Minor Arcana · 6
Six of Swords
寶劍六
Upright Meaning
The Six of Swords shows figures being ferried across water from turbulent to calm shores. This card represents transition, moving away from difficulty, and the journey toward peace. It indicates physical or emotional travel away from troubled times.
Reversed Meaning
When reversed, the Six of Swords suggests difficulty moving on, returning to troubled waters, or resistance to necessary changes.
Love Meaning
In love, the Six of Swords indicates moving away from troubled relationship times, healing from past hurts, or physical distance in the relationship.
Is Six of Swords a Yes or No?
"The Six of Swords says YES to moving on—transition and leaving troubles behind brings relief."
MAYBE
Relationship questions
YES
Work & finance
NO
When card is inverted
Frequently Asked Questions
The Six of Swords shows figures being ferried across water from turbulent to calm shores. This card represents transition, moving away from difficulty, and the journey toward peace. It indicates physical or emotional travel away from troubled times.
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