Eight of Swords Tarot Card
8 Eight of Swords

Eight of Swords

Minor Arcana Swords Card 8

The Eight of Swords shows self-imposed limitations that can be overcome.

Keywords

imprisonment entrapment self-victimization restriction

Upright Meaning

Negative thoughts, self-imposed restriction, imprisonment, and victim mentality. The bonds that hold you are of your own making.

Reversed Meaning

Self-limiting beliefs, inner critic, releasing negative thoughts. You're beginning to see your freedom.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Eight of Swords mean in a tarot reading?

Negative thoughts, self-imposed restriction, imprisonment, and victim mentality. The bonds that hold you are of your own making.

What does Eight of Swords reversed mean?

Self-limiting beliefs, inner critic, releasing negative thoughts. You're beginning to see your freedom.

What are the keywords for Eight of Swords?

The main keywords for Eight of Swords are: imprisonment, entrapment, self-victimization, restriction.

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