Eight of Swords

Art: Caravaggio, “Saint Francis of Assisi in Ecstasy”

Perfection of Thought, Emptiness

Card Number: 29
Astrology: Gemini
Key dates: May 21 to May 31
Yes / No Key Interpretation: No

In a Reading

In the Eight of Swords perfection of thought emerges. Long standing problems are easily solved. It speaks of a deep, inner peace that will be achieved. A Zen state where the mind becomes truly empty.

When this card illuminates a less fortunate situation, it brings to light feelings of being trapped, troubles, emotional difficulty, an intellectual block, or illness. When we find ourselves in onerous positions, this Arcanum serves to remind us that, though the solution may be unclear, its within our grasp. We have only to calm ourselves, to be cool, to achieve emptiness and clarity of mind to realize the answer.

Multiple Eights in a Spread: 3 eights – possible travel. 4 eights – an important message or long awaited news.