Four of Swords
swords air

The Image Speaks

A knight lies on a tomb, hands in prayer. Three swords hang above him, one lies beneath.

Four of Swords

Truce. Rest from strife. Rest, relaxation, restoration, contemplation. A time out.

Essential Natures: rest, relaxation, meditation, recovery, contemplation

The Reading

Truce. Rest from strife.

Upright Meaning

Rest, relaxation, restoration, contemplation. A time out.

This card suggests a need for rest and retreat. You have been through a battle and need to recover.

Take a break from your problems. Meditation and solitude will restore your strength.

Key themes: contemplation • restoration • relaxation • rest • time

Reversed Meaning

Restlessness, burnout, stress, awakening.

You may be feeling restless or unable to relax. You are pushing yourself too hard.

It can indicate that your period of rest is over and it is time to re-enter the world.

Watch out for burnout. Pace yourself.

Key themes: restlessness • awakening • burnout • stress

Deeper Wisdom

Truce. A pause in the conflict.

Guidance

Truce. Rest from strife.

4

Numerology

The number 4: Stability, structure, foundation, manifestation