Weekly Tarot Card (May 24) – Queen of Swords

The card drawn for this week is the Queen of Swords. Interestingly, we had this card only a few weeks ago in April. Clearly this is a message we need to pay attention to!

This lady is very much a rational thinker who uses her intelligence more than her emotions. She sits high on her throne with a stern look on her face indicating that no-one could fool me. Although she has her left had extended as a sign of having something to give or to offer. In her right hand she holds a sword pointed to the sky. On this day appears lots of clouds at a distance indicating that a storm may brew as the trees are flowing from the West to the East. Most storms come from the West. However there is a bird flying alone as if it lost the flock or family. It is flying into the storm. Perhaps telling us not to go with the flow and instead pursue our endeavours. Go head on. There are butterflies on her crown as well as three hiding under her thrown. She sits offering something protected by her sword. On her thrown is an angel child and perhaps this child is always on her mind.

The Queen of Swords represents the sternness of a mature intellectuality which is devoid of emotion. Mythologically, the feminine is associated with emotion, yet in this card the woman is stern and composed, obviously without much feeling. This card represents the intellect’s ability to judge and discern impartially, without the influence of subjectivity or sentimentality. This card follows upon the rashness of the Knight of Swords, who lets his intellectual energy lead him into precarious situations.

This week, you need to be independent. Empathy may distract you. Think with your head, not with your heart. Devote your full attention and concentration to your situation or the volume of information will overwhelm you. Tell it like it is – no beating around the bush!

Find out more about the Queen of Swords.

All the best,
Biddy

Tags: Minor Arcana, Swords, Tarot Card Meanings, Weekly Tarot Card

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