Ace of Swords as Feelings: Astonishing Clarity in Love ⋆ Angelorum Tarot

What can we say about the Ace of Swords as feelings in a love and relationship Tarot reading? Well, the Tarot Swords relate to the intellect rather than feelings so this is not primarily a card of the heart. However, it can indicate a moment of clarity about how we feel or the best next steps in the relationship. This is because the Ace of Swords represents intellectual breakthroughs and a strong sense of truth and justice. As an Air-element card, it embodies communication, logic, and the power of the mind.

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Angelic Tarot Ritual for Truth and Clarity in the Relationship
Ace of Swords-inspired ‘Sword of Truth’ Love Tarot Spread

When this card appears in a love Tarot reading, it suggests that emotions are being processed through the lens of reason. It can indicate a mental epiphany about love, a decisive emotional shift, or the need for honest communication. In romantic contexts, the Ace of Swords can bring confrontation as well as clarity, as it cuts through illusions and gets straight to the truth.

The corresponding Archangel for the Suit of Swords (Air) is Archangel Raphael.

Ace of Swords as Feelings of a Love Interest (Upright)

When upright, the Ace of Swords signifies a love interest who is clear-headed, intellectually stimulated by the connection, and eager for honest communication. They may feel an overwhelming sense of mental clarity about their emotions and relationship dynamics. This card suggests that they appreciate honesty, directness, and meaningful conversations.

Your love interest may lean towards Ludus (playful love) or Pragma (practical love), valuing mental stimulation and a clear understanding of expectations.

If passion and intimacy are present, the Ace of Swords can indicate the emergence of commitment based on intellectual understanding. Some readers see the crown around the Swords in the traditional RWS imager as a literal ‘putting a ring on it.’

Ace of Swords as Feelings When Reversed or Ill-dignified

When reversed or poorly aspected, the Ace of Swords suggests confusion, miscommunication, or dishonesty. The love interest may feel uncertain, overanalyse their emotions, or struggle to express themselves truthfully. In some cases, they may use logic as a shield to avoid emotional vulnerability.

They could be questioning whether staying in the relationship is rationally beneficial.
They may feel torn between their investment in the relationship and a lack of clarity about its future.
An avoidant partner may intellectualise emotions, while an anxious partner may struggle with unclear communication.
They could be hesitant to start over and unsure about what to say.

Ace of Swords When You Are Single and Looking

For singles, the Ace of Swords signals a fresh perspective on love. You may have a newfound clarity about what you seek in a partner. This card encourages direct communication in dating. Now is a good time to sign up for that dating app.

If you have a secure attachment style, you are likely to approach dating with honesty and confidence. You may gravitate towards romantic love but with a strong emphasis on mental stimulation. Therefore, you should make intellectual compatibility a priority.

Ace of Swords As Your Attachment Style

If the Ace of Swords represents your attachment style, you likely process emotions rationally and prioritise direct communication. You value transparency and intellectual compatibility in your relationships. Surrounding cards will provide more clues about the nature of your attachment. With the Ace of Swords, it could be anxious, secure or avoidant.

Anxious attachment: You might overanalyse conversations and seek verbal reassurance. (Ace of Swords + 8/9 of Swords)
Secure attachment: You communicate honestly and set healthy boundaries. (Ace of Swords + King of Cups)
Avoidant attachment: You may intellectualise emotions and struggle with deep emotional vulnerability. (Ace of Swords + Knight of Swords)

Ace of Swords As the Attachment Style of Your Love Interest

If your partner embodies the Ace of Swords, they are likely to approach love with logic and clarity. They value direct communication and may need intellectual stimulation to maintain interest. However, they could also be aloof at times. Again, look to surrounding cards or pull a clarifier.

Ace of Swords As the Energetic Connection

This card suggests that your connection is mentally stimulating, based on deep conversations and mutual intellectual respect. However, it can also indicate a Spock-like relationship that relies too heavily on logic, at the expense of emotional depth. Depending on the context and surrounding cards, it can indicate a communication breakthrough and renewed commitment.

Ace of Swords As the Potential Outcome

As an outcome card, the Ace of Swords signifies a revelation, an important conversation, or a moment of truth that defines the relationship’s next steps. Together with The Hierophant and/or the 2 of Cups, it could indicate a marriage proposal.

Ace of Swords in a Relationship Breakdown

This card suggests the “dyadic phase” in Duck’s Phase Model where direct conversations about issues occur, or the “grave-dressing phase,” where clarity is gained.

Ace of Swords Angelic Tarot Ritual for Truth and Clarity in the Relationship

Purpose: To bring truth and clarity to a relationship.

You Will Need:

The Ace of Swords card
A yellow or white candle (tea light is fine)
A quiet space

This ritual is best performed on a Wednesday, in the hour of Mercury.

Light the candle and take a couple of deep breaths to cleanse and ground.

Invocation to Archangel Raphael: “Blessed Archangel Raphael, Ruler of the Element of Air, please bring clarity to my heart and mind. Let truth flow freely and words be spoken with honesty and love. Illuminate my path and remove all confusion from this relationship. Amen and so it is.”

Hold the Ace of Swords while meditating on clarity in your relationship. Journal your insight and proceed to speak your truth.

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The Sword of Truth Love Tarot Spread

The Sword of Truth Love Tarot spread inspired by the Ace of Swords as feelings can be used in any relationship, not just romantic. If you are afraid to speak your truth in your closest relationships, please consider counselling and ask yourself if you are with the right person. In a toxic relationship with a narcissist, for instance, they could be constantly gaslighting you when you try to put boundaries in place. Then there is only one remedy: Walk away–throwing cards at it won’t help!