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Nine of Swords tarot card artwork

The long night lends its shadows to worried thoughts.

Tarot Encyclopedia

Nine of Swords

Meet this anxious moment with a gentle breath. You may reach for company instead of carrying it alone.

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Upright keywords

  • Anxiety
  • worry
  • fear
  • depression
  • nightmares

Reversed keywords

  • Inner turmoil
  • deep-seated fears
  • secrets
  • releasing worry

Summary

Nine of Swords points to anxiety, worry, fear, depression, and nightmares.

Upright meaning

Upright, Nine of Swords highlights anxiety, worry, fear, depression, and nightmares.

Reversed meaning

Reversed, Nine of Swords can indicate inner turmoil, deep-seated fears, secrets, and releasing worry.

Symbolism at a glance

  • Anxiety

  • worry

  • fear

  • depression

  • nightmares

Reflection questions

  • Where is anxiety, and worry showing up for me now?
  • What would help me work with inner turmoil, and deep-seated fears?