The INDIAN TAROTS – Knight of Swords

The Knight of Swords is the most energetic card in all of tarot. The knight and horse leap into the card, charging against the wind to some unknown destination. This card encourages us to take charge and to determine our own future with the same level of passion.

As always, the knight here is a symbol for dynamic action. This knight takes that symbolism literally and is charging forward like a gust of wind. The knight in the swords suit is the most energetic and thus encourages you to be the most energetic you have ever been.

The knight in the swords suit is one of the most heavily armored knights in the minor arcana. While the knight is rushing into battle, he does so deeply prepared. Maybe, the knight is a soldier, trying to defend the land of Bharat from foreign invasion or even terrorists in POK and bring peace to the normal citizens through sheer force. Like the sword in the Page card, the sword here extends beyond the limits of the frame, suggests a larger-than-life quality in the weapon.

Like the knight, the horse is rushing into battle with wind in its hair. The great horse not only adds to the powerful energy in the card, its white colour suggests that the knight’s battle charge is pure of spirit. In juxtaposition with the masculine, dynamic energy, the horse’s reins have a butterfly design on them. While this design seems in conflict with the knight, it helps illustrate the airiness of the card. Additionally, the butterflies reiterate the card’s dynamism through their metamorphosis. The soldier is eager to bring change in situations. The entire environment in the card matches the energy of the knight. For instance, the trees in the background bend to the force of the wind. The direction of the trees reveal that the knight is charging against the wind.

Upright meaning

The upright Knight of Swords represents action, ambition, and decisiveness. It suggests that you’re ready to take action and pursue your goals with determination and confidence. The card encourages you to use your intelligence and analytical skills to make quick and effective decisions.

Reverse meaning

The reversed Knight of Swords can indicate recklessness, impulsiveness, or aggression. It suggests that you may be acting without thinking things through or that you’re being overly aggressive in your pursuit of your goals. The card encourages you to slow down, think things through, and consider the consequences of your actions.