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Three of Swords

Swords · Air

Three of Swords — Tarot Card Meaning

upright: heartache, separation, a hard truth
reversed: healing, forgiveness

“Three of Swords” is a card of the suit of Swords in Tarot. Upright, the card speaks of heartache, separation, a hard truth; reversed — of healing, forgiveness. Below is the meaning of Three of Swords in love, work, feelings and as advice for the day.

In love

Hurt, disappointment.

In work

Painful news.

Feelings

Sorrow.

The card's advice

Give yourself time to heal.

Three of Swords in short

What does the Three of Swords tarot card mean?
Upright, “Three of Swords” means heartache, separation, a hard truth. In love the card speaks of hurt, disappointment; in work — painful news.
What does the reversed Three of Swords mean?
The reversed “Three of Swords” points to healing, forgiveness. It isn't “bad” — it's an invitation to look at the situation more gently.
Three of Swords as advice — what should I do?
Give yourself time to heal.