The Page of Swords in Tarot

The Page of Swords is a card full of vitality and energy, brimming with enthusiasm and passion for life, which must be properly channeled for a successful outcome.

Visual description of the card:

The Page of Swords depicts a young person standing on a hilltop, in the middle of rough terrain, holding a large sword with both hands. Their energetic and determined stance conveys strength and decisiveness.
The sky is filled with turbulent clouds, and the trees in the background are clearly blown by the wind, just like the young person’s hair. The waters behind the figure are choppy, and the overall feeling of the card is one of vivid, tumultuous energy.

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The Page of Swords Upright

General Meaning

The Page of Swords, like all court cards, can refer directly to you or someone close to you. Whether it’s talking about someone else or yourself, this card tells us that you’re full of energy, with an intense passion and boundless enthusiasm for taking action in your life.
You are an impatient person who wants to start things as soon as possible—whether it’s a project, a trip, or a specific task. When you get an idea in your head, you start it with a burst of energy, with a lot of dedication, and you throw all your heart and reason into it.

Sword cards reveal the broad power of intellect, but this overwhelming pace often stalls midway because energy alone is sometimes not enough to achieve your goals. You’ll need to include something else to maintain the momentum and reach your objectives.

If you’re waiting for a decision on something with this card, the answer is undoubtedly to go for it—start immediately. Even if you face opposition or if others don’t like your idea or the way you’re handling things, it shouldn’t bother you. Follow your instincts and move forward. Your passion and intuition are vital at this point, and you must stay true to them, as they will guide and drive you beyond any opposition or setbacks you may face along the way.

The Page of Swords refers to intellectual reasoning, sometimes devoid of emotion. The card suggests that while your emotions may guide you at first, you will ultimately bring them under control through logic and reason, ensuring you act with both heart and a sharp mind.

The Page tells us you’re a person of high ideals, as many young people are (and youth here doesn’t necessarily refer to physical age but a spiritual state). You’re filled with a strong idealism, with plans and goals for the future, always feeling capable of taking on anything without limits or obstacles.

Since we almost always encounter opposition to our ideas or actions, it’s crucial to surround yourself with people who share similar interests and ideas, whose mental and spiritual attitudes are like yours—people you can either inspire or be inspired by through their experiences, knowledge, and drive.

At this point, it’s important to avoid people who stifle you or question your ideas, often with absurd reasoning or unfounded fears. It’s vital to maintain natural relationships with those around you, where affinity happens spontaneously, without forcing things to fit.

With these people, you’ll undoubtedly get along, whether they join you in your plans or not, but they’ll always be supportive.

As an intellectual person, you have great sensitivity, and there’s no doubt you possess significant intelligence. When all these ideas and capacities hit you, it can cause a lot of pain if you don’t bring them to light, put them on the table, and start planning and developing them in your life. It’s a classic case of asking yourself, “What if?” You don’t like to ask this question; you want to try, no matter the outcome.

Although you are practical and capable of asking the right, fundamental questions, you may still lack full experience and maturity (as mentioned, regardless of your physical age).

Sometimes your constant questioning may come off as too harsh, causing anger or rejection in others because you’re always asking, “Why?”—seeking causes, explanations. You’re someone who questions, but you need to find a balance, so your questioning doesn’t create constant conflict with others.

You have an innate ability to learn, to absorb knowledge, and besides your physical energy, you can foresee problems and learn quickly. You’re a fantastic student and can also learn from the things that happen to you and others around you. You’re always learning.

Sword cards often relate to communication—the transmission of ideas. You need to communicate your thoughts and knowledge, and this card might be encouraging you to speak out if necessary. It tells you to express what you feel and think.

Thanks to your strong communication skills, you might be a great speaker, storyteller, writer, or someone who holds a position where you can form and share ideas. You could have a passion for politics, social issues, or education.

The downside to this communication gift is that you might easily get caught up in gossip. You could speak too much, and this is something you need to control, as you might have a tendency not to keep secrets, causing people who confide in you to lose trust.

The card also warns that now is a time to be very cautious about what you share and with whom. You could give away too much information, exposing yourself in ways that might be used against you later. You may regret speaking too freely.

This card also suggests that you’ve always been an adult in a young body. Perhaps since childhood, you’ve shown adult behaviors, thoughts, and attitudes. This has brought some benefits, opening doors for you, but also caused tensions and conflicts.

Sword cards often depict conflict and situations that are on edge, sometimes even involving some level of violence. It could represent a difficult adolescence where you struggled to fit in, being mentally more advanced than those around you. It could also point to situations where you stood up to challenges, whether in work or family, creating tension.

You’ve had intellectual curiosity as long as you can remember—a quick mind that explores everything, the ability to investigate and uncover knowledge. But with that comes a downside. Intellectual understanding of the world brings difficulties. Knowledge uncovers secrets and mysteries, causing us to question everything and reconsider everything.

Over time, you may have learned to wield your sword defensively. You can stand your ground in any situation with your energy and sharp mental sword. However, you can also be very aggressive with it, which is something you need to measure. Your intellectual force can hurt others who aren’t as intense or capable.

You’re well aware of this power. As a young person, you still want to test yourself and others with it constantly, but with a mature attitude, you can learn to control it and express yourself in more constructive ways, instead of just standing your ground and offering battle.

In Love

The Page of Swords suggests a mild conflict. You need to know when to push and when to pull back. Many arguments and disagreements aren’t worth having (as long as your partner is treating you with respect). Let your partner have their space—this is crucial for happiness.
If you’re looking for love, don’t push too hard—everything takes time, and rushing things will only have negative results. Now is a time for patience.

In Work

The Page of Swords indicates you might be facing some conflicts at work if you’re currently employed. All opinions are strong, and everyone seems to have a valid point, including you.
Try to keep a cool head and evaluate the best path forward, even if it’s not your own idea. It’s a time to focus on the common good.

If you’re job hunting, expect them to ask for all your documentation and references from previous jobs to make sure they’re making the right choice—don’t take it personally.

Regarding Money

The Page of Swords warns you not to assume you know everything or have the right solution to a particular problem. Don’t underestimate a situation, and don’t hesitate to ask for help if you realize you might not fully understand what you’re dealing with when it comes to financial matters. Be cautious with spending, and don’t assume you’ll easily manage or fix everything later.

Regarding Health

The Page of Swords shows that you’ve been living life with great intensity. What you need right now is rest, silence, relaxation, meditation, good sleep, calm surroundings, dim lights, and, most importantly, silence… silence… silence.

In Terms of Spirituality

The Page of Swords indicates that you may have been ignoring your spiritual side. Even if you’re a highly rational or skeptical person, you should acknowledge that there’s a spiritual and esoteric realm beyond what’s visible to the human eye or logical analysis. Explore spiritual belief systems that intrigue you, even if you don’t fully adopt them. Keep an open mind. And if you think you’re already open, look deeper and open yourself even more.

The Page of Swords in Reverse

General Meaning

When the card appears in reverse, it first suggests that you may be acting too hastily and impulsively, without taking the time to properly analyze or use your judgment.
Try to tackle one thing at a time instead of taking on everything at once; this will undoubtedly bring better results.

In terms of communication, which is the hallmark of the Swords suit, this reversed card may indicate that you’re making too many promises but failing to follow through. You say one thing, but your actions don’t align with your words. It’s important to communicate your views clearly and concisely, without aggression, using logic and respecting others’ opinions. If you do this, it’s likely others will respond in kind.

This card may also suggest you think you “know it all”—always having an answer, a fact, or an explanation, even if you’re not entirely informed on the topic at hand. You might exaggerate or embellish stories, especially when it comes to your personal experiences. Be mindful of this tendency, as many things are easily verifiable, and you could find yourself in an awkward position when the truth comes out.

This isn’t to say you lie just for the sake of it, but there’s a tendency to make things bigger or take them out of context to fit your narrative.

Another aspect of the reversed Page is that you may be annoying others with your constant questioning. While questioning things can be valuable and often useful, it seems like you’re doing it just for the sake of argument, as if to say, “I don’t know what this is about, but I’m against it.” This can make you come across as combative and argumentative, and when you’re not in the right, it can be frustrating for those around you.

This is a matter of approach: it’s fine to question, critique, or even oppose things, but it’s important to do so in a gentle manner—asking for explanations and foundations for others’ viewpoints without being confrontational.

If you approach things aggressively, throwing them in people’s faces, you may receive a very negative response, as most people don’t like confrontation and will avoid you. It’s not a good sign when people start steering clear of you at first sight…

Nothing particularly positive comes from the reversed Page, but all court cards when reversed carry negative traits.

If this card refers to someone in your close circle, the same characteristics apply. Be especially cautious about gossip, as this person may have a tendency to spread rumors and is likely not someone you can trust. It’s best not to confide in them about certain matters. Be mindful of who you talk to and what you share.

In Love

The reversed Page of Swords points to communication issues. On one hand, you say what you think, but often without thinking about what you’re saying. On the other hand, both you and your partner may not be truly listening to each other—missing the deeper meaning behind each other’s words.
Things are being said, but each person interprets them in their own way or for their own convenience, without trying to understand the real message behind the words. However, these are minor issues that can be resolved.

If you’re looking for love, you need to open your mind a bit more, listen, and try to understand the other person’s life, tastes, and ways. Prejudices won’t help.

In Work

The reversed Page of Swords indicates that there may be conflicts and misunderstandings, mainly due to differing opinions. You should stand up for your perspective, but without being stubborn—recognize when another idea or opinion might be better than your own.
You have a lot of energy right now, but don’t let it get out of control. If you’re job-hunting, adopt a humble attitude, listen, and be open to constructive criticism.

Regarding Money

The reversed Page of Swords suggests that things aren’t too bad financially—there aren’t any pressing issues. However, even material gains (as they say, “money can’t buy happiness”) don’t seem to excite you at the moment.
You or your partner could receive a raise, but it might feel like water off a duck’s back… it won’t change much for you. There’s a sense of indifference, apathy, and even a bit of hopelessness. While money isn’t causing significant problems, it’s clear that the answers you’re seeking can’t be found through financial means.

In Health

The reversed Page of Swords may indicate that people are talking about your health in an exaggerated manner. They’re concerned, and you know people tend to gossip—especially about things they don’t fully understand.
If you want to keep your health matters private, avoid sharing personal information, particularly with someone you don’t know very well, as they are unlikely to keep your secret.

In Spirituality

At this moment, you might be influenced by someone you perceive as spiritually superior—someone wiser or purer in your eyes. However, their knowledge may only be surface-deep, more of a “shiny exterior” than true wisdom, though they might possess a certain charisma that draws others in.
Be cautious with the advice from these “life experts” who claim to have all the answers. Not everything that glitters is gold.

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