King of Swords
The King of Swords represents a wise and discerning individual who possesses great knowledge but exercises careful judgment in sharing it. This card emphasizes the importance of intellectual discretion and selective communication. It suggests that true wisdom lies not only in what one knows, but in understanding when and with whom to share that knowledge. The King of Swords teaches that silence can be as powerful as speech, and that strategic withholding of information is sometimes the most prudent course of action.
Keywords
Wisdom and Discretion
A wise person knows much, but carefully chooses those with whom it is worth sharing this knowledge. It is not always necessary to tell everything to everyone.
Visual Description
A robed figure stands before a stone throne, wearing an ornate helmet that suggests a bird-like mask and a tall plume, with a white fur mantle over the shoulders. The figure holds a long, slightly curved sword pointed toward the floor and a scabbard hangs at the hip. The scene includes patterned walls and floor tiles, a carved emblem on the throne's back, and a small sword symbol across the top border.
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