Understanding Seven of Swords Reversed
When reversed, the Seven of Swords suggests that deceptive behavior is being exposed, confession of wrongdoing, or choosing honesty over continued deception. You may be ready to come clean about dishonest behavior, facing consequences for past deceptions, or deciding to change patterns of manipulation and cunning for more authentic approaches to challenges. When reversed, the The Trickster energy turns inward or becomes blocked, often manifesting as the shadow side of this archetype.
Understanding Seven of Swords Reversed
When reversed, the Seven of Swords suggests that deceptive behavior is being exposed, confession of wrongdoing, or choosing honesty over continued deception. You may be ready to come clean about dishonest behavior, facing consequences for past deceptions, or deciding to change patterns of manipulation and cunning for more authentic approaches to challenges. When reversed, the card's symbols take on different meanings: The five swords taken, which normally represents stolen goods, now suggests this energy is blocked, hidden, or working against you. The two swords left, which normally represents incomplete theft, now suggests this energy is blocked, hidden, or working against you. The tip-toe stance, which normally represents stealth and cunning, now suggests this energy is blocked, hidden, or working against you.
Shadow Aspects
The shadow side of The Trickster emerges when Seven of Swords appears reversed. Instead of trust the card's message, you may find yourself blocked, resistant, or expressing this energy in unhealthy ways. Key shadow themes include: deception exposed, honest confession, facing consequences, authenticity choice. Thoughts become obsessive, communication breaks down, analysis leads to paralysis.
Working With This Energy
Seven of Swords reversed is not a "bad" card - it's an invitation to look inward and address what's blocked. Ask yourself: Where in my life am I being deceptive or dishonest with others? Consider what aspects of deception you may be resisting or avoiding. The card's guidance, when reversed, suggests examining where you're not following this wisdom: Consider whether cunning and strategic thinking are being used ethically. Short-term gains from deception often lead to long-term consequences that...
Life Areas Affected
In love: Romantic honesty, confessing relationship deceptions, or rebuilding trust. In career: Professional honesty, confessing workplace deceptions, or ethical career choices. In finances: Financial honesty, confessing money deceptions, or facing financial consequences. In health: Health honesty, confessing health deceptions, or taking responsibility for wellness. In spirituality: Spiritual honesty, confessing spiritual deceptions, or authentic spiritual practice.
Reversed Meanings by Life Area
Love Reversed
In love, the reversed Seven of Swords indicates confessing romantic deceptions, choosing honesty in relationships, or working to rebuild trust after betrayal. You may be ready to admit to infidelity, stop manipulative romantic behavior, or face the consequences of relationship dishonesty. This card supports choosing authentic love over strategic romance.
Career Reversed
Professionally, the reversed Seven of Swords suggests choosing ethical career approaches, confessing workplace deceptions, or facing consequences for professional dishonesty. You may be ready to give proper credit to colleagues, stop manipulative office behavior, or choose integrity over career advancement through questionable means.
Finances Reversed
Financially, the reversed Seven of Swords indicates choosing financial honesty, confessing financial deceptions, or facing consequences for money-related dishonesty. You may be ready to come clean about financial problems, stop fraudulent behavior, or accept responsibility for financial mistakes.
Health Reversed
The reversed Seven of Swords in health suggests being honest about health issues, confessing health-related deceptions, or taking full responsibility for your wellness. You may be ready to tell healthcare providers the truth, stop hiding health problems, or face the consequences of unhealthy behaviors.
Esoteric Correspondences
Understanding Seven of Swords's deeper symbolism enriches your reversed interpretation.
Golden Dawn Title
Lord of Unstable Effort
Moon in Aquarius
Element
air
Planet
Moon
Zodiac Sign
Aquarius
Decan
3rd decan
20°-30°
Dates
February 9-18
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