Eight of Swords
#57 · Swords
Upright
Restriction, imprisonment, victim mentality, powerlessness
Reversed
Freedom, self-acceptance, release, breaking free
Restrictionimprisonmentvictim mentalitypowerlessness
Tips
When upright, examine self-imposed limitations.
When reversed, embrace newfound freedom.
Symbolism
Blindfolded figure amongst swords represents self-imposed limitations. Loose bonds show escape is possible. Castle in distance shows goal is attainable.
History
This card represents mental imprisonment and the limitations we place on ourselves through fear and negative thinking.