Card 54 • swords

Five of Swords

Brief Description

The Five of Swords symbolizes dishonest victory, unethical tactics, and taking pleasure in others' sufferings. It depicts a foreign soldier who disrespects the king and humiliates him with his tactics, suggesting that some battles are unwinnable and not worth fighting. The reverse position indicates the exposure of a false friend and a reduced likelihood of defeat.

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General Description

A foreign soldier enters a town, showing disrespect to the King and humiliating him with his tactics. This enemy cannot be defeated, so it's better not to engage in battle with him at this time. Exulting in his victory, the soldier collects five swords from those who have surrendered to him.

Upright Position

Dishonesty. Unfair victory. Unethical tactics. A cruel person who enjoys the suffering of others.

Reversed Position

The exposure of a fake friend. Lesser likelihood of defeat.

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