Well this is a great Valentine's Day gift for myself!! The Four of Swords reversed! The Four of Swords shows a Knight laying on a table, his hands tented in prayer. He may be meditating, sleeping or praying. A stained glass window showing Christ healing a woman suggests he is in a church. Churches traditionally are known as houses of refuge. Three swords hang on the wall above the Knight ready to be taken in battle if needed. The fourth lies on the floor by his side. The image of the resting Knight on the table brings to mind Sleeping Beauty, who remained asleep until awakened by the prince. This reminds us to take the time we need to heal and recharge ourselves. To remain withdrawn until the outside forces, like Sleeping Beauty’s Prince Charming, let us know we are strong enough to face the world again. Turn it upside down and we have received the kiss from our aforementioned Prince. It is time to wake and face the world again. We are strong enough in mind and soul to live again.
For me this is an indication to start my social life again. Not only to start dating after a three year self imposed sabbatical but to get together with old friends, meet new friends and enjoy life!
Rachel Pollack in 78 Degrees of Wisdom states, "Reversed this card shows a return to the world."
I couldn't agree more.
That's a great Valentine's Day draw! I notice that the photo and the card you describe are from different decks. You have described the RWS, for which, many thanks! Before your help, I could never make out what was going on in the window image. The 4 of Swords is one of my favourite cards, now that I've lived it through, and understand it. I do find, though, that we need to be our own prince.
ReplyDeleteVery nice. And hey... reading tarot has already seemed to help with the "return" (the lady on the bus). And you STILL haven't said if you got her number?? :D
ReplyDeleteSwimmingintarot - That's what I get for posting a blog when what I really want to do is take a nap!
ReplyDeleteSouljourney - no. I did not get her digits ... yet. I'm old school. I move slowly.
Yay! Throw a party! Any excuse will do!!!
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