THREE OF SWORDS

Three of Swords

Keywords: heartbreak, sorrow, grief, betrayal, emotional pain, separation, disappointment, sadness, truth revealed, wounds

Upright Meaning
The Three of Swords upright is a powerful symbol of emotional pain—often heartbreak, separation, or betrayal. It represents moments when truth cuts deep, revealing difficult emotions or uncomfortable realizations. This card can appear after loss, arguments, or when harsh truths come to light. In love, it points to heartbreak, breakups, or lingering wounds. In life, it speaks to grief, disappointment, or feeling emotionally exposed. While painful, the Three of Swords reminds you that healing begins with honesty. Let yourself feel—it’s the path to release.

Reversed Meaning
When reversed, the Three of Swords can indicate healing, release, or delayed grief. You may be in the process of letting go of heartbreak or resisting pain you haven’t fully acknowledged. In relationships, it could mean reconciliation, emotional repair, or the need to process unspoken hurt. In other areas, it asks you to face your pain to finally move forward. The reversed Three of Swords offers hope—what hurts can also heal.

Summary
The Three of Swords is the card of emotional truth and pain—revealing heartbreak or sorrow when upright, and pointing toward recovery or avoidance when reversed. It reminds you that through the heart’s wounds, deeper clarity can be found.

HOW TO READ
The image of a heart pierced by three swords beneath stormy clouds powerfully illustrates heartbreak and emotional release. Ask: What pain must be acknowledged to begin healing? Are you facing the truth—or hiding from it?

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