Minor Arcana · Swords
Five of Swords
A disdainful man looks after two retreating and dejected figures. Their swords lie upon the ground. He carries two others on his left shoulder, and a third sword is in his right hand, point to earth. He is the master in possession of the field.
- Yes or no
- No
- Position in the deck
- Card 55 of 78
Upright meaning
Degradation, destruction, revocation, infamy, dishonour, loss, with the variants and analogues of these.
Reversed meaning
The same; burial and obsequies.
What the card offers
Conflict may arise; choose your battles.
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Questions people ask about this card
What does Five of Swords mean upright?
Degradation, destruction, revocation, infamy, dishonour, loss, with the variants and analogues of these.
What does Five of Swords mean reversed?
The same; burial and obsequies.
Is Five of Swords a yes or a no?
Five of Swords leans towards no. Conflict may arise; choose your battles.
