Page of Swords as Intentions (Upright & Reversed) Tarot Card Meaning

The Page of Swords is the card of communication, curiosity, wit, inspiration, and communications. This card depicts a young man standing with his sword pointed up to the sky. Though his sword is pointed in one direction, he is actively looking around in all directions to see what else is happening around him. He looks both determined and defiant. 

The Page of Swords reminds us that communication is a big part of love and life. We are happy when we love talking with our partner. We are excited when we are inspired by new ideas, wit, and humor. The Page of Swords is a reminder that attraction of the mind is just as important as attraction of the physical body.

Upright Page of Swords as Intentions

If you are asking about someone’s intentions towards you, and you draw the Page of Swords, that means this person intends to connect with you mentally. There is certainly physical attraction, but their intellectual attraction to you is unmatched. They intend to talk to you as much as possible. They savor every moment of your wit, humor, knowledge, and way with words. They intend to spend as much time with you as possible because you inspire and attract them through your mind.

The Page of Swords as intentions means that they intend to discover everything about you. When you talk to them, something in their head is awakened that binds them to you. They are forever curious about your life and personality. They intend to dive deep into an attachment with you so they can learn more. They notice something new and exciting each and every time they talk to you. Their intentions are deeply connected to this bond.

For singles and those embarking on new relationships, the Page of Swords is a sign of them intending to engage completely with you. The awkward talking phase of the relationship is non-existent. They have no feelings or intentions of being shy or playing hard to get. They intend and know they want you. You are natural communicators and there is never a dull moment when together. They intend to begin a relationship as soon as possible. This person has never had such a great connection from first impressions. Your intellectual connection is adept.

For existing relationships, the Page of Swords represents an intention to express their happiness in the relationship. They intend to let you know how amazing you make their life. Despite being together for quite some time, the love continues to strengthen. You communicate with each other perfectly, and you can still make them laugh like you did on day one of the relationship. You can be assured that you found a great match if you draw the upright Page of Swords.

If you are asking about an ex’s intentions, the Page of Swords shows that they intend to evaluate their feelings on how the relationship ended. Their emotions have calmed down, and they intend on looking at the breakup rationally. Depending on how they see the relationship in a calm state, reconciliation is possible.

In the context of whether or not a relationship is headed for commitment, engagement, or marriage, the Page of Swords means that this person’s intentions are to talk with you about it. Nothing is kept secret in this relationship. Communication has always been open, so they believe there is no reason to openly address marriage together. You may both agree that marriage is the goal for the relationship, or not.

Reversed Page of Swords as Intentions

If you are asking about someone’s intentions towards you, and you draw the Page of Swords reversed, that means this person intends on placing importance on themselves. They intend to be combative and constantly argue that they are right. You are disconnected emotionally. The relationship cannot thrive in these conditions, and intentions must change in order for any good to come from it.

The Page of Swords reversed as intentions means that they intend to miscommunicate. They think communication is falling apart in the relationship. They do not intend to make an effort to improve communication because they believe you are the issue. They see themselves as always right, and as a result their intentions become very malice.

For singles and those embarking on new relationships, the Page of Swords reversed is a sign of them intending to defend and combat your opinions. The air must be cleared for the relationship to begin. Their intentions are shaped by something you or they did early on, and now they are being stubborn about it. You can still have hope for a relationship, but intend on establishing communication in order to figure out separating issues.

For existing relationships, the Page of Swords reversed represents an intention to become unresponsive. They feel that you never listen, so they intend to enact revenge by also not listening. The relationship is full of spite and grudges. Neither of you have intentions in the best interest of the relationship. Intend to rekindle the beginnings of your relationship and restore anything that made you used to get along.

If you are asking about an ex’s intentions, the Page of Swords reversed shows that they intend on harnessing negative opinions on the past relationship. They intend to blame you for the end of the relationship. It may have not been your fault, but the best thing to do is to escape the fire and let it breathe. 

In the context of whether or not a relationship is headed for commitment, engagement, or marriage, the Page of Swords reversed means that this person’s intentions are to close the gap in communication before commitment. Marriage would end poorly if you were to do it at the current stage in the relationship. Communication must be upgraded, and you both must be comfortable with your intentions towards each other. Some things that are up in the air should be settled before committing.

Conclusion

For relationships and feelings, the Page of Swords represents mental attraction and wit. A good relationship has physical attraction and mental attraction. When you have an inspiring partner who really connects with you on an intellectual level, it is a beauty to behold. The Page of Swords is a reminder of this aspect of love. 

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