Tarot de la Santa Muerte Meanings: Las Espadas / The Swords

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Tarot de la Santa Muerte Meanings:
​Las Espadas / The Swords

As de Espadas - Ace of Swords:
New ideas or creativity. A new adventure down an intellectual or creative path. Creative problem solving. An intellectual or artistic project to be started.
Reversed:
Lack of creativity or understanding. Confusion. A difficult mental block. Inability to move forward or express yourself. A fear of fighting for what you want.

2 de Espadas - 2 of Swords:
A time of cooperation and agreement. Truce. Feeling inspired to make peace.
Reversed:
Distrust and disagreement. Mutual suspicion. Hidden agendas. No desire to listen to others. Tempers boiling.

​3 de Espadas - 3 of Swords:
Risk of lies and betrayal. Inability to know true motives. Threat of being stabbed in the back. No trust.
Reversed:
Falling victim to betrayal and lies. Or an enemy divulging facts or revealing secrets in order to hurt your reputation. People talking behind your back.

4 de Espadas - 4 of Swords:
Stay calm and evaluate your options. Take your time and do not rush. Consider other arguments and wait for the right moment.
Reversed:
Poor planning, lack of preparation, and hasty decision making. Moving forward in confusion, and when the full picture is not understood.

5 de Espadas - 5 of Swords:
Defeat, obstacles, and attacks. Risk of loss. Threats wait just around the corner.
Reversed:
Trapped by circumstances. Loss of power and facing a blocked road. Closed minds.

6 de Espadas - 6 of Swords:
Victory. Coming out on top. Your enemies are weak, it is a good time to advance.
Reversed:
Battle won, but not the war. Avoid complacency and remain on alert for future threats.

7 de Espadas - 7 of Swords:
Hidden enemies and unknown threats. People speak behind your back. Conflict from multiple directions. 
Reversed:
Attacks from unknown forces that seem to come from all directions. Harm caused by strong slander. Feeling hopeless and surrounded by darkness.

8 de Espadas - 8 of Swords:
Feeling trapped or blocked. An arrest, or accusations made. Temporary confinement.
Reversed:
Long term prison sentence or punishment. No hope, no alternatives. A dead end. Immobility.

9 de Espadas - 9 of Swords:
Fear, worry, and restlessness. Danger from others, threatening words, and criticism.
Reversed:
Destructive criticism. Real danger from threats posed. Mental anguish and constant worry.

10 de Espadas - 10 of Swords:
A crisis or difficult situation will come to a climax. Arguments and infighting among members of a group. Coming under attack, with the potential to emerge victorious.
Reversed:
A negative self fulfilling prophecy. Destroyed by others. Circumstances beyond repair.

Sota de Espadas - Jack of Swords:
New ideas and clarity of mind. Positive attitude. Learning or knowing something new.
Reversed:
No desire to learn or understand. Empty words and wasteful ideas. Failure to understand. Confusion.

Caballero de Espadas - Gentleman of Swords:
Quick reaction to a challenge. A clear plan of attack. Tactical intelligence. 
Reversed:
Confusion, ignorance, and lack of direction. Inability to focus.

Reyna de Espadas - Queen of Swords:
Intelligence and strategy. Good consultation, cultivation of ideas, and clarity.
Reversed:
Lack of original ideas. Baseless arguments and meaningless diatribes. Rigid adherence to outdated views. Contrary. 

Rey de Espadas - King of Swords:
Creativity and knowledge. New ideas and intellectual superiority. Wisdom and valuable experience. 
Reversed:
Lacking knowledge, direction, and usefulness. False or vulgar ideas. Pointless bureaucracy. Dogmatism.

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