Ten of Swords Keywords: Deep Wounds, Betrayal, Treachery

Ten of Swords Tarot Card Description

A man lies on the ground, draped in a red cloak. Ten swords stand upright, pierced into his back. His left hand is held in the sign of benediction. The sky is black, but we see brightness along the horizon.

What the Ten of Swords Means in a Tarot Reading

This is a very difficult time for you. You feel beaten down by life. The whole world seems to be against you. Perhaps you have spoken out and others don’t like what you have to say. Or it may be that you’re visible and prominent in society and so you’ve become a target for people to knock.

Whatever your individual circumstances, now is a time to hold tough in your resolve. If you look carefully, you’ll notice that the man’s right hand is held in the Sign of Benediction indicating that you’ve acted out of pure intentions and that you’re on the right path. Others may try to put you down, but they won’t keep you down. Notice also the bright sky on the horizon and the calm, still waters – better days are ahead.

Ten of Swords Love and Relationships Tarot Meaning  

There’s no way to sugarcoat the Ten of Swords in a relationship reading. When you look at the card you know that it signifies betrayal, break-ups, heartbreak, grief, perhaps jealousy.

You won’t feel it now, but you’re almost out the other side. What you’re experiencing is the final ordeal. This is the worst of it. The brighter days ahead will bring you new hope and a new perspective. That’s not to say that it’ll be easy. Right now, you’re traumatized. You’ve hit rock bottom and you can’t imagine ever feeling any differently. But you will, and sooner than you might think. 

Ten of Swords Career Tarot Meaning

You’ve hit a roadblock. You want to move forward in your career, but there are setbacks hindering your development. Perhaps you’re the victim of gossip and rumours, someone may have betrayed your trust, or a co-worker is taking credit for something you’ve done. The stress of it all is taking its toll on you.

Although it’s almost impossible to see it, brighter days are ahead. Stay true to yourself and your values and you’ll get through this.