7 of Swords - Courtesy of the Rider Tarot Deck© US Games Systems, Inc.

Today’s drawing brings us the 7 of Swords.

In the image of the Rider Waite deck, we see a young man sneaking away with swords in tow.  He’s a sly character.  While others in the background are learning about things in the “ethical” or the “conventional” way, this guy is doing it the “other way”.  It’s not the honest way, but this guy is getting away with it.  He has the upper hand.

This card also suggests the desire to work alone.

When this card is seen in a reading, it often indicates deception, stealing, cheating, or running away from commitments or responsibilities.  This card can be telling you to be honest in what you’re doing.

Reversed: With the 7 of Swords reversed, this person has clumsily dropped the swords.  The fall of the swords create loud clanging noises, causing everyone around to check out the commotion.  In other words, this person has been caught in the act.

This also indicates not planning ahead and not being smart about your actions.  It could also mean that whatever was stolen, will be returned.  Expect the unexpected.  If you have knowingly done something wrong, then you’re not going to get away with it.

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