King of Swords
- judgement
- fairness
- logic
- authority
Upright
The King of Swords makes decisions with his head. He weighs facts, listens to arguments and then stands by his conclusion. In your question, he asks you to think clearly and fairly, even if feelings pull in another direction. A well-founded decision, clearly communicated, makes the situation easier for everyone involved.
Reversed
Logic has become a way to avoid feeling. Perhaps you use reason and rules to keep others at a distance, or you overpower someone with arguments instead of listening. The King of Swords reversed asks whether you are truly being fair. Where is there room for compassion in your decision?