In the Four of Swords, we see the image of a knight’s tomb in a church. The scene is a peaceful one: three of the Swords are engraved in stone on the wall behind the tomb, while the fourth makes up part of the tomb on which the figure of the knight lies. The scene depicted in the stained glass window is that of Christ healing a follower who kneels before him. This, then, is not a card of death, but one of rest and regeneration.
Four of Swords
Five of Wands
In the Five of Wands, we see another aspect of the fire element: energy that requires a release to not become destructive. In the traditional Rider Waite image, we see a group of youths engaged in vigorously hitting their wands together; they are immersed in the action, their focus on nothing but the melee itself. A closer look at the card, though, shows us that these figures aren’t actually trying to hurt each other at all, but are merely playfighting, clashing sticks rather than aiming to cause each other any injury.
Four of Pentacles
The Four of Pentacles is a card that indicates possessiveness and the need to control the environment around you. It comes up when there is something important you would like to protect. The focus is usually on the material aspect of your life and the things you own, and it often comes with a fear of losing what you have.
nine of swords
The Nine Of Swords is an indication that you are going through a dark time for the soul. This could be a period in your life where you are experiencing loss or a disappointment of sorts. This may lead to feelings of stress and anxiety which at times can be quite hard to deal with.
eight of swords
The Eight Of Swords is a card of crisis and temporary difficulties. There is a feeling of being trapped and unable to move forward because you cannot see a clear path forward. However, these limitations are often self-inflicted due to being tunnel-visioned and not being able to see the bigger picture. This card is here to teach you to liberate yourself from your own confinement to break free.
Three of Wands
The Three of Wands is a card of consolidation; unlike in the Two, here the figure looks out on his boats and is unfettered, and at ease. We have the clear sense of someone at peace with their life, and confident of their place within it.