Ace of Swords as Love Outcome (Upright & Reversed) Tarot Card Meaning

The Ace of Swords is the card of clarity, truth, communication, new ideas, and breakthroughs.  The card features a hand coming out of the clouds, gripping a sword. The sword is shining and it pierces through a crown with budding vegetation. This is a symbol of the power of truth. The sword cuts through every lie and deceit to show the new way forward.  

The Ace of Swords reminds us that truth cuts through everything. Being able to be open and honest in relationships makes both parties feel heard and understood. New ideas and breakthrough opportunities are also inspiring. The Ace of Swords reminds us that when we are feeling stuck in a web of obfuscation and deceit, truth will show us the way forward.

Upright Ace of Swords as Love Outcome

If you are asking about what is the outcome of a relationship, and you draw the Ace of Swords, that means that this will be a relationship that is more “head over heart” in nature. It is astrologically associated with the element of air. The Aces in the Tarot represent the energies of an element in its purest form. This is a relationship where both parties value and honor honesty and fairness. You also have a strong intellectual connection with each other. In fact, that could have been the very thing that attracted you to your person, and vice versa.

The Ace of Swords as love outcome is a sign of a relationship that embodies the more positive traits of the Air signs. This is a relationship with healthy communications. You and your person have an excellent mental rapport where you just “get” each other. Your person values a balance of masculine and feminine energies. Traditional values and gender roles may either not apply at all in your relationship, or you can embrace it fully. You also give each other freedom within the relationship, and you accept each otherʼs quirks and uniqueness.

If you are wondering about a potential relationship, the Ace of Swords as love outcome means an excellent mental rapport. This is a relationship where you may bond over intellectual pursuits. This does not necessarily mean you both have to be academic. You may bond over the same life philosophies or worldview. You’re both on the same page regarding morality, politics, and ethics. Communicating with each other in this relationship should feel very easy, there are never any guessing games, no beating around the bush.

If you are in a new relationship, the Ace of Swords as love outcome means a relationship where morality, honesty, and ethics are valued. The Aces in general indicate new beginnings and inspiration. You are a good influence in this person’s life. The person could be inspired by your values, motivating them to be a better person. You may have unexpectedly met your person under “fast-moving” circumstances, for example: while traveling, or when you weren’t looking. You view each other as a breath of fresh air, sort of “breakthrough” in your love lives.

If you are in an existing relationship, the Ace of Swords as love outcome means a relationship that always feels fresh. Every day there is always something new to talk about, something to mentally stimulate you both. There is never a boring moment in this relationship. This is a relationship where after you’ve really gotten to know each other, you hide nothing, and you always feel like you can just be your authentic self around your person. Swords energy is also not a very possessive energy, so the relationship will feel well balanced. There’s a sense of “respectful freedom” where you respect each other’s freedom, time, and individuality.

If you are currently in separation with each other, the Ace of Swords as love outcome means wanting to do the right thing. If you are separated by distance, your person is focused on what needs to be done to make the long-distance relationship work. This card usually symbolizes a rational person who is strategic in their decision making. Although they may not be the most romantic on the surface, rest assured that this person has a plan for this relationship’s future in mind. If you are inquiring about an ex you’re interested in reconciling with, your person is approaching your separation logically. They are focused on the impartial truth of the situation and are processing what happened, give them time and space to think before suggesting reconciliation.

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Reversed Ace of Swords as Love Outcome

If you are asking about what is the outcome of a relationship, and you draw the Ace of Swords reversed, that means a lack of respect for honesty and integrity. Your person may have told you that they were one thing, and then they turned out to be a whole other thing as your relationship progressed. There may have been broken promises along the way. This is a relationship that is riddled with trust issues. There’s a lack of balance, a lack of freedom, and a lack of constructive communications. You never feel quite comfortable being your authentic self around your person, probably because you fear being judged by your person or those in their social circle.

The Ace of Swords reversed as love outcome is a sign of a relationship prone to conflict. There could also be a lack of dishonesty, in some cases infidelity may be an issue. This person may have misrepresented you to their friends and family, leading to misunderstandings. If you think this might be the case, you need to start speaking for yourself. On top of that, you need to have a discussion with your person about things that bother you about the relationship. Speak in a calm, non-confrontational way, since this card in the reverse often represents proneness to conflict.

If you are wondering about a potential relationship, the Ace of Swords reversed as love outcome means intellectual incompatibility. This doesn’t necessarily mean that one of you is significantly smarter than the other. It’s just that you have different philosophies, values, and you may even be politically incompatible. As much as the chemistry might be there, these incompatibilities need to be addressed. Try to get on the same page even if that means agreeing to disagree. Disagreements on your worldviews become an issue in the long run if you decide to have kids.

If you are in a new relationship, the Ace of Swords reversed as love outcome means potentially not being on the same page when it comes to morality and ethics. This is not to say that one of you is morally superior to the other. It’s just that you may have vastly differing values. For example: one of you will tolerate nothing but monogamy while the other may want an alternative lifestyle. This card is astrologically associated with Gemini, Libra, and Aquarius, so alternative lifestyles may be something that you will have to discuss early on in the relationship. Are they irreconcilable differences, or can you both embody that Libra energy of finding a middle ground? 

If you are in an existing relationship, the Ace of Swords reversed as love outcome means not being on the same page as when it comes to your worldviews. This card drawn in the reverse can sometimes also indicate a disregard for integrity. In the upright position, this is a card of honesty, fidelity, and fairness. When drawn in the reverse, it may indicate infidelity, inauthenticity, and dishonesty. Cutting words may be used in arguments. On the other hand, you feel like you lack clarity as nothing seems clear cut. Be cautious of gaslighting, if you start to feel disoriented when dealing with your person, seek a second opinion from your support system. 

If you are currently in separation with each other, the Ace of Swords reversed as love outcome means uncertainty. If you are separated by distance, you could wonder where your relationship is headed. This may be caused, not by your person, but by the circumstances and the nature of a long-distance relationship. The best thing you can do is clear the air through clear communication. If you are inquiring about an ex you’re interested in reconciling with, your person is unclear about what they want. They may not be mentally prepared to have a new beginning with you.

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Conclusion

For love readings, the Ace of Swords represents clarity and breakthroughs in communication. Good communication is a cornerstone to any successful relationship. Truth always cuts through obfuscation and lies. The Ace of Swords reminds us that we need to always work on our communication game to be successful in our relationships with others. 

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