Apr 11, 2003 05:50
21 yrs ago
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Could you clarify the meaning of ace of swords
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The third card you have chosen is the ace of swords, a card indicating a certain victory over any kind of obstacle that is causing you concern at the present moment.
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Kirill Semenov
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| 5 | Ace of swords is one of the Spanish cards |
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Kirill Semenov
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Basically, the meanings of Tarot cards differ according to many occult interpreters. But here is the interpretation I prefer:
Ace of Swords
The ankh cross, similar to a Venus symbol, represents the union of positive and negative forces, and thus corresponds to VAU, the third letter of the Great Name, IHVH. The Swords are all symbols of AIR, which is alchemically the mixture of the hot and dry nature of FIRE with the cool and moist nature of WATER, but with the heat and dryness predominant over the cold and moisture. Thus AIR is more fiery than watery, and there is a closer affinity between Swords and Wands than between Swords and Cups. The Ace of Swords symbolizes Invoked Force, by way of contrast to the Natural Force typified by the Ace of Wands.
Occult title
The root of the powers of air.
Meanings
In the Knapp Tarot it is shown point downward, but this represents its evil and negative significance, for in ceremonial magic the sword in this position is used for the invocation of the evil and demonic forces. On ancient exoteric and esoteric versions of this Key the single sword often is shown with its point upward, and the point is surrounded by a radiant Crown, symbolizing the invocation of spiritual Radiance. Thus, in using this card, it is to be considered Ill-dignified if it appears with the point of the sword down, and Well-dignified if in the reverse position.
Time period
From Libra 0 to the end of Sagittarius, September 23rd to December 21st, representing the conjoined powers of Venus, Mars and Jupiter.
Keyword
Activity, particularly mental force in operation.
Ace of Swords
The ankh cross, similar to a Venus symbol, represents the union of positive and negative forces, and thus corresponds to VAU, the third letter of the Great Name, IHVH. The Swords are all symbols of AIR, which is alchemically the mixture of the hot and dry nature of FIRE with the cool and moist nature of WATER, but with the heat and dryness predominant over the cold and moisture. Thus AIR is more fiery than watery, and there is a closer affinity between Swords and Wands than between Swords and Cups. The Ace of Swords symbolizes Invoked Force, by way of contrast to the Natural Force typified by the Ace of Wands.
Occult title
The root of the powers of air.
Meanings
In the Knapp Tarot it is shown point downward, but this represents its evil and negative significance, for in ceremonial magic the sword in this position is used for the invocation of the evil and demonic forces. On ancient exoteric and esoteric versions of this Key the single sword often is shown with its point upward, and the point is surrounded by a radiant Crown, symbolizing the invocation of spiritual Radiance. Thus, in using this card, it is to be considered Ill-dignified if it appears with the point of the sword down, and Well-dignified if in the reverse position.
Time period
From Libra 0 to the end of Sagittarius, September 23rd to December 21st, representing the conjoined powers of Venus, Mars and Jupiter.
Keyword
Activity, particularly mental force in operation.
Peer comment(s):
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Marijke Singer
: Picture at: http://www.psymon.com/tarot/swords-ace.html
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thank you :) There are hundreds of Tarot deck designs, though :)
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Attila Piróth
: Agree that ace of swords is the tarot card in question. Attributing any meaning to cards is a completely different issue.
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exactly. Many occult writers' opinions are different, that's why so many Tarot deck versions.
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Erika P (X)
: One of the negative meanings of the AS that Intellect is a double-edged sword. The Knapp Tarot is quite a complex deck, I would say.
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According to the Asker's descriptions of Major Arcana, the pictures are close to Oswald Wirth's Tarot. that's why I give Wirth's pics for Great Arcanas in other related questions.
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Ace of swords is one of the Spanish cards
This has been taken from the explanation of a certain game, but fulfills the meaning of the Spanish cards.
The Cards
El Tresillo is played with a deck of 40 Spanish cards. Many Spanish packs are sold with 48 cards - in this case the eights and nines are not used. The standard Spanish suits are swords (espadas), batons (bastos), cups (copas) and coins (oros), and the cards in each suit are
the king (El Rey), with index 12
the horse (El Caballo), with index 11
the jack (La Sota), with index 10
the numeral cards 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2
the ace (El Uno), with index 1.
In El Tresillo, as in many of the oldest card games, the numeral cards in the round suits (cups and coins) rank in the reverse order from the numeral cards in the long suits (swords and batons). When these suits are not trumps, the ranking order of the cards from high to low is:
in swords and batons: 12, 11, 10, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2
in cups and coins: 12, 11, 10, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7.
In El Tresillo, there is always a trump suit. The ace of swords and the ace of batons are permanent trumps (which is why the 1 of these suits is missing from the non-trump ranking above).
The ace of swords, which is the highest trump, is called "la espada" (abbreviated S).
The ace of batons, which is the third highest trump, is called "el basto" (abbreviated B).
The second highest trump is "la mala" (sometimes abbreviated M). It is the card which would have been the lowest in the suit if it had not been chosen as trumps - i.e. the 2 of a long suit or the 7 of a round suit.
There is one other complication in the order of trumps. If cups or coins are trumps, the ace of the suit - called "el punto" - becomes the fourth highest trump, ranking above the king instead of below the jack.
In summary , the ranking of the trump suit from high to low is:
in swords and batons: S, 2, B, 12, 11, 10, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3
in cups and coins: S, 7, B, 1, 12, 11, 10, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6.
The highest three trumps (espada, mala, basto) are collectively known as estuche.
The Cards
El Tresillo is played with a deck of 40 Spanish cards. Many Spanish packs are sold with 48 cards - in this case the eights and nines are not used. The standard Spanish suits are swords (espadas), batons (bastos), cups (copas) and coins (oros), and the cards in each suit are
the king (El Rey), with index 12
the horse (El Caballo), with index 11
the jack (La Sota), with index 10
the numeral cards 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2
the ace (El Uno), with index 1.
In El Tresillo, as in many of the oldest card games, the numeral cards in the round suits (cups and coins) rank in the reverse order from the numeral cards in the long suits (swords and batons). When these suits are not trumps, the ranking order of the cards from high to low is:
in swords and batons: 12, 11, 10, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2
in cups and coins: 12, 11, 10, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7.
In El Tresillo, there is always a trump suit. The ace of swords and the ace of batons are permanent trumps (which is why the 1 of these suits is missing from the non-trump ranking above).
The ace of swords, which is the highest trump, is called "la espada" (abbreviated S).
The ace of batons, which is the third highest trump, is called "el basto" (abbreviated B).
The second highest trump is "la mala" (sometimes abbreviated M). It is the card which would have been the lowest in the suit if it had not been chosen as trumps - i.e. the 2 of a long suit or the 7 of a round suit.
There is one other complication in the order of trumps. If cups or coins are trumps, the ace of the suit - called "el punto" - becomes the fourth highest trump, ranking above the king instead of below the jack.
In summary , the ranking of the trump suit from high to low is:
in swords and batons: S, 2, B, 12, 11, 10, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3
in cups and coins: S, 7, B, 1, 12, 11, 10, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6.
The highest three trumps (espada, mala, basto) are collectively known as estuche.
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ace of swords
The Ace of Swords is a symbol of possibility in the area of intelligence, reason, justice, truth, clarity and fortitude. In readings, it shows that a seed of clear understanding has been planted in your life although you may not yet recognize it. When the seed sprouts, it could take almost any form. It might be a compelling idea, desire for the truth, call to justice, or a need to be honest. On the outside, it could be an offer, gift, opportunity, encounter or synchronistic event.
Sometimes this Ace stands for a challenge that will test you in some way. Life never goes smoothly for long. Sooner or later a hurdle shows up, and the Ace of Swords can tell you when one is coming. This card is also a reminder to you to face your challenge, whatever it is, with courage, honesty and a firm resolve. In every challenge, there is opportunity.
When you see the Ace of Swords, examine your life to see how its clean, sharp energy could work for you. Think about your problem objectively. Look for situations that are unjust or confusing and resolve to set them right. Above all else, commit to being honest and ethical. This card tells you that you do have the inner resources to overcome all obstacles and find the truth of your situation. That is the promise of the Ace of Swords.
Sometimes this Ace stands for a challenge that will test you in some way. Life never goes smoothly for long. Sooner or later a hurdle shows up, and the Ace of Swords can tell you when one is coming. This card is also a reminder to you to face your challenge, whatever it is, with courage, honesty and a firm resolve. In every challenge, there is opportunity.
When you see the Ace of Swords, examine your life to see how its clean, sharp energy could work for you. Think about your problem objectively. Look for situations that are unjust or confusing and resolve to set them right. Above all else, commit to being honest and ethical. This card tells you that you do have the inner resources to overcome all obstacles and find the truth of your situation. That is the promise of the Ace of Swords.
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Peer comment(s):
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Erika P (X)
: Good explanation. (If it is the 3rd card in the popular Gestalt 3 card spread, it represents the possible outcome of the issue in question. Needless to say, there are many different spreads, the horseshoe, the celtic cross etc.)
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