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“A narrow view can make the horizon feel enclosed.”

Tarot Encyclopedia

Eight of Swords

“Name the limits you face and question the ones you assume. A trusted perspective may reveal another option.”

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Upright keywords

  • Imprisonment
  • entrapment
  • self-victimization

Reversed keywords

  • Self-acceptance
  • new perspective
  • freedom

Summary

Eight of Swords points to imprisonment, entrapment, and self-victimization.

Upright meaning

Upright, Eight of Swords highlights imprisonment, entrapment, and self-victimization.

Reversed meaning

Reversed, Eight of Swords can indicate self-acceptance, new perspective, and freedom.

Symbolism at a glance

  • Imprisonment

  • entrapment

  • self-victimization

Reflection questions

  • Where is imprisonment, and entrapment showing up for me now?
  • What would help me work with self-acceptance, and new perspective?