Two of Swords: Tarot Card Meaning

Meaning of the Two of Swords card upright

A blindfolded woman sits with two crossed swords, with a calm sea and a crescent Moon behind her. She is trying to keep balance by not looking at the problem. The card shows a standoff or an avoided choice, and tells you that a decision cannot wait for ever.

Two of Swords reversed

• insight
• a forced choice
• a way out of the deadlock

Reversed, the Two shows that the blindfold comes off: you see the situation and have to choose. It can be a relief or a shock. Whatever you choose, it will be better than holding both swords for another month.

Two of Swords in love and relationships

In love it means a decision that is postponed, a refusal to face a problem or an emotional stalemate. Reversed, a choice becomes clear and a conversation happens.

Two of Swords in work and finances

At work it is a choice between two offers, a deadlock in negotiations or a refusal to look at the facts. Reversed, a decision is made.

Symbolism of the Two of Swords card

The blindfold is refusing to see. The crossed swords are two ideas held in tension. The calm sea and the rocks behind her are hidden feelings and dangers.

Two of Swords in a yes or no reading

In yes or no spreads, Two of Swords upright reads as “no” and reversed as “maybe”. The answer comes from the general meaning of the card (a stalemate, indecision), so always take the wording of the question and the neighbouring cards into account. Try a yes or no reading.