Card #63 · Minor Arcana

King of Swords Tarot Card Meaning

minor ArcanaSuit of swordsElement: AirAstrology: Fire of Air

King of Swords upright is authority rooted in truth and fair logic. Decide with reason and integrity.

Upright Meaning — King of Swords

King of Swords upright is authority rooted in truth and fair logic. Decide with reason and integrity.

authoritytruthlogicfair judgmentintellect

Reversed Meaning — King of Swords

King of Swords reversed warns of cold or manipulative authority. Use intellect ethically.

abuse of powercold logicmanipulationtyrannyharshness

King of Swords in Love

In a love reading, King of Swords describes a relationship of words and thoughts. "authority" is the tell: communication is either the bridge or the gap right now. Ask the honest question you have been avoiding.

King of Swords in Career & Money

For work, King of Swords puts the spotlight on thinking and language. "truth" is the skill to deploy now — analysis, writing, negotiation. Document decisions so the logic travels without you.

Timing & Yes/No Answer

On timing, King of Swords points to a decision point reached through conversation or news. Timing depends on information: once the missing fact arrives, things change fast.

As a yes/no answer, King of Swords leans clearly toward yes — with the energy of air. The path is open if you commit to it.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does King of Swords mean in a tarot reading?

King of Swords upright is authority rooted in truth and fair logic. Decide with reason and integrity.

What does King of Swords reversed mean?

King of Swords reversed warns of cold or manipulative authority. Use intellect ethically.

Is King of Swords a yes or no card?

As a yes/no answer, King of Swords leans clearly toward yes — with the energy of air. The path is open if you commit to it.