King of Swords tarot card meaning

What this card represents

Upright

King of Swords highlights authority and directed mastery within thought, truth and conflict. Use the card to notice what is developing and what action or understanding the situation now requires.

Reversed

King of Swords reversed can point to blocked, delayed or excessive authority and directed mastery within thought, truth and conflict. Slow down and identify what is distorting the situation.

In love

In love, King of Swords brings authority and directed mastery into the area of thought, truth and conflict. Look at reciprocity, timing and what is actually being expressed between you.

Love when reversed

In love, King of Swords can show a blocked or exaggerated form of authority and directed mastery. Notice how thought, truth and conflict is shaping the bond before you react.

A question to reflect on

How does the message of King of Swords relate to something I can actually do?