Suit of Swords Tarot Card Meanings
Swords are the element of Air, and are the intellectual aspect of the suits. They represent the mental and logical aspects of our lives; all things from the realm of thoughts. They also relate to the way we communicate and direct these thoughts and the resulting changes these cause. The Swords have links to the astrological signs of Gemini, Libra and Aquarius therefore the court cards represent the characteristics of people born under these signs.
A reading comprised of many cards from the suit of Swords often relate to change and conflict. This can be from the way we internalise our reactions to these changes, thus showing inner conflict, stress and worry, or the outer obstacles caused by the changes. Often it can show a difficult time being experienced by the querent.