Ten of Swords

A man lies in a desolate place, pierced by ten Swords. Unlike the Eight of Swords, where the swords merely surround, here they actually pierce flesh - the ultimate result of unchecked strife and conflict. However, note the sunrise beyond the dark clouds.

This card is about failure, loss, defeat, sudden misfortune or the ruin of plans. The focus is on stagnant conditons that must be cleared away - unfinished business that must be resolved before progress can be made. Don't give up or consider the situation hopeless. Accept what is, but don't give in to negative thinking. Have faith in both yourself and God. Things are going to turn out different than you anticipate. The future may look grim, but hope is on the way.

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