#55 · Six of Swords
#55 · Six of Swords
Six of Swords
Upright
Transition, Leaving Trouble, Journey of Healing, Moving Placidly
A woman and child travel by boat away from choppy waves toward a calm shore, six swords upright in the vessel, symbolizing a quiet transition out of trouble while carrying wounds. Upright represents gradually moving away from difficult situations toward a better place; the healing journey may be slow, but the direction is correct. Stay calm; calmer waters lie ahead.
Reversed
Trapped, Stagnation, Resisting Transition, Re-opening Wounds
Six of Swords reversed indicates being stuck in a rough spot unable to leave, or a blocked transition where old problems flare up. You might be avoiding a necessary change, or a healing process has stalled. Acknowledge that you are still en route, and patiently continue toward peace.
Love
Upright foretells climbing out of an emotional low tide, a gradual recovery after a split; Reversed implies an inability to walk away from a past flame or a stagnant dynamic.
Career
Upright represents a transfer, leaving a tight spot, or a project entering a smooth phase; Reversed warns of being stuck or a failed transition.
Spiritual
Upright is crossing the river of life quietly with your lessons in tow; Reversed requires checking whether you are resisting a necessary transition.