Three of Swords and Three of Wands

This page is dedicated to a detailed exploration of the combination of Three of Swords and Three of Wands cards in a tarot spread for various aspects of life: love, career, finances, and spiritual growth. Study the symbolism and interpretation of the upright and reversed connection of these two arcana.

Combination of card Three of Swords and card Three of Wands

The Three of Swords upright symbolizes sorrow and a broken heart. The Three of Wands upright speaks of prospects and future plans. Together, these cards suggest that after a difficult period in life, there is hope for positive changes. Pain and suffering might have led to new understanding, new goals, and plans. For example, after a tough divorce, a person begins to see life differently, sets new goals, and strives towards them.

Combination of card Three of Swords and reversed card Three of Wands

The Three of Swords upright and the Three of Wands reversed indicate that great pain and suffering hinder progress and development. The person may be suffering too much to have faith in the future, preventing them from moving forward. For example, after losing a loved one, they can't find the strength to live on despite all the opportunities and prospects.

Combination of reversed card Three of Swords and card Three of Wands

In the reversed position, the Three of Swords promises relief from pain, while the upright Three of Wands speaks of positive changes. This combination of cards means that suffering and pain are in the past, and a period of favorable changes and new opportunities has arrived. For example, after a long period of grief, a person regains joy in life and starts making new plans.

Combination of reversed card Three of Swords and reversed card Three of Wands

The Three of Swords reversed and the Three of Wands reversed indicate that the person is still struggling with pain, which prevents them from moving forward. They might try to overcome their suffering but fail. This affects their potential and future plans. For example, the person suffers from past pain and cannot embrace new opportunities that life offers.