The stone effigy of a knight lies on a tomb with hands pressed together in prayer, a sword carved along its side. Three swords hang point down on the wall above, beside a stained glass window.

Minor Arcana · Swords

Four of Swords

  • rest
  • recovery
  • retreat
  • pause

Leans maybe

Upright meaning

A figure lying still in a quiet chapel. After the storm, the rest. Sleep is part of the work.

 (reversed)

Reversed meaning

Forced re-entry before recovery is finished. Or rest that has become hiding.

Advice

Sleep early tonight.

Yes or no?

Four of Swords leans maybe in a yes or no reading: the answer depends on what happens next.