A knight in armour charges at full gallop on a white horse, sword raised high and red cloak flying. Clouds race across the sky and the trees bend in a strong wind.

Minor Arcana · Swords

Knight of Swords

  • drive
  • directness
  • haste
  • cutting through

Leans yes

Upright meaning

A horse at full gallop, sword forward. Fast and direct. Sometimes too fast — but the obstacle parts.

 (reversed)

Reversed meaning

Aggression, recklessness, words used as weapons.

Advice

Move quickly. Aim with care.

Yes or no?

Knight of Swords leans yes in a yes or no reading.