Minor arcana · Swords (Air)
Seven of Swords
Strategy, cunning and something left unsaid.
- Keywords
- Strategy · Deception · Secrecy · Cunning · Acting alone
- Yes or no
- No
- Element
- Air
AdviceAct wisely, but without deceiving anyone.
What it means
A man tiptoes away from a camp with five swords in his arms, leaving two behind. The Seven of Swords speaks of strategy, but also of deception, secrets and acting behind people’s backs. It can warn you to be wary of someone, or to be honest with yourself about what you are hiding.
In love
Secrets, mistrust or something that is not being said.
At work and with money
Backroom games. Protect your ideas and read agreements carefully.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Seven of Swords mean in tarot?
Strategy, cunning and something left unsaid. Act wisely, but without deceiving anyone.
What does Seven of Swords mean in love?
Secrets, mistrust or something that is not being said.
What does Seven of Swords mean for work?
Backroom games. Protect your ideas and read agreements carefully.
Is Seven of Swords a yes or a no?
In a yes or no question, Seven of Swords usually says no, or not now. Strategy, cunning and something left unsaid.
The illustrations come from My Daily Oracle’s own deck, drawn with the help of AI from the symbolism of the Rider-Waite-Smith deck. Tarot is a tool for reflection and self-knowledge, not for predicting the future.
Other cards of Swords
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