Four of Swords
Affirmation
I think before taking action.
Symbolic Attributes
- Element:
- Arcana:Minor Arcana
- Suit:Swords
- Archetype:
- Numerology:4 (The Status Quo: stability, equality, persistence)
- Hebrew Alphabet:
Keywords
Description
The effigy of a knight in the attitude of prayer, at full length upon his tomb.
Light Meaning
- Thinking over your plans before putting them into action
- Pausing to meditate or clear your mind
- Taking time to understand someone or something before criticizing it
- Resting
- Occupying your thoughts with a healthy distraction
Shadow Meaning
- Failing to think things through
- Mistaking procrastination for thoughtfulness
- Adopting a point of view and refusing to reconsider your conclusions, even when presented with refuting evidence
- Allowing chaos and whimsy to dominate your thoughts
Questions to Ask Yourself
- •How long has it been since you deliberately took a time out?
- •How difficult is it for you to meditate?
- •What would happen if you simply refused to make a decision today?
Personal Meaning
Step back from the situation and rest. Some distance will give you a better perspective, and the time out will be good for your health.
Stepping back from the situation and resting was a good move. Some distance gave you a better perspective, and the time out was good for your health.
Step back from the situation and rest. Some distance will give you a better perspective, and the time out will be good for your health.
Personal Reversed Meaning
Slow down and rest. If you continue this course, you will suffer ill health, or lose your ability to cope effectively. Heed the warning and take respite.
You resisted your body's call to slow down and rest, and you may be suffering suffer ill health, or have lost your ability to cope effectively as a result.
You are resisting your body's call to slow down and rest. If you continue this course, you will suffer ill health, or lose your ability to cope effectively. Heed the warning and take respite.
Fortune Telling
- •Don't make any decision now
- •Wait, and you'll be glad you did