Card 51 • swords

Two of Swords

Brief Description

The Two of Swords shows a figure immobilized before a choice between divergent paths, representing indecision and a stalemate. It emphasizes equal opposition and the stress of a difficult decision that blocks forward movement. Upright, it signals stubbornness, deadlock, and an impasse caused by refusal or inability to choose. Reversed, it points to giving in or compromise, a possible breakthrough, or the risk of imbalance and underestimating a rival.

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Card Name

Two of Swords

Description

A young warrior faces a divergent path in her travels. Knowing that each will lead to a different and unknown destination, she stands immobilized by the choice lying before her.

Upright Meaning

A stressful decision. Stubbornness. Equal opposition. Deadlock. An impasse. Stalemate. Indecision.

Reversed Meaning

Giving in. Compromise. Imbalance. Flexibility. Compliance. Underestimating a rival. An agreement or breakthrough.

Visual Description

A double-headed figure in ornate blue and red robes stands facing forward with each head turned to opposite sides. Both hands grasp upright swords with gilded hilts, the blades framing the figure symmetrically. Above the heads floats a stylized eye surrounded by small stars, and there are domed buildings and arched doorways in the distant background.

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✍️ Deck author(s): Patrick Valenza

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