Three of Swords
Meaning upright
The Three of Swords is a heart pierced by three blades. Betrayal, a breakup or a hard truth that hurts is coming. This is a moment of wounding and grief.
This card invites you to allow yourself the pain and not push it down. Even a hard truth heals in the end. Give the wound time to close.
Meaning reversed
In the reversed position the wound is slowly healing and you are working through the pain. You are forgiving or learning to carry on. The worst is already behind you.
The card invites you to let go of old sorrow. The pain you have been carrying has served its purpose. Open yourself to healing.
Love & relationships
A breakup, betrayal or painful revelation is coming. The heart aches. Give yourself time to grieve.
In the reversed position the wound is healing and you are forgiving. The pain is slowly easing.
Work & career
Sharp criticism or conflict within the team is coming. Words sting. Try not to take everything too personally.
In the reversed position the conflict is being smoothed over. You are taking a lesson from the criticism.
Finance
Financial pain or an unpleasant loss is coming. Something will hurt. Give yourself time to recover.
In the reversed position the financial wound is healing. You are getting back on your feet.
Health
You are going through emotional pain or grief. Both heart and mind are suffering. Give yourself care and rest.
In the reversed position the wound is healing. The pain is easing and hope is returning.
Advice for you
It hurts, but the wound is a gateway to a deeper truth.