The Symbolism of the Queen of Swords Tarot Card
This card is represented by a beautiful woman of approximately middle age; she is a mature woman. She is dressed in flowing robes of the highest quality, and she wears a golden crown upon her head; this crown appears to be made of butterflies. She is seated on a hilltop throne. One hand is extended in welcome, but in the other she holds an upright sword.
The General Interpretation of the Queen of Swords Card
When appearing in a spread, this card implies sorrow, as well as an unusual clarity of thought. This card is not the all-consuming sorrow of the Three of Swords, but rather a gentler sorrow, one that reminds the individual that not all sorrow is connected with the monumental loss that was experienced with the Three of Swords. This sorrow can be overcome by applying reason and thought.
The Queen of Swords is a card that often represents self-protection, and a desire to reach out to others. This is a card of contradictions. She reaches for others with her outstretched hand, but protects herself with her sword at the same time. Experience has taught her to be cautious.
The Inner Meaning of the Queen of Swords in Tarot
The Queen of Swords is the image of a mature and sorrowful woman. As a court card, it may represent either an actual person or a situation; often, this card is both at the same time. As a person, it may be a mature adult, either male or female, with a warm and yet reserved personality.
It is important to realize that the person represented by this card is not necessarily a female. But this person will embody the more feminine qualities of quick intellect and a welcoming personality. This person embodies the idea of freedom of thought, as depicted by her butterfly-crown. She also has an active intellect.
As a situation, the Queen of Swords can be representative of the need to discover a painful truth. This will not be a truth that shatters the entire worldview of the individual. However, it will be a truth that brings sorrow. However, this truth has been hidden for too long, and so must come to light.
The King of Swords follows this card. The Queen of Swords is the third court card of the Suit of Swords.
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