In tarot reading, The Two of Swords is associated with denial. It often indicates a dead end or impasse. Its traditional imagery depicts a blindfolded woman holding two swords. In this context, the blindfold is self-imposed. She has clearly chosen to remain oblivious to the environment around her.
The Two of Swords is also associated with indecision or the inability to make an important decision. It is clear that she is avoiding an important truth. You have created a false sense of reality and are choosing to live in a state of forgetfulness. This reality offers you a moment of peace. However, this does not deny the existence of the need to choose a new path. At some point, the weight of the swords will become too much to bear and she will be forced to face the reality of the situation.
In terms of relationships, the Two of Swords appearing in a love tarot reading often reveals the barriers you have put up between you and your partner. This is the nature of deadlock. You have closed off emotionally or the relationship has become resistant to commitment. In this case, there are often issues of internal conflict or confusion about the relationship.
The Two of Swords also indicates that the issues your relationship is struggling with will not be found through outside influences. Instead, it urges you to once again go within. It is time to face your internal conflicts. To overcome the current stagnation, balance must be restored. This is often accomplished by exploring past experiences that influence your current situation.
In the love tarot, the Two of Swords ultimately encourages you to be honest with yourself and your partner. Moving forward is communicating and telling your truth.
