets with your money, investments, or shady dealings right now.

You might get away with it, but there is a cost to your conscience and you might feel that it is not worth it. As per the predictions of the Seven of Swords (Upright) you need to pay close attention to your financial affairs. How secure you feel about your possessions and valuables depends entirely on your previous security habits or safety practices. It's possible for theft and fraud to happen; you might not anticipate it to come from the outside. Thus, this card cautions you to avoid schemes or dubious bargains that promise to make you rich rapidly.

Career (Upright)

There might be some sketchy people working for you. Lies and dishonesty can catch you off guard. You could have to deal with coworkers who are spreading rumors about you to your superiors, criticising your work, or trying to claim credit for it. In this case, be cautious about who you put your trust in because it can come from an unexpected source. This card may occasionally indicate that you will need to employ some form of planning in order to complete your tasks. In this situation, others can have greater resources or established positions, making you the underdog. You may now benefit from using a certain amount of tact in your task.

The upright Seven of Swords can suggest that there is dishonesty or trickery going on around you at work in a career Tarot reading. Your coworkers can be trying to discredit you, whispering lies about you behind your back, stealing your ideas, or engaging in shady commercial dealings. Whatever the circumstance, it seems like you are missing this deception. To put yourself ahead in the game, you might need to exploit certain strengths like adaptation, inventiveness, adaptability, quick wit, and bravery, according to this Minor Arcana card. You can be developing plans or strategies to advance your business or professional life.

Health (Upright)

You can be reminded to stop deceiving yourself by the Seven of Swords in health. If you have any risky addictions, you need to start working on strategies to get rid of them as soon as you can. Thoughts of habits are awful, an unhealthy connection that keeps us confined is the inability to live without something. If you are ill or know someone who is, seek out some advice from trustworthy individuals. Make hasty decisions and don't even believe what the first person says. This card from the Suit of Swords is a reminder to quit lying to yourself.

If you have any harmful addictions, you should get to work as soon as you can on overcoming them. Habits are unpleasant, and the inability to live without anything is a bad link that confines us. Ask for guidance from dependable people if you're sick or you know someone who is. Decide quickly and don't even trust what the first person says. It also indicates a necessity for additional testing to identify a health concern. Get a second opinion if your symptoms have been overlooked or dismissed by your doctor but are still present. This card may be a sign that the reason for your symptoms is evading detection.

Seven of Swords (Reversed)

Reversed Seven of Swords tarot card meaning

Depending on the other cards in the reading and the context, the Seven of Swords reversed can signify a variety of things. The first thing it can imply is that you need to alter your strategy because your current methods are ineffective. When this card is upright, it can represent a crafty victory achieved through deception and treachery; when it is reversed, it can represent either a more extreme example of the same behaviour. Or perhaps a rebirth of the conscience.

It's possible that you or someone in your network is making the decision to confess to a manipulation they were a part of in order to relieve themselves of their guilt. With a confession, you might be able to mend the trust that has been shattered. There is a desire to attempt an alternative approach, one that is collaborative rather than independent. If you have done anything you are not proud of, you may find yourself confessing and turning over a new leaf because the Seven of Swords reversed generally represents coming clean and one's conscience kicking in. It might stand for security or military professions.

Alternatively, this Minor Arcana card reversed depicts persons who are toxic or harmful to be around, serial cheaters, pathological liars, or just plain evil. Additionally, it stands for fraudsters, blackmail, and slander. Reversing the Seven of Swords might also mean that you ignored warning signs, were outsmarted, or discovered that your strategies or plans were ineffective. This Tarot card may also be a sign that you lack courage, are acting cowardly, are taking credit for other people's accomplishments, or are eluding responsibility. It could also mean getting caught or ignoring warning indications.

Love and Relationships (Reversed)

The Seven of Swords reversed in love and relationship reading is not good, even if the card has been reversed, it typically still implies that there has been dishonesty or infidelity in the partnership. This card can represent a variety of scenarios in the events that lead to this deceit being uncovered and the truth coming to light. Although the cheater or deceiver may trip up or unintentionally reveal their lies, their spouse may opt to overlook the warning signs or choose to dismiss their behaviour. A cheater or deceiver might come clean, confess, and turn the page, and their spouse might decide to forgive them and move on.

A cheater who is discovered may flee with their mistress after being exposed. But once more, when this Minor Arcana card comes in reverse, you shouldn't jump to conclusions. It could also be a sign that a third party who has been spreading lies or causing difficulties in your relationship will be revealed as the liar that they are. If the Seven of Swords is reversed, it means you can run into a pathological liar or a chronic cheater, so be cautious if you're single. It might also be a sign that you're ready to stop playing games in your current relationship and turn a new leaf, being more sincere with people you meet online.

Finances (Reversed)

Getting this tarot card in a tarot card session for finance carries a warning of dishonesty and can be a stronger indicator that you could become a victim of theft, burglary, or fraud. It might also be a warning that you will be found out if you have been dishonest or deceitful in your money dealings, at which point you may decide to come clean. The truth is now becoming clear, and those who have not followed a moral path risk suffering the repercussions.

In terms of money usage, when you get the Seven of Swords (reversed) signifies a favorable time to pay your taxes and get your finances in line before you get into additional difficulties. The truth is now coming out, and those who don't follow a moral road will suffer consequences if they have ever been the victim of a robbery, swindle, or fraud. The Seven of Swords reversed is still a sign of financial dishonesty, and it might be a stronger sign that you might be the victim of theft, robbery, or fraud.

Career (Reversed)

Now that truths are coming to light, anyone who has been operating dishonestly can have their lies exposed. Whether you are the one who was deceived or the one who was unjust, guilt and shame will probably cause the offender to confess and possibly seek reconciliation. There is likely to be forgiven as long as you accept responsibility, make amends, and deal with the fallout. Alternatively, the circumstance at work may deteriorate; occasionally, people responsible for the incident are not held accountable in front of the public. Remember that, despite the disappointment, a person's character will determine their fate in the future.

The Seven of Swords reversed in a career Tarot reading denotes that if you have been dishonest or underhanded at work, your conscience may take over and you may opt to confess or you may be found out. This card from the Suit of Swords could be a sign that other people in your workplace are highly dishonest or deceitful and are being exposed as such. The offenders might also make an effort to escape the repercussions of their behaviour. This card might also be trying to warn you that your existing ideas and strategies won't work, so you need to start again and be a little more inventive.

Health (Reversed)

You can be reminded to stop deceiving yourself by the Seven of Swords in health. If you have any risky addictions, you need to start working on strategies to get rid of them as soon as you can. Thoughts of habits are awful, an unhealthy connection that keeps us confined is the inability to live without something. If you are ill or know someone who is, seek out some advice from trustworthy individuals. Please refrain from assuming the first person's word for it and making hasty conclusions. The Seven of Swords reversed in a health situation also denotes the possibility that you may be neglecting health-related warning signs.

Be aware of the signals your body is sending you and respond appropriately because engaging in self-deception won't help you and might worsen a disease. The Seven of Swords reversed alerts you to the possibility that someone is trying to give you spiritual advice right now. Just make sure you only take what works for you and discard the rest. Even while the knowledge they leave behind might be helpful to you, there might still be another goal at hand that you are not aware of.

Seven of Swords: One Card Pull

When you need concise, to-the-point solutions, only one card is pulled. It is used for situations where you need definite, Yes-or-No replies. Therefore, getting a one-card pull is usually beneficial if you are going through a difficult scenario or are trapped in a bind. After the card has been shuffled, you can pick one from the deck. You will receive the appropriate response to your query. The outcomes of one Seven of Swords card pull are as follows:

Upright Position: The Seven of Swords is a "no" card. It is advised to take some time to carefully assess the situation before making any decisions because the tarot card known as the Seven of Swords primarily depicts a strong sense of falsehoods and dishonesty. Pay close attention to any warning indicators that may be present.

Reversed Position: Reversed, The Seven of Swords says "yes." Even though the reversed position of the seven of Swords suggests that you or someone nearby is willing to take responsibility for their misdeeds this time, the card still indicates a sense of dishonesty. The time has come to face the truth.

Seven of Swords Card for Timing

According to The Seven of Swords, an important thought will first turn within before turning outward to address a challenge. This incident might take place during the next several hours or days. It would also be counted in months, or around the 7th, 16th, 25th of a month. The most effective method of predicting the time is to know the card's number. Timing is extremely important while performing a tarot reading. If you draw the Seven of Swords in response to a question concerning the timing of an event, it is likely that your wishes or questions will come true.

Although a fast movement is implied by the Air element, it will nonetheless take time. It would be difficult to say how soon that is because it may be Wintertime or the seasons of the signs of Gemini, Libra, or Aquarius. The best approach to take this is to keep in mind that whatever it is you're inquiring about will eventually happen, even if it happens quickly or doesn't last for very long. The greatest strategy for determining the time with the Swords Suit is to always think at least one later.