Six of Swords

The Tarot Suit of Swords

The "Sixes" in the Tarot Deck reflect the fact that six is located at the centre of the Kabbalist Tree of Life - which implies harmony and communication.

In some decks the Six of Swords is one of the more postive cards in the suit of Swords. However, interpretations of this card - both in terms of how it is illustrated and in terms of how its meaning is interpreted vary widely from deck to deck. The theme of this card is "potential for, and progress towards growth".

In the Rider-Waite and Robin Wood Decks the six of swords depicts one or more people being taken across a stretch of water - the person or spirit proprelling the vessel seems to be punting across the water - which implies that the depth is relatively shallow. This could be a lake, river or ocean. Eiother way, the journey is not random but purposeful - perhaps to start a new life in a new place or set of circumstances.

 

Keywords summarising the possible meanings of this card include:

  • Escape
  • Family or group secrets taken to new situation.
  • Problems left behind
  • Journey over water / by sea
  • Ascent to a higher level of conciousness and understanding.
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