SUIT OF SWORDS
Knight of SwordsTarot card meaning
- Element
- Air
- Astrology
- Taurus to Gemini
- Yes or no
- Yes
- Number
- Swords 12
Symbolism
A knight charges at full speed on a galloping white horse, sword raised high. The trees bend and the clouds race in the wind. He's all momentum and conviction, rushing toward his goal.
✦ A word from Knight of Swords: Charge ahead, but look where you're going.
Knight of Swords · Upright meaning
The Knight of Swords brings fast, ambitious energy. You know what you want and you're ready to go after it. Move decisively, speak up, and act, but make sure you're not running over people on the way.
Knight of Swords · Reversed meaning
Reversed, the Knight of Swords warns against rushing in, saying something you'll regret, or pushing too hard. Slow down long enough to think about consequences.
Knight of Swords · Love & relationships
Upright, a fast-moving, intense connection. Reversed, impulsive words or someone who comes on strong and leaves fast.
Knight of Swords · As feelings
They're intensely interested and may pursue you fast and directly. Reversed, they may be impulsive or blunt to the point of hurting you.
Knight of Swords · As advice
Act decisively, but don't steamroll people or skip the thinking part.
Knight of Swords · Career & studies
Upright, ambition and quick progress. Reversed, haste leading to mistakes.
Knight of Swords · Money & abundance
Avoid impulsive financial decisions.
Knight of Swords · Wellbeing
High mental energy; make time to switch off.
Which card would find you right now?
If you just drew Knight of Swords with your own deck, or there's a question on your mind, Moonveil can read it in light of your situation.
Knight of Swords: frequently asked questions
What does Knight of Swords mean upright?
The Knight of Swords brings fast, ambitious energy. You know what you want and you're ready to go after it. Move decisively, speak up, and act, but make sure you're not running over people on the way.
What does Knight of Swords reversed mean? Is it a bad card?
Reversed, the Knight of Swords warns against rushing in, saying something you'll regret, or pushing too hard. Slow down long enough to think about consequences.
What does Knight of Swords mean in love and relationships?
Upright, a fast-moving, intense connection. Reversed, impulsive words or someone who comes on strong and leaves fast.
What does Knight of Swords mean as feelings?
They're intensely interested and may pursue you fast and directly. Reversed, they may be impulsive or blunt to the point of hurting you.
What does Knight of Swords mean as advice?
Act decisively, but don't steamroll people or skip the thinking part.
Is Knight of Swords a yes or a no?
In a single-card yes-or-no reading, Knight of Swords leans "Yes". Tarot is better at showing how a situation and your feelings are moving than at giving a flat verdict, so read it alongside the card's details and your own circumstances.