Six of Swords Tarot Card Meanings

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Six of Swords Tarot Card
Meanings and Keywords:

Upright:

Forgiveness

Moving towards a better future.

Finding solutions.

Changing location.

Problem-solving.

Feeling a bit low emotionally.

Being sentimental.

Moving in the right direction.

The need for change.

Reversed:

Problems staying afloat.

Losing important information.

Mental confusion.

Six of Swords tarot card meanings upright

Six of swords in a general reading

Six of Swords tarot card is about crossing troubled sea and entering into calmer water. This is the tarot card for finding solutions and implementing them. Sometimes Six of swords tarot card shows up when people are making physical travel. Spiritually, this card speaks of forgiveness. It speaks of moving into a safe harbour away from troubled sea.

Six of swords in the Vision Quest

Since the beginning of the suit of swords, every 2nd card has been stilling the mind. In Six of swords, the Seeker puts restraints on their mind that was filled with conflicting thoughts seen in Five of swords. The stilling of the mind is the purpose of the Vision Quest in the suit of swords. The aim is to go beyond the mind.

Six of swords in a love reading

In a love reading, Six of swords tarot card denotes meeting someone online or a long-distance relationship. It can also mean a relationship where the couple has worked on their issues and made it through.

Six of swords in a career reading

In a career reading, Six of swords tarot card signifies science, problem-solving, computer and travel jobs. It can also speak of work trips. It can mean relocating due to work.

Six of swords as feelings

Six of swords as feelings denote the Seeker feels they need to move on from their old routine and also their past. They could have been holding on too much to an old belief, an outdated situation and/or their past. The Seeker feels like going to a new place, travel, and meet new people.

Six of swords as Personality types

Six of swords as a person indicates someone who is very good at problem-solving and implementing new strategies and systems. Six of swords people tend to be well-traveled. They enjoy learning from different places and situations.

Six of swords tarot card meanings reversed

Six of Swords tarot card reversed indicates travel plans being canceled or delayed. It also means difficulty in problem-solving. The swords fall out of the boat when Six of swords tarot card shows up reversed, denoting the danger of losing valuable information. Make sure you back up and protect your data.

Six of swords reversed as Personality types

The reversed meanings of the tarot cards often speaks of the Seeker acting out due to being under a lot of stress. This can bring out the shadow aspect of the person. 

Six of swords reversed as a person indicates someone who has problems staying afloat. There are problems with getting stuck and lost, and there are often issues with time management. Six of swords reversed people can speak of someone who feels very emotionally overwhelmed.

Six of swords tarot card meanings summary

Six of swords tarot card denotes steps taken that will lead to a better and brighter future. Six of swords tarot card can also speak of travel as all travel brings about learning in some way or another.

Six Of Swords Tarot Card Combinations

Some important tarot card combinations including Six of swords:

6 of swords + The Fool: A chance meeting. 

6 of swords + The Emperor: Moving up the organisation.

6 of swords + The Hierophant: Settling down. 

6 of swords + The Lovers: Moving forward in your relationship. 

6 of swords + The Chariot: A small move turns into a big move. 

6 of swords + The Hanged Man: Scientific breakthrough. 

6 of swords + Temperance: Moving far away.

6 of swords + Five of wands: Going on a journey to learn about yourself. 

6 of swords + Seven of wands: Becoming a manager. More responsibility. 

6 of swords + Ten of wands: Investing in your career. 

6 of swords + Two of cups: Travelling for love. 

6 of swords + Seven of cups: Online studies. 

6 of swords + Eight of cups: Ending a chapter. 

6 of swords + Ten of cups: Finding your true purpose. 

6 of swords + Ace of pentacles: Moving towards financial security. 

6 of swords + Two of pentacles: Learning a new language. 

6 of swords + Seven of pentacles: Moving to the country. 

6 of swords + Nine of pentacles: A holiday. A breakthrough.

6 of swords + Ten of pentacles: Visiting family. 

6 of swords + Two of swords: Mathematical and technical skills.

6 of swords + Three of swords: Musical skills. 

6 of swords + Five of swords: Being an outsider. 

6 of swords + King of swords: A strict parent or boss. Navigation. 

Learn the Meanings of the Suit of Swords Tarot Cards Here.

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