Queen of Swords

This point of your life journey is all about fairness, justice, and making a positive difference.

The Queen of Swords [Upright]

The queen of swords sits comfortably on a large open-air throne. One hand reaches out to an audience out of our sight while the other holds an upright sword.

This figure appears calm, welcoming, and kind. She is the kind of person who listens and cares. She’s very trustworthy and well respected, and being truthful and fair drives her every move.

Queen of Swords Keywords [Upright]

  • Independent
  • Clear boundaries
  • Principled
  • Fair
  • Honest
  • Unbiased
  • Objective

Queen of Swords Meaning [Upright]

The upright queen of swords represents old-fashioned wisdom, the kind of advice you’d get from the wise aunt or grandmother in your family.

You may not always like what you hear, but the straight-talking advice delivered here is very worth listening to.

Her key message is about approaching life’s challenges based on practical facts, not just emotion. Decisions and judgments are best based on a blend of compassion and intellect.

Taking emotions out of the equation may make you seem a bit cold or uncaring, but it guarantees a fair outcome. Just be mindful that being too direct can overwhelm some people, so they switch off instantly.

Ultimately, this tarot image promotes the need for honesty and truth.

Key Points – Love [Upright]

  • In a love reading, the upright queen of swords represents a strong figure that is also quite independent. Possibly even a bit of a loner too. Strong, intelligent, and driven people can seem intimidating to potential lovers, so be aware of that. There’s no need to change, but softening the edges can help relationships form or strengthen.
  • Sometimes this card represents feelings. It suggests you or someone close is struggling to find a little personal space alongside a relationship. Everyone needs breathing room, so don’t hold on too tight.

Key Points – Money [Upright]

  • The upright queen of swords shows up in a financial reading to offer a responsible voice. This is the time to create and maintain a balance between head and heart.
  • If you want to save or get out of debt, think about budgeting better and cut down on impulsive buying habits. Remember to build in some fun, though, by allowing yourself a tiny splurge budget.

Key Points - Career [Upright]

  • The upright queen of swords represents a senior, well-respected male or female figure in a job-related reading. This person could be you or someone who is a potential mentor in your life.
  • Use the power and influence the queen figure radiates to share and learn. There’s a lot of invaluable wisdom, advice, and support floating around.

The Queen of Swords [Reversed]

Queen of Swords Keywords [Reversed]

  • Over emotional
  • Cold-hearted
  • Cruel
  • Harsh
  • Unforgiving
  • Pessimistic
  • Manipulative
  • Deceitful

Queen of Swords Meaning [Reversed]

The reversed queen of swords represents a troubled soul. She is super sensitive and finds it difficult to separate her feelings from what is going on.

If you have similar issues, then now is the time to work on this. Understanding your emotions helps you be more objective, realize what’s happening, and ultimately make better decisions.

The reversed position queen of swords can also represent you, or a close contact, who is being quite callous, cold, or thoughtless over a particular issue right now. This will never end well, and you’ll lose all support if you don’t keep yourself in check.

Key Points - Love [Reversed]

  • The reversed queen of swords represents a demanding, manipulative, and generally unpleasant person who is best avoided.
  • She’s a real shape-shifter, so in a love reading, the queen can represent you, your romantic partner, or a third party who is a negative blip on your radar.
  • There may be genuine reasons for someone’s bad behavior, but it still needs to be appropriately managed. Perhaps counseling is an excellent next move?
  • Single people who still feel bitter about a breakup need to release those bad feelings as soon as possible. Learn from them, then let the toxic emotions go.

Key Points - Money [Reversed]

  • Now is the right time to look closely at your financial habits boundaries if you want to secure a comfortable future. It’s not practical to spend beyond your paycheck, juggle debts, or either lend or borrow money regularly.
  • Get familiar with, and take responsibility for your financial health. Once you create a plan, your life will flow incredibly smoothly.

Key Points - Career [Reversed]

  • Do you have an unpleasant work situation where someone is causing you problems? The reversed queen of swords often warns of someone with a grudge, a sharp tongue, or a liking for gossip; someone who says what they like, regardless of the results.
  • Could this person be you? If so, you need to get a hold of things and change your attitude. What can you change in your life to improve your attitude?

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