Minor Arcana · 5
Five of Swords
寶劍五
Upright Meaning
The Five of Swords shows a figure collecting swords while others walk away defeated. This card represents conflict, winning at the cost of others, and hollow victories. It warns against being ruthless or gloating over defeated opponents.
Reversed Meaning
When reversed, the Five of Swords suggests reconciliation, making amends, or walking away from unnecessary conflicts. It may indicate learning from past confrontations.
Love Meaning
In love, the Five of Swords represents arguments, power struggles, or a relationship where someone wins at the other's expense.
Is Five of Swords a Yes or No?
"The Five of Swords says NO—conflict, defeat, and hollow victories suggest stepping back."
NO
Relationship questions
NO
Work & finance
MAYBE
When card is inverted
Frequently Asked Questions
The Five of Swords shows a figure collecting swords while others walk away defeated. This card represents conflict, winning at the cost of others, and hollow victories. It warns against being ruthless or gloating over defeated opponents.
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