Four of Swords
- Upright
- rest, recovery, pause
- Reversed
- restlessness, burnout, returning to action
- Yes or no
- Not yet clear (reversed: not yet clear)
The image
A knight's effigy lies on a tomb in a quiet church, hands joined in prayer, three swords on the wall above and one beneath him.
Upright meaning
In general
Rest is needed. Take a break to recover before your next move.
In love
Space and time out help a relationship recover.
At work
Pause, recharge or take some leave.
With money
Hold steady; avoid big moves for now.
Reversed meaning
In general
You are pushing yourself too hard, or you are ready to return after a rest.
In love
Restlessness or returning to the relationship refreshed.
At work
Burnout warning, or a return to work.
With money
Ready to act again.
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