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Minor Arcana

Swords

Seven of Swords

Standard: Refusing to do something dishonest, even when there's no chance of ever being caught. Handling a difficult situation with finesse. Pointing out assumptions. Acting ethically in public and in private. Living a life that is beyond reproach.

Reversed: Stealing or lying. Doing whatever you can get away with, simply because you can. Looking for a way around consequences. Justifying wicked behavior by focusing on the wickedness of others. Failing to examine your own motives and prejudices.

Keywords
Dishonesty Presumption Sneakiness Assumptions

Questions to Ask

  • What assumptions am I making?
  • How well-defined is my sense of ethics?
  • How should I respond when I know others are breaking the rules?