Pulled The Ace Of Swords In Your Latest Tarot Reading? Here's What It Means, From Experts

When thinking about the general meaning of the Ace of Swords, consider what both aces and the suit of Swords are all about. According to tarot expert and astrologer Alysia LaPenna, the four aces in your deck relate to new beginnings, new possibilities, and new potential.

Whichever suit the ace is in will offer clues into where exactly that new beginning lies, and in the case of Swords, it typically has to do wit mental energy, or even communication.

As astrologer and tarot reader Bess Matassa previously told mindbodygreen, the suit of swords is connected to the element of air, as well as the mental realm, whether that's intellect and thoughts, or how those thoughts manifest. With this suit, Matassa often considers what the cards reveal about "getting entangled with thought patterns and stories we tell ourselves."

And as LePenna tells mindbodygreen, the Ace of Swords, then, often speaks to a mental breakthrough, newfound clarity, and also success. As you can see in the imagery of the card, she explains, a hand is emerging from a white cloud, indicating divine inspiration and insight.

If you pulled the Ace of Swords in a reading about love or a particular relationship, LaPenna notes it's typically a good sign. Aces are typically thought of as "yes" cards, so this is a good sign that you've got a good thing going, especially if this is a new love interest.

If you pull the Ace of Swords in reverse in a love reading, the meaning changes a bit. While it may not be a definite "no," LaPenna says reversals here could mean a delay, or even clouded judgement around your love interest.

If you inquired about your job or finances to the cards and the Ace of Swords appears upright, that's a great sign that you're in a position to make a breakthrough financially or at work.

In reverse, the Ace of Swords in a career or money reading indicates you're working through some uncertainty, whether you're not sure about a new job offer, or you're stuck in a scarcity mindset around your finances.

If you asked the cards about a challenge or problem you're facing—or will face in the future—the Ace of Swords indicates that perhaps your lack of clarity is the issue itself. It could also signify being stuck in certain mental patterns or belief systems that are holding you back.

In this case, LaPenna advises, "Make sure that your intentions are clear. Focus on the facts, and maybe write some things down and create more organization for yourself."

Pulling the Ace of Swords in reverse after inquiring about a problem has a similar meaning to pulling it upright, but almost amplified. In this case, LaPenna says, you might be feeling really confused around how to move forward. Swords can also relate to communication, so it's possible this card here relates to miscommunication, as well.