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Meaning of Nine of Swords

Upright: anguish, crisis, uncertainty, obscurity, disappointment, obsession, death, failure, bitterness, distrust of self,

Reversed: no longer bothered by a troubling issue, overcoming, patient, healing

Message of Nine of Swords:

Nines (3x3 and also 3+3+3) are the expression of complexity with a variety of possibilities and movement. However, the direction and end are not clear. the "almost 10" tension of the Nines can see you bogged down in perfectionism unless you slow down to enjoy each step of the Journey Swords (Spades, Knives, Daggers, Arrows, Clouds, Athames, etc.) represent the Air Element and are concerned with all mental pursuits, communication, decisions, ideas, rationality, comprehension, articulation, and conflicts. The Nine of Swords is known as The Lord of Despair and Cruelty or The Spirit of the Inquisition. Awakening from a nightmare can be disorienting, terrifying, and paralyzing. The deepest struggles are often internal. Bring patience and compassion for yourself to any feelings of guilt and shame. You can move past this inward struggle.

Nine of Swords Card Affirmation

"“By releasing myself of the thoughts that bind me, I am open to the new concepts coming my way.” Cantin, Candis; Tierra, Michael. The Spirit of Herbs: A Guide to the Herbal Tarot"

Spread Position Meanings for Nine of Swords Card

Nine of Swords as a Person:

As a person, the Nine of Swords represents someone who is a prisoner of their own mind. Their pessimism and melancholy keep them from embracing life.

Nine of Swords as Timing:

morning, 9 weeks, Spring

Nine of Swords as Yes/No:

No