The Sky is the Limit – King of Swords

Whether through trial and tribulation, work or schooling, each of us has some sort of special knowledge.  It is this special knowledge that friends, family, acquaintances and sometimes total strangers reach out to us for assistance in guiding them through when their lives hit a speed bump.    Finding someone who can give you direct and unbiased insight on a situation can help bring you that moment of clarity you have been seeking.   I am often approached for advice when someone is at a personal or professional crossroads.  This privilege is not something I take lightly.  It is one of several reasons why I identify with our card this month.

What is your special knowledge?

Rational, controlled, diplomatic and analytical in his approach, the King of Swords is our card this month.

In general, the King of Swords represents structure, routine, self discipline, power and authority.  With his sharp mind and high intellect, he is a mediator, judge and master of mental discipline.  He is a great communicator, speaker, writer and thinker.  Some may say he is detached and remote, but, the truth is he feels very deeply.  Emotions and feelings are simply not his mode of expression.   Ambitious and (sometimes) flexible, this guy lives for integrity, justice and fairness.

When King’s show up in a reading, it can represent a person in our lives.  This figure may be an adult male (living or deceased) who has had a strong influence on your life.  Kings in a reading can be our fathers, grandfathers,  and/or male mentors (such as teachers or counselors). Male or female they can suggest people in positions of authority, possibly representing our employers, supervisors, superiors, professors, scientists, lawyers, experts,  advisors, or other professionals.  This King can also represent qualities we are looking to build up within ourselves.

A master of logic and reason, the King of Swords is a mature individual who is savvy, sharp, honest and strong.     Never in a rush, he takes his time to assess a situation, leaving all doubts behind.

He is a combination of the outward focus of a King and the positive, intellectual and analytical qualities of air (swords).      He may show up as an air sign – Libra, Aquarius or Gemini – although I do see him as Aquarius.  Aquarius spans the dates of  January 20th- February 19th of any given year.     You can look to this time period as the date of birth for that someone in your life who represents this king or for a situation/issue that may have started during this time.

Fearless and in charge, the King of Swords is an intelligent and highly qualified professional.    If you are looking for honest and impartial advice, he is your man.  Methodical and observant, he is able to size up a situation.  His eagle eyes and a sharp mind see and observe it all.  This card may indicate a need to be observant, read the fine print, dissect contracts or legal papers in assurance you have not missed something important.

Articulate and curious, the King of Swords enjoys stimulating conversation and debate.  This king is an avid reader and learner.   He is always interested in soaking up any new information that he can one day put to use.   He has a way with words, able to explain himself or a complicated situation with an ease and simplicity so that all can understand.  Able to hold the interest of any audience, he would make an excellent college professor or guest lecturer.

On the negative side, the King of Swords can be aloof, withdrawn and at times, aggressive, moody or even a bit of a bully if someone is not to his liking. His default is to dictate and dominate others.  Luckily, for the most part, he is fair, responsible, dependable and can be relied upon to play by the rules.

They say a picture is worth one thousand words, what does this image say?

 

Questions to think about:  What am I not looking at?  Where have I detached myself from a situation?  What is the fair/just thing to do?  Do I need to be more flexible?  Am I seeing this situation from every angle?  Have I read the fine print?  What would (insert your king/mentor) do?   Where are my red slippers??

When the King of Swords shows up it is a gentle (or with this king maybe more direct) suggestion to take the kind of actions *he* might take.

This is your month to pay attention to detail, tell the truth, think of a solution, take the high road, communicate well, judge fairly and speak up.  How will you share your special knowledge? We all have something to teach.  We all have something to learn.

And, you know what they say . . . . the sky is the limit!

I wish success, clarity and the mind of a KING.

Until the next time  . . . . . .