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Welcome to part 2 of my 40 part series Minor Arcana Meanings Deep Dives – each week or so we’ll hang out with ONE Tarot card and dive deeply into it’s symbols, meanings and messages – I’ll even give you some journalling questions to help you contemplate and connect with each card. This is similar to my Major Arcana Meanings Deep Dive series and my Meet the Court Cards series.
Today we’re diving into the Ace of Swords – the most clear and powerful sign that you need to seize the day and just go for it, no more waiting around! Let’s get into it…
Suit = pentacles
Element = Air (mind, thoughts, intellect, communication)
Number 1 – start, beginning, new
Symbols:
Crown = head/mind
Hand gripping sword = determination, resolve
Pointy, craggy mountain scape = challenges, deterrents, naysayers
Greenery on crown = prosperity and achievement
Keywords:
New beginning, new idea, first step, mental clarity and focus, moving forward (despite obstacles), taking the initiative, seize the day!, DO IT NOW!
Advice & Messages
When the Ace of Swords appears in your reading, it encourages you to take the initiative on something. Don’t wait to be rescued or for someone else to do it – YOU do it and do it NOW! Go for it and don’t delay or dilly dally.
This Ace reminds you that your point of power is always in the NOW, so don’t waste time regretting the past or worrying about the future – seize the day and don’t let “red tape” or distractions hold you back.
Make sure you pay close attention to any new ideas that pop into your head and jot them down so you don’t forget.
External vs Internal meanings
Internally, the Ace of Swords manifests as focused attention and new ideas, while externally this Ace is experienced as taking action and really going for something or even a new opportunity being presented.
Reversed
If the Ace of Swords appears reversed, it can signify having difficulty generating new ideas or talking yourself out of all your ideas. It can also suggest having trouble focusing your mind and struggling to take the initiative on anything, succumbing to waiting around for someone else to fix things or for circumstances to change.
Journalling Questions:
♥ What new idea(s) have you recently had?
♥ What are you ready to take the initiative on?
♥ What small step can you take in the direction you want to go?
♥ How can you focus your mind on your goal/task?
Tell me your thoughts!
Did you enjoy this deep dive? How is the Ace of Swords showing up in your life right NOW? Let me know in the comments below…
♥ Join me next time as I dive into the Ace of Cups – a card that’s all about new relationships and the healing power of love, gratitude and acceptance.
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You may also enjoy…
Court Card Tarot Meanings
Tarot Meanings Deep Dive series (Major Arcana)