The 7 of Swords in Love
Tarot in Love: Consulting the Cards in Matters of the Heart by Elliot Adam
Elliot Adam, author of the well-loved Fearless Tarot, now guides us through one of the most complex human emotions: love. From the hilarious and completely relatable opening pages Elliot takes our hand reassuringly has he reveals the secrets of love in the cards.
He’s taken a few extraordinary approaches to the material.
First, he gives equal attention to the reversed meanings of the cards, a rare if not unique occurrence. This puts them on equal footing instead of regulating them to the “less than” pile. Second, in addition to the general meaning of each card, he provides meanings for the cards in the areas of: New Relationship, Long-term Partnership, Intimacy, Seeking Romance, Desires for both upright and reversed.
The Seven of Swords is one that most would not like seeing in a reading about love. Let’s see What Elliot has to say about the upright meaning of this card.
Seven of Swords
The Seven of Swords has long been associated with tricksters, manipulation, and deception. If this card represents a new love interest, they are cunningly intelligent and thrilling company. However, they are also a bit dangerous. In many tarot decks, the Seven of Swords depicts a thief. In a love reading, this can warn you of getting your heart stolen by someone who won’t take care of it. The Seven of Swords can also signify a partner who possesses a rebellious nature. He or she flouts the rules and is resistant to feeling controlled or obligated. The Seven of Swords will always ask you to take an honest look at what is currently happening, without getting carried away with what you hope to see. Many times, the deception emphasized by the Seven of Swords is self-deception. This can happen if you are still clinging to an unhealthy attachment, even when the inconvenient truth is staring you in the face. At its most innocent, the Seven of Swords is associated with fibbing and false flattery.
In a Love Reading:
New Relationship
The Seven of Swords can represent a thrilling new love interest; however, resist throwing all caution to the wind. Trust your instincts if something feels off. Watch this person’s actions instead of believing their words alone. He or she may defy the rules or even the law. This card can also represent a heartbreaker who flirts with everybody.
Long Term Partnership
For a long-term partnership, your partner may be rebelling against something in the relationship that feels overly restrictive. They might protest against established norms in the relationship. This card can also indicate dishonesty by omission. You may have to read between the lines to get at the heart of what they truly need.
Intimacy
The Seven of Swords will warn you to stay vigilant with sexy flatterers who are up to no good! If you are hearing words from someone that aren’t matching up with their actions, trust what you are seeing. This card can also signify a person who shows you who they really are through their actions, even if their words are telling you the complete opposite.
Seeking Romance
If you are single, a past betrayal from a dishonest partner may be interfering with your ability to trust. Don’t allow the past to make you paranoid about the future. The past experiences have sharpened your wits. Trust your inner wisdom. You can no longer be fooled unless you choose to ignore warning signs.
Desires
The Seven of Swords can represent a desire to cut through deception and reestablish the truth. Instead of being anxious or paranoid about a glaring issue, be honest and direct. Define your values and boundaries and make them clear. This card encourages you to face the truth in yourself and others, even if you feel conflicted.
