Swords
Queen of Swords

Truth spoken plainly, free of anyone's approval, can set everyone free, including the speaker.
Keywords
Upright: Clear thinking, Independence, Honesty
Reversed: Coldness, Harsh words, Guarded heart
Upright
Clear, honest thinking lets you see through confusion and flattery to what is really happening.
Reversed
Sharp words or a guarded heart may be pushing others away, so soften the edge.
In love
Ask directly for what you need instead of reading into mixed signals.
In work and money
Your precise feedback finds the weak spot and improves the work.
Symbols in the image
Upright sword Her straight blade cuts to the truth without tilting toward comfort or favor.
Lone bird in a clear sky Standing a little apart, she sees the whole situation clearly.
The question this card asks
What do I know to be true, and can I say it plainly without punishing anyone?