Six of Swords Tarot Card Meaning: Upright & Reversed
Six of Swords (Sáu Kiếm) is a number 6 card in the suit of Swords (Minor Arcana), linked with the element of air and themes of thought, words and decisions. Upright keywords are transition, calmer waters, moving on; reversed keywords are stuck, baggage, resistance. Below is the Six of Swords tarot card meaning for general guidance, love, career and advice. This is for reflection and entertainment, not a prediction.
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Six of Swords upright
General meaning
You are moving away from rough waters toward something calmer. The journey may be quiet, but it is real progress.
Love
A gentler phase may be coming after tension. Carry only the lessons, not the grudges.
Career
A change of role, place or approach may help. Plan the transition step by step.
Advice
Leave behind what weighs you down and pack only what you need. Keep going at a steady pace.
Six of Swords reversed
General meaning
Something holds you back from moving on. Old baggage may be heavier than you realised.
Love
Unresolved feelings may follow you into new situations. Talk them through rather than carrying them silently.
Career
A change feels difficult or delayed. Identify the one obstacle you can actually remove.
Advice
Ask what you are afraid to leave behind. Take one small step toward the shore, even if the water is not perfect.
In short
Upright: Calmer waters are ahead; keep moving gently away from the trouble.
Reversed: You are not ready to leave yet; take time to face what you carry.
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