Suit: Swords
Seven of Swords: tarot card meaning
Cunning, hidden moves and strategy.
Yes or no: No
Upright position
A man sneaks away from a camp carrying swords. The card is about cunning, deception or, on the contrary, a smart strategy without unnecessary noise. Not everything is said out loud.
More about the card
A man tiptoes away from a camp, carrying five swords and smiling slyly. Two more are left behind. The Seven of Swords is about cunning, secrecy and strategy. Sometimes it is deception or theft, and sometimes just a clever detour when going straight ahead isn’t possible. The card suggests staying attentive: something may be going unsaid, or you may be holding something back yourself. Ask yourself honestly whether the means are justified.
Reversed position
The reversed Seven means exposure, a confession or a decision to act honestly.
Symbolism of the card
A man tiptoes away from a camp carrying five swords, smiling slyly; two are left stuck in the ground. Tiptoeing and the sly smile mean hidden moves, and the swords left behind mean the plan is not perfect.
In love and relationships
Things left unsaid, reserve. Trust, but listen to yourself.
At work and in finances
Office intrigue, competitors. Keep your plans to yourself.
Reversed in love
A secret comes out, or it may be time to confess. Trust may return after an honest conversation. The card suggests telling the truth, even when it is uncomfortable.
As a feeling
Things left unsaid, mixed signals: a mood of reserve, where not everything is spoken.
The card as a person
A quick-witted, resourceful person who knows how to find loopholes. They act independently, dislike reporting to anyone, and may bend the truth when it suits them.
As the card of the day
Check information and don’t tell everything about your plans. Good for strategic thinking and unconventional solutions. Look after your belongings and passwords.
Yes or no
No. Not everything has been said, or not everything is known.
Combinations with other cards
- Seven of Swords + The Moon
Deception and confusion: not everything is as it seems.
- Seven of Swords + Five of Swords
Unfair play, a victory by cunning that has consequences.
- Seven of Swords + The Magician
A smart strategy and the ability to get around obstacles.
Questions to ask yourself
When this card comes up, it helps to answer honestly:
- What am I hiding, and why?
- Who am I trusting without good reason?
- Is there a more honest way to reach the goal?
The card’s advice
Pay attention to what is left unsaid.