Seven of Swords as How Someone Sees You (Upright & Reversed) Tarot Card Meaning

The Seven of Swords is the card of lies, deception, scheming, cunning, and resourcefulness. This card depicts a man sneaking away from a military camp with five swords in his arms. He looks over his shoulder at the two swords that he’s left behind. He is smirking, signaling that he is proud to have slipped away unnoticed. 

The Seven of Swords reminds us that there is a light and dark side to everything. The card represents the deception that is often present in relationships, because we are afraid that we cannot be accepted as we are. It also represents the healthy boundary of putting yourself first. Remember that you cannot give to others what you do not give to yourself. Your needs are just as important.

Upright Seven of Swords as How Someone Sees You

If you are asking about how someone sees you, and you draw the Seven of Swords, that means this person sees you as someone untrue. They think you are deceiving them. The trust is broken. They are always wary around you. They suspect you are only pretending to achieve your hidden agenda.

The Seven of Swords means that they see you as someone they cannot show their true colors. They cannot fully trust you and feel they must always put on a mask whenever you are around. They are not confident of their true nature. They are afraid you will lose interest if you know their true colors. Therefore, they find deception a necessary part of your relationship.

For singles and those embarking on new relationships, the Seven of Swords is a sign that they see you as someone they cannot truly be honest with. This person is secretive. They keep their feelings to themselves because they are afraid of your reactions. Alternatively, they are wondering what’s happening because it seems you are hiding something. If you want this person in your life, you may need an open conversation and resolve this issue as early as now. Relationships not built on trust are doomed to fail.

For existing relationships, the Seven of Swords means that they see you as a deceitful person. This is because they think you are not being honest with them. Alternatively, this could also mean that your partner is deceiving you. They have done something that will offend you. Your partner is afraid you will leave them if the truth comes out. If this resonates with you, you need to have an open forum about these issues and be clear about what really happened — only then can your relationship move forward.

If you are asking about an ex’s intentions, the Seven of Swords shows that they see you as someone they have already moved on from. Your past relationship was riddled with deceit. They may have cheated on you in the past, and you may not have known it. Your ex feels guilty, but that doesn’t mean they want to get back together. Their guilt is self-serving; they have always been selfish. Do you really want this kind of person back in your life?

In the context of whether or not a relationship is headed for commitment, engagement, or marriage, the Seven of Swords means that they see you as someone they cannot yet have a large commitment with. However, they are not being honest with you. They don’t think marriage is a priority right now. However, they don’t want to let you know what’s going on in their mind because they’re afraid you might get hurt. The relationship can only move forward after you become honest with each other. An honest and open conversation from time to time would be a great help.

Reversed Seven of Swords as How Someone Sees You

If you are asking about how someone sees you, and you draw the Seven of Swords reversed, that means this person sees you as someone they can finally be completely honest with. They are ready to reveal what really happened in the past. They can now talk to you about anything, including deep secrets that are hard to share. They are finally letting go of the deceit. 

The Seven of Swords reversed means that they see you as someone pretentious. They are done with your deceit. They don’t want to be tested and played with. They no longer want a relationship that’s not based on trust. They want both of you to be honest about what you really want from the relationship. 

For singles and those embarking on new relationships, the Seven of Swords reversed is a sign that they see you as someone playing with them. They want you to be sincere. They have passed beyond temporary connections and playing games. They need something real. They crave a meaningful relationship built on confidence and trust.

For existing relationships, the Seven of Swords reversed means that they see you as a partner in which they are ready to confide the truth. Your partner has been hiding something. The guilt is eating them alive. They are tired of the deception in your relationship and want to release themselves from the burden of lies. They are ready to admit past secrets and will accept any reaction from you.

If you are asking about an ex’s intentions, the Seven of Swords reversed shows that they see you as someone they want back. Your past relationship was full of deception. They are ready to come clean and change for you. They want to start a new beginning with you. This time, no more lies and pretenses. The card is a sign of a rekindled romance. But be careful; action speaks louder than words.

In the context of whether or not a relationship is headed for commitment, engagement, or marriage, the Seven of Swords reversed means that they see you as someone they can finally share the truth with. They are now ready to admit their wrongdoings. They are driven by the need to be completely honest with you. Your partner may talk to you about this any time soon. Be prepared to assess what they have to confess. No matter the outcome, always place your vision and values first.

Conclusion

For relationships and feelings, the Seven of Swords represents deception. We always want to show our best selves to our love. Sometimes this can go too far and get into the arena of deceit. The Seven of Swords is a reminder that in the long run, honesty in a relationship will serve us much better than lies. 

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