Meanings of the 4 of Swords on Tarot ✳

Meanings of the 4 of Swords on Tarot:

The 4 of Swords of the Tarot is a reflection card. This Tarot card gives an idea of projection in the future. But now you have to wait. It is a card of waiting and understanding the situation. After the 3 of Swords the card asks to heal his wounds and let time pass. In order to understand all the meanings of the 4 of swords, read the explanations below.

Keywords attached to the 4 of Swords Tarot card

The 4 of Swords Tarot card at the right side : waiting, resting, recovering
The 4 of Swords Upside Down Tarot deck : stagnation, collapse, inability to move forward.

Description of the 4 of Swords Tarot deck's

The 4 of swords represents a vegetation tree in the centre of the map. The latter seems to be surrounded by two stems curved on each side, a bit like the World Mandorla.

The inside of the map seems to be protected but even imprisoned. Nevertheless, the germination continues in the 4 corners of the map, showing a projection towards the outside.

It is understandable that the mind needs to take distance to create. However, it can also enter into a form of confinement and become unproductive.

Like all sword cards, the 4 of Swords talks about the work of the mind and the spirit. The action here is pending but remains the important point towards which the card tends.

The meanings of the 4 of Swords card in the Tarot deck at the location

The map of the 4 of Tarot Swords asks you to regain your strength before taking further action. This Tarot card indicates that you have fought some grueling battles. Especially with the 3 of Swords. You must now stop, you have no choice. You must recharge your batteries.

The map indicates that it is mostly about recharging internal energy and not physical energy, even if one is a consequence of the other.

Healing deep wounds

You need this time to heal the wounds caused by the 3 of Swords. This can only be done if you agree to stop for a while. The map shows that there is too much inner tension. This is what needs to be relieved.

The card shows that you have probably lived:

of the traumas
a burn out
a romantic break
grieving
family or health problems,
worries and exhausting stress,
conflicts...etc

You can only move forward serenely, on a good footing, if you agree to stop.

You must postpone any action and decision making and take time to rest.

Meditation or silence of the mind

The Four of Swords Tarot asks you to clear your mind. It's about silencing the mind. Difficult task but necessary to regenerate yourself.

It is a question of emptying the mind of all its wounds. Creating a new space to welcome new challenges.

Only solitude and withdrawal can help you reach a state of inner peace. Like the Hermit, of which the 4 of swords represents a facet, you must isolate yourself to do this work of healing.

If you're coming out of a romantic break-up, the period of loneliness is even more important. Thus the 4 of Swords of the Tarot, warns you here against jumping too quickly into another sentimental story. You would only take your wounds and your suffering with you. You would then seek to fill this with the other, which is not recommended to create a harmonious relationship.

Even if solitude is sometimes difficult, it is indispensable here to find a peaceful way of functioning. It is the best way to regain your energy and strength. In a word, to regenerate yourself.

Taking stock

In another aspect, the Tarot's 4 of Swords asks you to take stock of your situation. Review your priorities. Better understand what you have done and the consequences of your previous actions.

Reviewing mistakes, understanding the consequences and the fruits of your actions in relation to your objectives is a good thing to allow you to easily start again towards success. Here, the 4 of Swords asks you to think about new and better strategies taking into account your past mistakes.

The Meanings of the Upside-Down Tarot Card

The 4 of Swords card upside down is not negative in itself. The message of the need for rest is reinforced here. You are now psychologically exhausted. You really need to calm your mind, heal your wounds, clear your head.

The card of the 4 of swords upside down, acts here as a warning. If you don't take time now to recharge your batteries, afterwards it will be too late.

You are in danger of disaster. Overwork, depression, or health problems are on the horizon.

The call to solitude

Once again, the card asks you to withdraw from the daily hustle and bustle. This means stopping your activities temporarily to regain your energy. The only way to do this is to isolate yourself and leave alone.

Here it is important to understand that you are living under mental stress. Thoughts exhaust you and keep tormenting you. You need to calm down.

Take time

Four swords upside down shows a restless spirit. Actions too important. You want to do too many things at once. Taking time is the most important message on the card. You are moving away from the main thing, which is to live and enjoy life.

Conversely, stagnation

The 4 of Swords upside down may also show a period of stagnation where nothing happens.

No action, nothing moves. You are forced to inaction, which is a test for you.
You're feeling enormous frustration over the lack of action. However, you cannot move. You are forced to accept this inaction. Nevertheless, although the situation is inconvenient for you, you have decided not to act and to wait. Of course, this is your decision (the sword cards representing the mind). So it is your impression of the situation that compels you to inaction.

Summary of the card of the Lire: 4 of Tarot swords

The 4 of Swords is a fallback card. It logically follows the 2 of swords and the 3 of swords. It is the direct consequence. This card emphasizes the need for rest, which is essential to advance. Without rest, there is no path.

You draw the 4 of Swords Tarot card thinking of one person in particular.

In the professional field:

You will be faced with an overactive person who is at risk of collapsing at some point. The best thing to do is to advise them to take the pressure off.

In the sentimental realm:

Meeting a 4 of swords is not easy. That person won't be able to make any decisions. Often, he will be bruised by past relationships. They will still be very much on her mind. It will be difficult to develop a relationship with her. The best thing to do is to wait for her wounds to heal.