Thursday, 29 January 2026

The Queen of Swords: A Tarot Reading for the World

I drew a tarot card as a reading for for the world, using the unusual Theatre Deli Tarot, which was made by a London-based community of artistic people. I revealed the Queen of Swords. This usually represents a powerful woman with a keen intellect. She is often depicted seated on a throne, crowned and holding a sword. It's a strong picture - but I feel this version is even stronger.

In the Theatre Deli deck she is taking her own authority by crowning herself. She stares straight out of the image, facing us, and forcing us to face her in return. Crossed swords above her head could represent choices. I think this references the two of swords, in which a woman is making difficult decisions but hasn't yet taken full control of the situation. In the Queen of Swords card she is in the act of doing so. Yet in both cards, the woman's eyes are covered, symbolising that she is using inner vision and other senses, not just her eyes.

Theatre Deli's Queen is also coming alive with swirled rainbow colours. Similar colours are on the swords, but in straighter, sharper lines. This is a moment of transforming adversity and changing it's patterns to something more fluid, turning weapons of war into creativity.

 I think that is the message for all of us who have felt we are in the shadows. Take your power, face the world, and show your true colours.

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