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Six of Swords
Upright Meaning
The Six of Swords shows a cloaked figure being ferried across water with six swords in the boat. The water is rough on one side, calm on the other — a literal transition from turbulence to peace. This card represents the necessary journey away from what hurts you, even when the destination is unclear. Sometimes leaving is the healing.
Reversed Meaning
When reversed, the energy of Six of Swords may become blocked or distorted. Pay attention to shadow aspects and areas requiring deeper reflection.
Keywords
Upright Meaning
- transition
- moving on
- calmer waters
Reversed Meaning
- unresolved baggage
- stuck in transition
- resistance to healing
Visual Symbolism
Figures in a boat moving across water, six swords; transition, moving on.
Classic Rider-Waite symbolism — each visual element carries deeper psychological meaning.
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Six of Swords tarot card meaning — upright, reversed & love
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