Five of Swords
Deluxe Astrology's tarot card encyclopedia documents the Five of Swords with upright and reversed meanings, full cosmic correspondences (Swords, Air element, Aquarius), love and career context, yes/no guidance (no), numerological ties, and crystal associations. Free, no registration required.

“私は戦いを賢く選び、勝つ必要性を手放します。”
5: 空虚な勝利、葛藤の代償
Upright Meaning
葛藤、敗北、そして空虚な勝利。すべての代償を払って勝つことは、孤独と後悔を残すかもしれません。
Reversed Meaning
和解、償い、そして葛藤を超えること。今こそ剣を置く時です。
Card Description
剣の五は、一人で勝利に立っています。すべての戦いが勝つ価値があるわけではありません。正しくあることを追求する際に、何を失うかについて考えてください。
Frequently Asked Questions About Five of Swords
What does the Five of Swords mean in a love reading?
In a love reading, the Five of Swords (Swords, Air element) reflects 葛藤, 敗北, 背信. 葛藤、敗北、そして空虚な勝利。すべての代償を払って勝つことは、孤独と後悔を残すかもしれません。 Reversed in a relationship context, it suggests 和解、償い、そして葛藤を超えること。今こそ剣を置く時です。
What does the Five of Swords mean in a career reading?
For career and work, the Five of Swords upright points to 葛藤 and 敗北. 葛藤、敗北、そして空虚な勝利。すべての代償を払って勝つことは、孤独と後悔を残すかもしれません。 If it appears reversed, watch for 和解、償い、そして葛藤を超えること。今こそ剣を置く時です。
Is the Five of Swords a yes or no card?
The Five of Swords is traditionally a no card in yes-or-no tarot readings. Its energy suggests caution, delay, or not yet when drawn upright. Reversed, the resistance may be lifting — reconsider with surrounding cards.
What zodiac sign is associated with the Five of Swords?
The Five of Swords is associated with Aquarius (Air element). This astrological connection shapes the card’s core themes: 葛藤, 敗北, 背信. When Aquarius season is active or when its ruling planet is prominent in transit, the Five of Swords often carries extra weight in a reading.
What does the Five of Swords reversed mean?
When the Five of Swords appears reversed in a tarot reading, it indicates 和解、償い、そして葛藤を超えること。今こそ剣を置く時です。 The reversed meaning is not simply the opposite of upright — it often signals the same energy turned inward, blocked, or overdone rather than its literal negation.