Knight/Messenger of Swords
Messenger
of Raw Intellect
The Knight of Swords soars before their Queen offering a message of ambition, logic, and authority. They move swiftly through the clouds, connected to the air and sky. The waxing crescent moon represents their latent power. Their wings are swift and full of power. In the Hermetic Tarot, this card is known as the “Lord of Winds and Breezes.”
The alchemical symbol for fire is associated with the Knights.
In a reading, this card may represent an ambitious, witty, or energetic person. They may be the cerebral type who wishes to expand their knowledge. They are passionate, inspired, and motivated by their need to succeed in the intellectual world. The Knight of Swords may represent a spark of mental energy within you. They are an invitation to explore the depths of your intellect and to work swiftly towards your goals. They also ask you to be a messenger of truth and knowledge. They may appear when the time has come to make a decision logically but without overthinking.
The reversed may represent someone who is too blunt, overly critical, or unfeeling. Their high level of focus may cross the boundary into unhealthy hyperfocus. It may represent a need to slow down. If you are always going at lightspeed you will quickly burn out. Being too hasty may also lead to missteps. On the flip side, this card may represent a feeling of restlessness or a desire for independence.
