Five of Swords
Five of Swords
A conflict may leave everyone feeling worse. Ask whether winning is worth the cost.
Love Arguments may harm more than they solve. Seek understanding.
Work Competition or power struggles need careful handling.
Money Avoid gains that damage trust.
Wellbeing Conflict drains you. Protect your peace.
Growth You are learning which battles are worth fighting.
Reconciliation is possible. You may be ready to make amends or let go.
Love Repair comes through humility.
Work Resolution after conflict.
Money Settle disputes fairly.
Wellbeing Relief as tension eases.
Growth Choose peace.
Symbols in the glass
- Gathered swords a win claimed at a cost
- Figures walking away loss and withdrawal
- Torn clouds tension and discord
- Discarded swords conflict that leaves everyone diminished
A man with a satisfied expression gathers swords, while two defeated figures walk away toward the shore. Clouds tear across a restless sky.
Deeper lore
- Element
- Air
- Astrology
- Venus in Aquarius (decan 0-10°)
- Dates
- 20 Jan to 29 Jan
- Golden Dawn title
- Lord of Defeat
- Number
- Five, disruption: conflict of wills and the cost of winning.
- Names
- Five of Swords · Cinq d'Épées · 宝剑五
Waite, 1911
Waite: "degradation, destruction, revocation, infamy, dishonour, loss". Waite reads the reverse much as the upright.
What would peace ask you to let go of?
Ask Iris about this cardFor reflection and entertainment. Meanings follow the Smith-Waite tradition.