Published: 11/1/2024 3:36:48 AM
Updated: 5/22/2025 8:58:56 PM
| Rank | 9 |
| Roman Numeral | IX |
Description of 9 of Swords
The 9 of Swords depicts a bedroom scene with a blonde man sitting up in his bed with his face in his hands. 9 double-edge swords hang in the darkness behind him.
His bed has a carved relief depicting a fight scene and on his blanket can be seen a checkerboard pattern with red roses on the yellow squares and geomantic symbols of the zodiac signs on the blue squares.
Symbolism & Interperetation for 9 of Swords
Exoteric Symbolism of 9 of Swords
Is it safe to say he simply dreads having to show up for work tomorrow?
Esoteric Interperitation of 9 of Swords
Upright
Upright Keywords for 9 of Swords
Anxiety, worry, fear, sleepless nights, mental anguish
Upright Meaning of 9 of Swords
In the upright position, The 9 of Swords signifies overwhelming anxiety and mental anguish. It represents a period of intense worry and fear. This card encourages you to seek support and address the root causes of your distress.
Reversed
Reversed Keywords for 9 of Swords
Release of anxiety, healing, finding solutions
Reversed Meaning of 9 of Swords
In the reversed position, The 9 of Swords may indicate a release of anxiety and the potential for healing. It can suggest finding solutions to your worries and fears. Be open to seeking help and taking steps to alleviate your mental distress.
| Suit | Swords (Blades, Athames) |
| Keywords | Intellect, Communication, Truth, Conflict |
| Description | Swords represent the element of 🜁 Air and are associated with intellect, logic, truth, communication, and conflict. They often symbolize mental clarity, decision-making, analysis, and the power of the mind. Swords are linked with challenges, struggles, and the realm of thoughts and ideas. |
| Cardinal Direction | ➡ East |
| Element | 🜁 Air |
| Time of Day | 🌅 Morning |
| Season | 🍂 Autumn |
| Hebrew Letter | wVav |
| Zodiac Signs | ♊ Gemini, ♎ Libra, ♒ Aquarius |
| Duality | Active |
| Polarity | + Positive |
| Gender | ♂ Masculine |
| Jungian Function | 🧠 Thinking |