Five of Swords
Minor Arcana • Suit Swords
Element: Air
Upright Meaning
Acting in your own best interest. Choosing to stand up for yourself. Not backing down from disagreement and discord. Taking a stand. Refusing to go along with an unethical plan. Knowing when to bend the rules.
Reversed Meaning
Taking advantage of others. Intimidating others. Acting in an unethical manner. Picking fights. Using words to goad others into violence and irrationality. Ignoring rules you've agreed to abide by. Looking out for yourself while allowing harm to come to others. Gloating over victory.
Description
Someone is stealing from you, financially or romantically. Be wary of friends who talk behind your back.
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