Future Tarot Meanings - Nine of Swords

The Nine of Sword is the card of anxiety. When this card makes an appearance in a Tarot reading, it means that you are about to go through a time of great emotional anguish.

The Nine of Swords is associated with those dark nights we all go experience. We lay awake in emotional agony worried about the past, present, and future. We think about all which we regret. Usually, times like these are associated with the potential break down of a relationship, infidelity, pregnancy difficulties or plans for the future which we were so close to but which fell apart. You are (or will) experience this emotional turmoil at the time which is represented by the Nine of Swords.

The Nine of Swords Tarot card interpretations for love and relationships. Learn the meaning of the Nine of Swords for love, relationships, futures, romance, outcomes, exes, feelings, intentions, reconciliations, as a yes or no, marriage, pregnancies…

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Often, the Nine of Swords card is associated with females and can predict health problems which are typical of a female. Perhaps you’re going thorough something related to hormones? The  anxiety of the Nine of Swords usually goes hand in hand with hormonal problems.

If the Nine of Swords appears in an outcome position it can symbolize the sudden loss of something, but you don’t know why. You will be unsure how everything turned out as it did and you will be kept up at night worrying. You may never get the answers you crave.

Things are not always as they seem, however. Although you will spend your time imaging the worst of a situation, it is often not that bad. In some scenarios you may have nothing to fear but fear itself; you should wait until the situation unfolds so that you can learn more.

Nine of Swords Love Tarot Meaning 

The Nine of Swords is usually pulled by individuals who let their insecurities affect their relationship. You are paranoid about your partner and worry about the future of the relationship constantly. You expect the worst from people. 

While it is desirable not to be delusional about the state of your relationship, your negative attitude means that you’re not enjoying the relationship. If this romance is not a pleasurable experience what’s the point? If you’re constantly on edge worrying about your relationships, you’re as well as being alone.  

(If you would like more love Tarot meanings for this card, check out the Love Tarot Meanings e-book).

Nine of Swords Feelings Tarot Meaning

Are you wondering what a partner is feeling about you? If you have pulled the Nine of Swords, this can mean that they are the one who is feeling a little insecure. Perhaps they need to know that you have an interest in them? 

There is a high probability that your lover/potential lover has been burned in the past. The Nine of Swords in your love reading just means that they need a little emotional reassurance.

Nine of Swords Future Tarot Meaning

If the Nine of Swords appears in an outcome or future position of a relationship reading, this is not a good omen; it can mean that your relationship will end at the hand of your partner and you will not get a reason why. As stated in the general description, of this card, you may never get the closure which you crave.

Similarly, the Nine of Swords in the future or outcome position of your Tarot spread can be a sign that something you love is going to fail because of your own anxiety. Make sure you’re not pushing people away with your insecurities. 

Nine of Swords Business & Career Tarot Meaning

Nine of Swords Tarot card meaning for love, relationships, futures, romance, outcomes, exes, feelings, intentions, reconciliations, as a yes or no, marriage, pregnancies, positives, negatives, and more. Rider Waite Smith Tarot deck

The Nine of Swords in a business reading is not an encouraging sign, especially if it appears in the outcome position. The Nine of Swords reflects anxiety around your business. You are advised not to take out any large loans or make any major monthly commitments because you may not be able to fulfill them.

Alternatively, the Nine of Swords can mean that, when it comes to your business or job, your own thoughts are the enemy. You spend so much time worrying about the future that you do not take risks. You are very self-critical. The Nine of Swords is advising you to do some confidence work so that you can actually enjoy your chosen career path. 

Nine of Swords Yes or No Tarot Meaning

General - The Nine of Swords does not answer yes or no. It is generally a neutral card because all is not as it appears to be.

Do they like me? - They like you more than you think. It is possible that they do not believe that you like them. 

Am I pregnant? - No, but stress over pregnancy and fertility is causing unnecessary drama in your life. 

Is this relationship going to last? - The future could be better. 

Does the future of this look promising? - No the future of this does not look promising. 

Am I going to reconcile with my ex? - Reconciliations do not seem likely just now but that does not mean that there will not be an opportunity for one in the future.

Nine of Swords as a Positive, Strength or Advantage

When it appears in a positive, strength or advantage Tarot spread position, the Nine of Swords can predict that all is not as bad as it seems. The worst is in your head and your have nothing to fear but fear itself. 

Nine of Swords as a Negative, Weakness or Blockage

If the Nine of Swords appears in a spread position which represents a negative, blockage, or weakness, this means that bad things are going to happen because you worry about them. You focus too much on negativity. 

You will be drawing badness towards you through the law of attraction. Like attracts like. If all you’re thinking about is negativity, that is all that you’re going to get. 

Also, the Nine of Swords in a negative spread position can mean that you’re pushing those who you care about away. You are not enjoying your relationships. Try not to worry and just let shit go if this relationship is something which you want to pursue. 

That’s all for the Nine of Swords! Remember, you can discover more love Tarot meanings (and the feelings of your lover) by checking out the Love Tarot Meanings e-book.


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Illustration: In a Tarot card reading, The Nine of Swords in a spread can be a symbol of anxiety and sleepless nights. This post includes a vintage and modern fortune telling meanings of The 9 of Swords, ideal for the advanced reader or those just l…

Illustration: In a Tarot card reading, The Nine of Swords in a spread can be a symbol of anxiety and sleepless nights. This post includes a vintage and modern fortune telling meanings of The 9 of Swords, ideal for the advanced reader or those just learning the cards. These interpretations can be used with any of the decks (Rider Waite, Marseilles etc).


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