Session 8: Reading Tarot | Swords: Thought, Truth & Communication

Session 8: The Minor Arcana – Swords

Foundations of Tarot Series
Welcome to Session 8 of the Foundations of Tarot Series! In our previous session, we explored the emotional depth of Cups and how the suit reflects our relationships, intuition, and inner world.
Now, we’ll shift our focus to the Suit of Swords and the element of air, where we’ll explore the power of the mind and the role our thoughts play in shaping our experiences.

In this session, we’ll take a deep dive into the Suit of Swords and discover how these cards speak to communication, truth, perception, conflict, decision-making, and mental clarity.

Together, we’ll explore the symbolism, themes, and progression of the suit so you can better understand how Swords appear in readings and the messages they communicate. The goal is to look beyond the misconception that Swords are negative cards and instead recognize them as invitations to think critically, communicate honestly, and embrace personal growth through truth and self-awareness.

Agenda

Welcome and check-in
Review of Session 7
The Suit of Swords and the element of air
Ace of Swords through Ten of Swords
The Court Cards of Swords
Recognizing patterns and themes within the suit
Applying Swords to real-life readings
Guided practice and open discussion

Class Materials
The presentation, slides, and instructional materials used during this session are original course materials created for the Foundations of Tarot Series. They will be shown during class but will not be distributed afterward.
Participants are encouraged to take their own notes and have a tarot deck available for guided practice.

Community Expectations
This is a judgment-free learning environment. Everyone is welcome, regardless of experience level or spiritual background. Questions, alternative interpretations, and constructive feedback are encouraged.
Creating this series requires significant research, preparation, time, and resources. Please engage with the facilitator, the material, and fellow participants respectfully. Hostile, disruptive, or personally disparaging behavior may result in removal from the session or future classes.

About the Series
This class is part of a nine-session Foundations of Tarot series. While you’re welcome to attend individual sessions, each class builds upon the previous one. Attending in order will provide the most complete learning experience.

About Your Facilitator
Hi, I’m Vee, the reader behind That Priestess Tarot. I created this community because I believe tarot should be accessible, thought-provoking, and rooted in genuine discussion. Whether you’re opening your first deck or have been reading for years, my hope is that you’ll leave each session with a deeper understanding of the cards and of yourself.

Up Next
Session 9: Reading Tarot
We’ll bring everything together by learning how to interpret cards in relation to one another, practice reading spreads, strengthen intuition, and develop the confidence to conduct thoughtful and meaningful tarot readings.