W.S. has requested an interpretation of the above cards that were drawn according to the protocol of silently completing the sentence, “Please give me some insight into __________.”W.S. has not told me what (s)he has put into the blank space. The first three cards are the “heart” of the reading and are read as a unit. Then, the fourth card is drawn and read as a summary or clarifier. If we include the summary card, there are two swords in this mini-reading, so we know that this request for insight focuses on W.S.’s resolving conflict. Because there is just one member of the Major Arcana, the context for these insights is primarily W.S.’s everyday life with only a slight connection to her/his soul’s agenda for this lifetime. There are no other two-of-a-kind or more in suits or numbers.
The spotlight has been on the Emperor, the gift of wisdom. Remember that wisdom is sometimes defined as intelligence + compassion. People are drawn to you because of this gift, and you have learned to utilize it so that the truth can shine through on its own. This is the wisdom of the biblical King Solomon, who when confronted by two women, each claiming to be the mother of a particular infant, declared,” Cut the child in half.” The true mother instantly gave up her claim so that the infant could live. This, in turn, resulted in everyone’s being able to see that she was, indeed, the real mother. The truth spoke for itself. Like Solomon, sometimes you need to say or do something outrageous so that the truth can reveal itself. You remain in power by not taking sides.
The spotlight is now on the night of Swords, who has been told there is a dragon outside the castle. He (meaning you) grabs his sword, throws on his armor, jumps on his horse, and rides off in seventeen different directions at the same time. This scattering of your energies does not serve anyone well. Is there really a dragon? If so, is it your responsibility alone to slay it? Wouldn’t it make sense to plan some strategy before you expend all your energy, leaving yourself exhausted and vulnerable? You need to focus; think and plan before you act.
The spotlight is moving toward the ten of cups, the need for discernment as to with whom you will share. Whom will you include in your “inner circle”? Who deserves to be part of the intimate group and share in the blessings and benefits? Don’t just take for granted and/or devalue what goods and goodies you have received; make sure there is respect and trust among the members of this “family”. There is a message here to appreciate what is yours and to work in a fair exchange for your services and not under-value what you have to offer as well.
The summary card is the King of Swords, mastery in the area of resolving conflict. This card appears in a reading when you have earned the right to declare what will be done, what is, why, when, where, and how. If someone asks, “How come . . .?” you are entitled to reply, “Because I say so.” You have the authority to override the arguments and differing opinions. Contrast will still appear in your life, but it will be handled with grace and ease and will not slow you down. Good luck, W.S.
Does this make sense? I hope it was helpful.
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