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

The Knight of Swords is the card of assertiveness, impatience, focus, daring, and ambition. This card shows a knight charging forward on his horse. His sword is flying through the air. This is a man who waits for no one. He is focused and he is fearless. He knows what he wants and he does what it takes to get it. 

The Knight of Swords is a reminder that a take-charge attitude can be necessary to achieve our goals. As they say, you miss 100% of the shots that you don’t take. When it comes to the things we most desire in life, this card urges us to go for it. How will they know that you love them if you don’t tell them? Seize the day. You can do this.

Upright Knight of Swords as Love Outcome

If you are asking about what is the outcome of a relationship, and you draw the Knight of Swords, that means that communications may be a little harsh between you and your person. It is astrologically associated with Gemini, which is a strong communication related energy. This could be a relationship where one of you is extremely blunt, to the point of inadvertently hurting the other partner. This can be addressed by communicating honestly that your person’s bluntness sometimes hurts you. Alternatively, you could adapt to your person’s communication style and appreciate their extreme honesty. You’d rather know the truth, wouldn’t you?

The Knight of Swords as love outcome is a sign of a relationship that is more driven by intellect and mental power, and less emotions and heart. Depending on your love language and personal preferences, this could be a good thing or a bad thing. If you are compatible and on the same page on worldviews and values, this relationship will be amazing for you. However, if you’re not on the same page on key issues, this person can be opinionated and overbearing. They can be extremely stubborn, and are unlikely to change their minds about things. So, if you are thinking about taking this relationship to the next level and raise children together, definitely take this into serious consideration.

If you are wondering about a potential relationship, the Knight of Swords as love outcome means a lack of romance.  The Knights of Swords is not the most romantic energy in the Tarot. Sometimes this energy can be mistaken for a lack of Interest, as it is more intellectual and professional than personal. This doesn’t mean a relationship is not possible at all, it simply means that you need to understand how this person approaches love to get a clearer idea of whether a relationship is possible. However, usually if this person is not interested, they will tell you bluntly to your face. If this person struggles with expressing emotions, try being patient until you get some more clarity on how they feel about a future with you.

If you are in a new relationship, the Knight of Swords as love outcome means needing to slow down in the relationship. This Knight is always in a hurry, an energy which may not be the most healthy energy to have in a relationship. The relationship may feel like a fast-paced one. You or your person might be very direct, and you don’t beat around the bush about what you want out of the relationship. It might feel exciting to progress from one phase to another at a quick rate, but all good things take time. The journey is part of the fun, so make sure you make a point of enjoying the present moment.

If you are in an existing relationship, the Knight of Swords as love outcome means deciding it’s time to progress the relationship into something more. You could have been living together for years, suddenly decide it’s time to legalize things. The Air energy of this card indicates cerebral energy, so your decision may be motivated by practical considerations, such as tax purposes. However, this does not mean the love isn’t genuine. The two of you may simply not believe in traditional marriage, and you never really saw the necessity for legalizing your relationship. Alternatively, you may go on an impromptu trip together.

If you are currently in separation with each other, the Knight of Swords as love outcome means being rushed into something or lacking tact. If you are separated by distance, this could indicate you or your person wanting to head to a higher level of commitment far too soon. Unfortunately, this could mean that you’re not thinking things thoroughly enough. The two of you don’t need to rush into anything just to prove how serious you are about each other. If you are inquiring about an ex you’re interested in reconciling with, your ex might want to rush back in. However, make sure that they have properly done their healing, since this Knight has a tendency to rush in with zero planning or consideration.

Reversed Knight of Swords as Love Outcome

If you are asking about what is the outcome of a relationship, and you draw the Knight of Swords reversed, that means that your person could have a tendency to use words to harm. This person may have a sadistic tendency, and actually enjoy hurting people with their words. And in more extreme cases, the Knight of Swords in reverse energy can signify different forms of psychological, mental, and emotional abuse. While the Knight of Swords in the upright is usually somebody who is blunt and direct but well-meaning, in the reverse, the energy can have a cruel streak. This is the type of person who will make you jump through multiple hoops just to get the bare minimum. Meanwhile, this person will demand the most from you.

The Knight of Swords reversed as love outcome is a sign of regretting some sort of hurried action. One of you may have rushed the relationship, and realized that you’re not right for each other. One or both of you could become overbearing in this relationship. There may also be a lack of romance. You may have entered into a relationship with this person because they love bombed you. This person knows every “Pick Up Artist” trick in the book, so make sure you know the signs, and don’t be fooled! 

If you are wondering about a potential relationship, the Knight of Swords reversed as love outcome means you might regret rushing into this relationship. Similar to the Page of Swordsʼ in reverse energy, this card indicates needing to get to know your person well before agreeing to a higher level of commitment. But unlike the Page who tells mostly harmless fibs, the Knight might tell bigger, more significant lies. Find out who they are at their core. If you’re supposed to be exclusively dating, make sure that there’s nobody else in the picture. This person may twist facts, so if they claim their breakup was their ex’s fault, the truth might be that they themselves caused the breakup.

If you are in a new relationship, the Knight of Swords reversed as love outcome means both of you may be coming on a little too strong. The energy of the Knight of swords in reverse tends to be quite extreme. For example, rather than being a healthy level of assertiveness, in the reverse the Knight’s energy can come off aggressive. In some extreme cases, aggressiveness can border abusive. Seeing this card in reverse is a warning to not only get to know your person, but also know the signs of abuse. This card also warns us against rushing into relationships. Slow down!

If you are in an existing relationship, the Knight of Swords reversed as love outcome means you may be in an unhealthy relationship. The Knight of Swords in reverse can indicate an aggressive, or even abusive, relationship. The relationship may be colored by constant bickering. Words are weapons for them. Your arguments are explosive and epic. And the cutting words you hurl at each other leave a mark. These unhealthy patterns of behavior need to be addressed for the relationship to move forward.

If you are currently in separation with each other, the Knight of Swords reversed as love outcome means a lack of integrity or being unreasonably impatient. If you are separated by distance, your person might want to rush in and have you relocate to their location. This may be due to their jealous and possessive nature, as the Knight of Swords in reverse can overthink to the point of creating fictional scenarios in their head, only to get lost in them. This is also an extremely selfish energy, where your person may insist that you relocate to their location, with zero guard of the life that you’re about to leave behind. If you are inquiring about an ex you’re interested in reconciling with, the person has an extremely selfish energy. They are looking out for number one, and even if they are willing to rush into a reconciliation, there is no guarantee that they will have changed for the better.

Conclusion

For love readings, the Knight of Swords represents assertiveness and confidence. Sometimes people get what they want just by being quick and bold. This card is a reminder to ask for what you need. Don’t hesitate to make a decision and be bold in your approach. You might just be surprised by what happens next. 

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