"The Queen of Swords represents the sternness of a mature intellect which is devoid of emotion. In mythology, the feminine is associated with emotion, yet in this card the woman is stern and composed, and without much feeling. This card therefore represents the intellect's ability to judge and discern impartially, without the influence of emotion or sentimentality. She likes to know the how, what, why, where, when and who of everything to help her make sense of her environment and to better understand others. It is not that she does not care about others but she connects to other people through an intellectual understanding rather than an emotional understanding.
The Queen of Swords is a sign that you need to be independent in thought and in judgement. You must use your unbiased intelligence in order to make a judgement of a particular situation, drawing upon every piece of information and fact that you have gathered along the way. Empathy or compassion towards others may distract you from the task at hand, so it is important that you think with your head and not with your heart at this particular time. Do not let emotion get in the way. Rather, use fact and logic to make your decisions.
The Queen of Swords also has an innate ability to tell it like it is. She is a quick thinker and highly perceptive, and as such, she can cut through the noise and confusion to get straight to the point. There is certainly no 'beating about the bush', or 'softening' of her comments, opinions and thoughts. She is upfront and honest about her opinions, and expects the same from others. The best way to interact with the Queen of Swords, therefore, is to remain as impartial as possible, and to present your thoughts and opinions concisely and honestly."
"HONEST
faces the truth, even if unpleasant
is up front with everyone
likes everything on the table
plays by the rules
avoids lies and deceptionASTUTEsizes up a situation quickly
understands hidden motives and desires
is difficult to fool, trick or con
figures out the unspoken rules and agendas
is quick on the uptakeFORTHRIGHTis direct and open in all dealings
gets to the heart of the matter
acts without pretense or guile
is straightforward and no-nonsense
can be candid when necessaryWITTYhas a delightful sense of humor
diffuses awkward situations with a funny remark
never takes anything too seriously
laughs at everything, including him or herselfEXPERIENCEDhas seen and done it all
has strength due to life's hard knocks
is free of self-righteous judgments
has realistic expectations"
The personality of the Queen of Swords combines the positive air energy of the Swords suit with the inward focus of a Queen. You can always count on her to tell you exactly how it is. Above all else she admires honesty, and she lives by her commitment to being truthful. Lies, tricks and games are of no interest to her, but she's not easy to fool. She is experienced in the ways of the world, good and bad. The Queen of Swords can size up a situation quickly. She understands human folly, but doesn't condemn it. She knows when cow manure is being thrown around and simply finds clever ways around it. She prefers being straightforward and direct. Her observations are candid, but never hurtful. In fact, this Queen has a delightful sense of humor. She likes a good laugh and always has a witty comeback ready-to-hand. She knows that life isn't meant to be taken too seriously. The Queen of Swords is refreshing in her candor and lack of pretense.
In readings, the Queen of Swords asks you to think and feel as she does. For example: Are you being completely honest? (Check this one first!) Do you see the humor in the situation? Are you getting right to the point? Have you figured out what's really going on? Are you letting yourself be fooled?
This Queen can also represent a man or woman who is like her, or an atmosphere of honest, direct communication. In a reading, she tells you that her special energy has meaning for you at this time. Let yourself be inspired by this Queen in whatever form she appears in your life.
"QUEEN OF SWORDS
KEYWORDS:
Widow-hood, female sadness, embarrassment, absence, mourning, separation, intelligence, responsibility, justice, unpredictable.
ASTROLOGY:
Virgo
Libra
Scorpio
Aquarius
ELEMENT:
Air
QUALITY:
Fixed
NUMBERS:
52 / 7
GNOTHOLOGY:
Co-operation
RELATES TO PEOPLE BORN:
7th to the 13th of March
TIMING:
22nd of September to the 23rd of October
CORRESPONDING RUNE:Kenaz
HERB: LADY'S SLIPPER
Lady's Slipper is a nervine and a tonic. It is to be used for pain, all nervous afflictions, hysteria and the easing of pre-menstrual syndrome or tension.
THE MESSAGE:
The Queen of Swords indicates 'woman', negative aspects, passivity, response and emotion.
The Queen of Swords represents an intelligent and strong-willed woman who may be quite ambitious. Often a widow or divorcee or someone who chooses to live along, the Queen of Swords is an independent and forthright woman. The Queen of Swords is one who is quick-witted and strong-minded and has a strong personality. She is one who has gained much spiritual knowledge and wisdom through past adversity.
Despite her great inner-strength and independence, the Queen of Swords has a degree of loneliness and a need for companionship about her. Her countenance is severe and chastened, as though she is familiar with sorrow. She gives no indication of mercy or compassion. She has an air of sadness, but also of keen perception. The Queen of Swords indicates a mature woman with a quick wit and who appears to be self-sufficient, powerful and wise.
She is one who gives the right advice and assistance when needed. She makes for a powerful ally, particularly in times of adversity.
The Queen of Swords tells of enduring struggles throughout one's life, which leads to spiritual depth.
The Queen of Swords is depicted as a woman who has the capacity to think objectively, in an analytical, factual way. She comes across as quite the perfectionist - but at times can act quite coldly and critically. This lady is most unpredictable and clever.
Working on the positive side, the Queen of Swords is woman who has unwavering faith in her goals.
The negative aspect of this is that her focus can detract her attention from other aspects of her life, leading to her own detriment.
The Queen of Swords is imminently capable of upholding executive positions, and her appearance and mannerisms often suggest wealth and prosperity.
The Queen of Swords sits with the hilt of her Sword (or weapon) resting upon the arm of her throne, depicting a position of authority.
The Queen of Swords relates to the number 52 / 7, and tells of independence, intuitive skills and the need for solitude. The number 52 / 7 represents the tearing down of the old to re-build the new, and suggests inner-struggles or inner-conflict.
MEANING:
Appearing in a reading, the Queen of Swords suggests that you may be involved with a woman who has experienced sorry and has become dispassionate, but quick-witted as a result. This woman can act quickly and severely.
When confronted with the Queen of Swords, you are asked to attempt to help the sorrowful woman come to terms with her misery. You can highlight the positives and the potential joy that the future holds. It is important, however, to acknowledge and respect the pain and sorry that this woman has experienced.
The Queen of Swords appearing in a reading may be implying that either yourself or someone, close may be finding it difficult to keep up with the demands of daily life.
The Queen of Swords may be foretelling of a situation where intuition, keen perceptions and wise counsel will be needed to overcome an uncomfortable or awkward situation.
When the Queen of Swords is an indication that there may be someone who will give you wise counsel. This person is able to view the dilemma or issue from a higher perspective and see all from different angles. This person has spiritual depth and will not mince words when giving advice."
"The Queen of Swords
The Queen of Swords indicates a woman who is blessed (or cursed) with sharp perception, and highly honed intuition. She is acutely analytical, with a razor-sharp ability to get to the heart of a situation, seeing exactly what is, rather than what others would wish her to see.
She is a private woman, unwilling to let people too close to her until she is satisfied she thoroughly understands their motivations. But once won as a friend, she is unfailingly loyal, honest and supportive.
She's usually very intelligent, with a dry sense of humour. Her penetrating insight will often reveal aspects of themselves to others that they had previously been unable to grasp - thus she is a capable therapist, teacher or leader.
The woman represented by this card will be experienced in the flow of life, understanding a great deal about both the great triumphs, and the deepest failings of the race. Her clarity and measured expression will be of great value at times of confusion and sadness.
Sometimes in a reading, this card will turn up to indicate a woman in a particular phase of her life, where she temporarily becomes a Sword as a result of what is happening to her. In that case the card is not quite so positively defined, for it can indicate a woman left alone, and perhaps embittered. She may be a widow, or a woman passing through the aftermath of divorce.
In this case we often see the more negative aspects of the Queen - coldness, judgementalism, criticism. At these times there is a certain sourness about her, with cynicism and sharpness making themselves felt.
It should be said that these qualities are inherent to the woman who is a Queen of Swords by nature too - if the woman concerned has not evolved sufficiently you will often find that the card represents a person who is hard and cold toward others."
QUEEN OF SWORDS RESEARCH LINKS
http://www.keen.com/articles/tarot/queen-of-swords-tarot-card
http://tarot-theroyalroad.blogspot.com/2011/07/queen-of-swords.html
http://www.angelpaths.com/swords/swordsqu.html
