Two of Swords tarot card from the 1909 Rider–Waite–Smith deck

Two of Swords

Upright
indecision, stalemate, avoidance
Reversed
information revealed, overwhelm, a decision forced
Yes or no
Not yet clear (reversed: not yet clear)

The image

A blindfolded woman sits by the sea under a crescent moon, holding two crossed swords over her chest.

Upright meaning

In general

You are stuck between two choices or avoiding a decision. Remove the blindfold and look at the facts.

In love

A stalemate or avoiding a difficult conversation.

At work

A tough decision you have been putting off.

With money

Indecision about a financial choice.

Reversed meaning

In general

The truth comes out and you can no longer avoid the choice. Decide.

In love

Hidden feelings come to light.

At work

Information helps you decide, or pressure forces it.

With money

You must make the financial decision now.

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