Swords · 6
Six of Swords
The Six of Swords symbolizes transition, a journey, moving from chaos to calm, and relief from problems. In its upright position, this card suggests positive energies, favorable circumstances, and gradual but steady progress in your affairs.
- Number
- 6
- Arcana
- Minor Arcana · Swords
- Element
- Air
Advice of the card
You are leaving difficulties behind. Move towards a calmer future, even if it requires a physical or mental relocation. The past is behind the stern.
Upright
General meaning
The Six of Swords symbolizes transition, a journey, moving from chaos to calm, and relief from problems. In its upright position, this card suggests positive energies, favorable circumstances, and gradual but steady progress in your affairs.
In love and relationships
In matters of love, the Six of Swords suggests you are leaving conflicts behind and moving toward a calmer and more harmonious stage in the relationship.
In career and work
In career matters, the Six of Swords indicates opportunities for growth and success through changing jobs, relocating for a new position, or progress achieved after a difficult period.
Reversed
General meaning
The reversed Six of Swords indicates stagnation, inability to escape problems, postponement of a journey, or returning to old difficulties. Challenges require determination to move forward.
In love and relationships
In relationships, the reversed card suggests an inability to let go of past conflicts, a feeling of being stuck, or the need to return to unresolved issues.
In career and work
In work situations, the reversed Six of Swords may indicate obstacles due to bureaucracy, cancellation of important plans, or unwillingness to embrace necessary changes.
Card symbolism
- The element of air describes thinking, communication, truth and decision-making.
- Six is harmony, help and restored balance.
Yes or no
Leans “yes”
The answer depends on your question and neighbouring cards in a spread; reversed, the meaning may shift.
FAQ
What does Six of Swords mean in Tarot?+
The Six of Swords symbolizes transition, a journey, moving from chaos to calm, and relief from problems. In its upright position, this card suggests positive energies, favorable circumstances, and gradual but steady progress in your affairs.
What does Six of Swords mean reversed?+
The reversed Six of Swords indicates stagnation, inability to escape problems, postponement of a journey, or returning to old difficulties. Challenges require determination to move forward.
What does Six of Swords mean in love?+
In matters of love, the Six of Swords suggests you are leaving conflicts behind and moving toward a calmer and more harmonious stage in the relationship.
Is Six of Swords a yes or a no?+
Leans “yes”.
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