Ace of Swords

Number: 1 Arcana: Minor Arcana Suit: Swords Astrology: Libra, Aquarius, Gemini

Keywords

logic, objectivity, intellect, choice

Fortune Telling

• The time to make a choice is now
• Stop wavering and do what you know is best

Meanings

Light

• Making objective decisions
• Applying logic
• Reasoning your way out of a difficult situation
• Solving puzzles
• Thinking things through
• Emphasizing the facts
• Clearing your mind
• Seeking clarity

Shadow

• Applying ruthless or twisted logic
• Gloating over your own superior intellect
• Using quick thinking to deceive or confuse others
• Confusing snap judgments with quick thinking
• Making decisions without thinking through consequences

Archetype

N/A

Numerology

1 (The Origin: the starting point, the seed, opportunity)

Elemental

N/A

Mythical/Spiritual

N/A

Affirmation

“I take the time to think things through.”

Questions to Ask

• If I made my decision purely based on reason and logic, what would my decision be?
• What do I think about my own problem-solving ability?
• Who can supply me with the pure and simple facts?

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Reference: Tarot