Queen/Cultivator of Swords
Cultivator
of the seed of intellect
The Queen of Swords sits upon the pillar of Boaz in the realm of air and gazes down upon their loyal knight. They receive and accept their offering of raw intellect and gently cultivate it. A first-quarter moon hangs in the sky, representing its half-fulfilled potential. They sit among a peaceful sky, in tune with their powers of communication and independence. In the Hermetic Tarot this card is known as the “Queen of the Thrones of Air.”
The alchemical symbol for water is associated with the Queens.
In a reading, this card may represent an honest, intelligent, or competent person. They may be a great communicator who is motivated by a maternal instinct to share wisdom and truth. They are grounded, nurturing, creative, and receptive. The Queen of Swords may represent that same energy within you. They are an invitation to get in touch with your intellectual and independent side. Allow yourself to free your mind, but remain grounded in your power. Let your free thinking spirit be your strength instead of a weakness.
The reversed may represent someone whose abundant intellect is making them cold and unfeeling. It is a reminder that not all things are dictated by logic. Compassion is also important. On the other hand, it sometimes indicates a time to be more objective and less emotional. It may also represent that you need to be more assertive and independent. If it feels like your mind is clouded by toxic relationships, you may need to re-evaluate your allegiances. It is an invitation to spend some time reconnecting with your thoughts and confidence so that you may find the mental balance and poise of a queen.
