Tarot Meaning: Page of Swords

Alert and quick-minded, scanning the horizon for what's coming next.

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✦ Upright Meaning

The Page stands alert, sword raised, scanning for what's approaching. This card brings curiosity, quick thinking, and news or ideas that arrive suddenly and demand attention.

✦ Reversed Meaning

Reversed, it can mean scattered thoughts, gossip, or all talk and no real follow-through.

Keywords

curiosityvigilancenew ideasrestlessness

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