 To reiterate, in Qabalistic Tarot, Chokmah is the
beginning state of conscious energy that is masculine in action. Chokmah
is the "idea of male" and it's mate, Binah, is the "idea of Female".
Now we have the concepts of Father-Mother God. Chokmah being the 2nd Sephira, called---Wisdom, is also the Force behind the four twos and the four Knights (Kings) . The
twos symbolize the Forces of the King, who are Thoth Knights, and the four
Queens uniting and initializing the Forces. The Knight-Kings are the
Fathers of and initiators of Material Forces. THE KNIGHT OF SWORDS: Is
also known in Qaballah as Lord of Winds and Breezes. King of the
Elemental Spirits of the Air; the Sylphs and Sylphides. This is a very
Strong masculine mental force whose zodiacal attributes are the last
Decan of Taurus and the first two Decans of Gemini. Here we have
Specific Fire in Primal Air that is the personification of a Force
behind the World of Astral Images and ideas. This Power is violent,
aggressive, and a cutting edged force that is much like a overheated
wind. He is storm and violent emotion applied to an apparently
manageable mind.  The
symbols of this Mad Movement,is depicted in the art of the Knight of
Swords, as his maddened steed is charging down from the heavens, with
Tempest about, and armed with both sword and poniard, he is the very
personification of the idea of attack. The Bull like power of Taurus is
represented in his steed and the Twins of Gemini are shown in his
armament. The crest on his Helm is a revolving wing, showing violent
motion in air, much like a helicopter beats the air into submission. Such
a character, if personal, would be that of a person who is clever,
skillful, active and subtle. Being that he is fierce, delicate, and
courageous, much like a Dragon Fly, does not keep him from being prey to
his ideas which come as inspiration without consideration.  All
of these aforementioned characteristics change when this card is ill dignified. If such occurs, he is
incapable of decisions or purpose, and any action he takes is so
weakened by his mental indecision that it is easily brushed aside by
opposition. Often we find, that inadequate violent action is merely
futile effort at best. However
we choose to dignify this Knight, he is the "Extended Flame of mind" as
Zoroaster calls it. Here the True Will To Force, as Chokmah is
exploding the Mind. The Taurian influence, makes it steadfast and the
first Decanate of Gemini makes it inspirational Thus an Idea tends to
absorb the entire life of the individual in the blinding light of
concentrated aspiration. Thus it shows the danger to this state of
mind, for the first Decan is also known as "shortened force" and that
shortened force is symbolized by the poniard. Shortened force often
comes off as defensive and stubborn behavior.  The Elemental Tarot-Father of Air (swords are the symbols for the Element-Air), concentrates on the manipulative power of the spoken word. The mask of a human face indicates the illusion of words as truth. The triangle with apex at his mouth, is the symbol for the power of the spoken word. The top of his masked head merges with the sky, an indication of the alchemical element of air.The two figures falling helplessly out of the sky, indicate the influence of the Gemini Twins. According to the authors, the stair cases composed of blue and black cubes, indicates ambitious attainment that is both positive and negative. The two yellow followers, with the base of the triangle of air touching the tops of their heads, indicates disciples lost in the wonder and admiration of words spoken in power. The authors place the Sun/Pluto (Sun/Pluto is how they present this in their book), as the astrological influence over this card (the symbols of which are in the upper left). According to the authors, the meaning of this unique placement (in astrology Planets are not placed with planets unless in conjunction etc.) is, the power of attainment. Since the Sun stands for the intrinsic character of a person and Pluto always stands for transformation, this could be a vague symbol of the calculating mind which seeks attainment through sly and clever usage of words or thoughts. Therefore, this would indicate the negative aspect of the Knight of Swords.  As always, the Egyptian symbols that represent the meaning of this Father of Air card, are in the lower left hand corner. (illustration copied from their The Elemental Tarot book).  The oblong circle within a circle on the upper right of the card, is the symbol used by The Elemental Tarot for Spirit and Air in union. The blue circle on the bottom of the card is their symbol for air and the god name, Caracasa, is the name of the angel of spring. WHEN THE KNIGHT OF SWORDS or The Father of Air, IS THROWN DURING A READING: The querent is or may be experiencing:
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Tarot Card Comparisons: The Thoth -Knight of Swords & The Elemental Tarot- Father of Air
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