What does the Page of Swords mean?
The page of swords signals a new perspective or direction. The sword suit is associated with themes such as intellect, as well as action, and according to tarot reader and Witchy Wellness founder Leah Vanderveldt, the pages are usually beginner energy and the start of a new phase, almost like a new moon.
“Pages are informed by the cycle/cards that preceded them (i.e. Ace to 10 of the suit), but interact with them in a new way,” she explains. .
So in the case of the swords page, this page has a new point of view. “It can feel like a breath of fresh air, with a new sense of direction, idealism, and enthusiasm,” notes Vanderveldt, adding that this card encourages both pattern-seeing and learning. try new things.
This card can also encourage you to start over in mental activities, mental health and communication, without needing external validation to do so, she says. “You are called to embody the lessons you have learned and lean into your curiosity.”
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What does this mean for love and relationships?
When pulled up:
If you’ve flipped the swords page in a reading about love or relationships, Vanderveldt says it signals a new way to approach a relationship.
“It may seem weird to break cycles or patterns that come naturally, but you may have realized that what you’ve done in the past isn’t working for you,” she explains. When you pull this card, it is “on your side”, so to speak, to help you initiate this necessary change. “Don’t be afraid to show your enthusiasm – being too cool is overrated,” adds Vanderveldt.
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When pulled in reverse:
Conversely, the Page of Swords in a Love Reading suggests that you may needlessly doubt yourself in your relationships. Vanderveldt notes that you might also fall into old patterns or fears.
“It’s a cue to pause and ask yourself what you’re afraid of and be really honest with yourself,” she says, adding that relationships can bring us face to face with our biggest hurts. “There is an opportunity for healing and change if you can objectively see yourself in this situation to see the way forward.”
What does this mean for professional and financial matters?
When pulled up:
In a career reading, the vertical page of swords signals that you might be learning something new at work, or that now would be a good time to do so. “This page can look a bit like a horny intern in the best possible way,” says Vanderveldt.
The card may encourage you to take on a new role or responsibility, or simply do something at work that you’ve never done before. With the swords page on your side, it’s probably worth a shot. “It can be awkward at first, but that’s how you learn,” adds Vanderveldt.
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When pulled in reverse:
Conversely, the page of swords in a career reading suggests a reluctance to look at something from a new, or at least different, perspective. Maybe you’ve become jaded, tired of the mundane, or even just always feel like you’re in financial trouble, says Vanderveldt.
“This page invites you to take a different perspective and challenge those self-defeating beliefs,” she says, adding, “If you’re cynical about all of this, ask yourself why and what you can change with your actions. and your intentions.”
What does this mean for the challenges ahead?
When pulled up:
If you’ve drawn the Page of Swords in a read about the challenges you face (or will encounter), Vanderveldt says that, like all Pages, the Page of Swords is inexperienced, “but their enthusiasm, their curiosity and their idealism are their true north.”
As such, drawing this card here is a reminder that there’s still a lot to learn, but it’s important to maintain the “beginner’s spirit” that this card represents, Vanderveldt notes.
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When pulled in reverse:
Conversely, according to Vanderveldt, this card can signal self-doubt as a great challenge. “There’s a fear that can creep in with the sharpness of this sword – the worry that you’re backing down or that you’re scared to start at all,” she explains.
Pulling the page of swords in this situation suggests that remembering your “why” or the aforementioned true north is probably the biggest challenge you face. Once you remember this, you will come closer to overcoming any doubt or fear.
The bottom line.
Sometimes we have to try new things (including ideas and perspectives) and look at life with fresh eyes in order to get the results we want. Drawing the Page of Swords card is a signal that now is the time to do so. Who knows, you might find that things work better when you let go of your old patterns.