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The Ten of Swords in the Tarot signifies martyrdom, victim mentality and rock bottom. The meaning of the Ten of Swords in a Tarot reading is one of deep loss, painful betrayal and sad events.
The meaning of the card Ten of Swords upright
When the Ten of Swords is up in a Tarot reading, it can mean that you've hit rock bottom. After experiencing one setback after another, the appearance of this card can indicate that life has dealt you its last blow and you can expect things to change for the better. The Ten of Swords card also appears when you feel like the whole world is getting to you. This is the victim mentality, the persecution complex, the feeling that everyone is out to make your life as difficult as possible. It's when you feel that everything is hopelessly distributed by fate. The appearance of the Ten of Swords card is an indication that you might like to play the martyr. The Ten of Swords can also be an indication of a sad past event. This is the time to review your attitudes, because now is when things will start to improve.
The Meaning of the Ten of Swords card reversed
When the Ten of Swords is reversed in a Tarot reading, it can mean moving forward after painful events. You're picking yourself up, dusting yourself off and moving on. It can also indicate that difficult things from your past may be coming back into your life.
The meaning of the Ten of Swords card in love
The Ten of Swords in a Tarot love reading is an indication of difficult times. If you're single, it could mean that you're still recovering from a past (possibly bad) relationship. If you're in a relationship, it could mean a break-up is coming.
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