Mentor of Swords

Guiding words/ideas:

Generous communicator; channeling knowledge; imparting information for the good of all; cautions around ego and involvement of money; encouragement to keep the channel clear.

Channeled guidance:

This Mentor is both powerful and gentle, almost akin to the Strength card, which depicts that beautiful lion who has so much power and yet resides in a calm and peaceful state.

The Mentor of Swords is a gracious communicator. They have gathered so much knowledge in their lives from studies, solitude, and experiences of deep connection. They are now at a time in their existence where they are ready to share that knowledge with others. And they do this by communicating in many ways. Even though they are part of the suit of swords, a suit aligned with the elements of air and intellect, they are very grounded. They speak from a place of open-heartedness and kindness.

The information they impart is for the good of all beings, not just a few, and when perfectly balanced, this Mentor of Swords can engage in the sharing of information without inflating their ego. They have a quiet confidence. They don’t need others’ approval, praise, appreciation, or validation. They know that they are merely a conduit in a powerful flow of information. When they are clear, the information comes easily, and the recipients of that knowledge are able to grasp these ideas quickly and completely.

The caution for this Mentor (whether they be someone that you are getting information from or someone you aspire to be like) is to make sure the channel is clear and that there are no ego wounds or ulterior motives at play. And in the culture in which many of you live, this is tricky. Commerce and money issues can get activated in relationship to a Mentor of Swords and can distort the clarity of giving and receiving. Money is a complicated tool. So whether you are giving money or receiving money for information, be mindful of this exchange and make sure that it does not disturb the information that needs to be shared.

This human has so much potential to help the condition of all beings. Be excited if you are on this path or if you are in relation to a human who has this capacity. Be excited and clear in your intentions. If healing work needs to happen to create greater clarity, do this work first. Once clarity has been achieved, you will be able to engage fully, open-heartedly, and for the betterment of all.

Plant and metal guidance:

Lac (purple background): we gently nudge you towards transformation and change.

Onion skin (orange/brown skin): We are a reminder of the layering of experience and self. Layering provides complexity and strength, and we invite you to celebrate your unfolding as you discover yourself and your connections to other beings.

Chokeberry (purple lines/swirls on shirt): Our energy expands and contracts as needed, and we encourage you to do the same. We offer a rich balm for your wounds and a burst of energy to be used when you need it.

Black walnut (dark and medium brown of sword and podium): The strength of our magic lies in our ability to clear space and provide opportunities for recharging and resetting.