“A lonely victory leaves its echoes on the empty field.”
Tarot Encyclopedia
Five of Swords
“Consider the cost of having the last word. Choose a response that respects both dignity and boundaries.”
Upright keywords
- Unbridled ambition
- win at all costs
- sneakiness
Reversed keywords
- Resentment
- desire to reconcile
- forgiveness
Summary
Five of Swords points to unbridled ambition, win at all costs, and sneakiness.
Upright meaning
Upright, Five of Swords highlights unbridled ambition, win at all costs, and sneakiness.
Reversed meaning
Reversed, Five of Swords can indicate resentment, desire to reconcile, and forgiveness.
Symbolism at a glance
Unbridled ambition
win at all costs
sneakiness
Reflection questions
- Where is unbridled ambition, and win at all costs showing up for me now?
- What would help me work with resentment, and desire to reconcile?