The suit of Swords corresponds to Spades in the regular deck of playing cards. In foreign language Tarot cards the suit is also known as Ep? Schwerter or Espados.

Astrologically Swords is related to the element of Air and the three air zodiac signs Libra, Gemini and Aquarius are all reflected in the suit of Swords.

Swords present in a reading can indicate situations or actions related to moral conflict. In general Swords indicate there is or maybe a problem which requires action. The suit of Swords represents action, ambition, progress, authority, opposition and strength.

The people represented by the suit of Swords are generally professional, assertive, analytical people.

	Ace of Swords This card relates to success due to in no small part your hard work and determination. It is letting the querant know that through hard work and willpower victory will be yours. The negative aspects of this card are the inability to think clearly and you may be having difficulties communicating. It can also indicate clashes with a figure authority.
	Two of Swords The Two of Swords card tells of indecision and or being locked in a stalemate. It shows a conflict between heart and mind or thought and feeling and urges the need for balance between the two. The querant may be at a crossroads in life and must see both sides before making any decisions. Negative interpretations are people ignoring their true feelings or lying to themselves.
	Three of Swords This is a card that warns of loss but it mostly warns about heartbreak due to a lack of communication with your lover. It tells the tragic tale of a love triangle where all parties are left in pain. The negative elements are similar involving love affairs breaking down but in a less serious and meaningful way.
	Four of Swords The four of Swords is urging the querant to take a period of rest and recuperation. It indicates poor health and the need to slow down in order to regain good health. Negative connotations include a period of enforced isolation, anxiety and stress.
	Five of Swords This card represents conflicts, arguments and rifts. It warns against prolonging arguments in order to prove your point. There may be a parting of company, which is necessary to resolve problems. The negative elements to this card are separation, rejection and deceit
	Six of Swords The Six of Swords card indicates that you are moving out of hard times. It depicts things around you improving greatly and this could be closely linked with travel. Difficulties can be overcome through clear thinking and brainstorming. The negative side to the Six of Swords implies delays, slow to think and act, life being caught up and feeling static and stilted.
	Seven of Swords This card represents sacrifices. Giving up things in order to progress. As well as sacrifice you also need to look into personal limitation, knowing how much you can handle and crucially knowing when to say no. This card offers good faith and confidence but can also bring the client warnings of theft, loss and conflicts.
	Eight of Swords Number eight in the suit of Wands identifies with frustration and restrictions in your life. These restrictions are imposed upon you through health or a domineering person. This card brings up negative feelings of impatience, disconnection and being trapped in a metamorphical bondage.
	Nine of Swords Stress, anxiety, worry and ill health are all present in the Nine of Swords. These feelings are overwhelming but recover will come about quickly. It is also a warning to not let your fears stop you from living or loving. This card also brings up aspects of guilt and remorse for things done wrong previously.
	Ten of Swords Pain, heartache and betrayal are all present in the Ten of Swords. This card indicates a period of suffering but also reassures the querant that this will soon pass on to better times. Sometimes the negative element of the Ten of Swords can indicate that an individual is purposely trying to inflict pain on you.
	Page of Swords The Page of Swords represents a young person that is full of enthusiasm and eagerness. They are active and intelligent and are often much needed but unlikely source of help. On the reverse this can tell of a person that rushes into situations before thinking and acts impulsively.
	Knight of Swords The Knight is an individual that is full of intuition and imagination. They hold great determination and diligently pursue their goals. They may have their won unique way of doing things and often stray from convention and tradition. On the negative side this person can be known to act erratically and could be likely to hurt the feelings of other people by their indifference.
	Queen of Swords The Queen of Swords is a quick thinking and brutally honest woman. She holds the position of leader amongst her family and friends. She may be stubborn and unyielding in her views but is extremely loyal to her close friends. To strangers she may come across as aloof or distant. Her negative sides can include harsh judgement and extreme opinions of others.
	King of Swords The King of Swords depicts a man who is a natural born leader. He has a stroong sense of responsibility. He prefers his life to be structured and organised and can be perceived as a bit fixed in his routines, however he is incredibly loyal and will not let people down in times of travel. The negative elements to his character are that he can be critical and judge situations or others harshly.