Nine of Swords Meaning

Swords · Air · Yes or no: No

Upright

anxiety, nightmares, despair, mental anguish

The Nine of Swords is the dark night of the soul — anxiety and nightmares that seem overwhelming in the small hours. Know that dawn is coming and fears are larger in darkness.

Reversed

recovery, release, overcoming anxiety, facing fears

Reversed, the Nine of Swords marks the turning point from despair. The worst has passed and healing begins with the first honest conversation with yourself.

Nine of Swords in love

Swords bring the head into matters of the heart: honest conversations, decisions, and sometimes hurt. Upright, the Nine of Swords brings anxiety and nightmares into your love life. Reversed, watch for recovery and release.

As feelings

They are thinking about you more than feeling, and may be wrestling with doubts. As feelings, the Nine of Swords suggests anxiety and nightmares.

Career and money

In work, Swords point to strategy, negotiation, difficult decisions and clear communication. Upright, expect anxiety and nightmares. Reversed, the risk is recovery and release.

As advice

As advice, the Nine of Swords asks you to lean into anxiety and nightmares, and to guard against recovery.

Symbolism

Nines are near completion: the suit’s energy at its fullest, for better or worse. The suit of Swords covers thoughts, communication, truth, conflict and decisions.

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