Card 53 • swords

Four of Swords

Brief Description

The Four of Swords signifies a time for retreat and the need for physical and mental rest. It advises calming the mind, focusing inward, and examining one's actions to rationalise thoughts. Solitude and inactivity are presented as necessary preparation for the future. The card links stability and structure with the possibility of stagnation, suggesting rest and order as purposeful work toward future readiness.

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Card Name

Four of Swords

Keywords

Stability, structure, stagnation, work, order.

Meaning

A time for retreat, physical and mental rest will do you good. Calm your mind, focus, examine your acts and rationalise your thoughts. Solitude and inactivity prepare you for the future.

Visual Description

A small, round ghost sleeps curled up under a pile of colorful quilts and pillows on a stone bed. Four swords stand upright behind the bed, forming dark crosses against a pebble-strewn wall. A circular window shows a crescent moon and tiny stars, casting a soft night glow. A weathered tombstone with a star sits beside the bed, and the whole scene feels cozy and sheltered.

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✍️ Deck author(s): Célia Melesville

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