MBH TAROT - MINOR ARCANA(SWORDS)

THE MINOR ARCANA
A) SWORDS- DHARMA
(Physical Element : Air, Physiological Element : Intellect)

ACE	Using mental force : being objective, thinking your way through, finding out the facts, analyzing the situation, using your intellect, applying logic and reason having fortitude : overcoming adversity, facing problems, resolving a situation, finding the strength to overcome, surmounting obstacles, being undaunted by setbacks seeking justice : righting a wrong, championing a cause, doing what is right, establishing the truth, accepting responsibility, wanting what is fair proceeding with truth : dispelling doubts, cutting through confusion, seeing through illusions, having clear understanding, being honest, finding out what is real	Dhwaja fluttering in the Wimd.
2	Blocking emotions : denying true feelings, stifling a natural response, keeping another at arm's length, hiding distress, turning a deaf ear, being defensive, maintaining your cool Avoiding the truth : refusing to look at facts, pretending everything's fine, ignoring the warning signs, closing your eyes to what's going on, avoiding an unpleasantness, choosing not to know Being at a stalemate : feeling afraid to act, reaching an impasse, staying stuck, refusing to decide, being unwilling to rock the boat, staying on the fence	Gandhari covering her eyes and accepts her fate as a Blind man’s wife.
3	feeling heartbreak : causing heartbreak, suffering emotional pain, hurting inside, being disappointed, getting some unsettling news, having your feelings hurt, hurting someone's feelings, receiving little solace feeling lonely : being separated, wandering far from home, being spurned or rejected, feeling isolated from those you love, being deserted in time of needfeeling lost experiencing betrayal : discovering a painful truth, finding your trust misplaced, being let down, letting someone down, getting stabbed in the back, turning against someone, breaking your word, acting against	Pandu in exile, heartbroken from Kardama’s curse
4	resting : taking a break, giving your body time to heal, avoiding overexertion, finding peace and quiet, relaxing body and soul, taking life easy contemplating : gaining a better perspective, listening for your Inner Voice, taking time alone to think, standing back from the situation, examining your motivations, reviewing where you are quietly. preparing : consolidating inner resources, making sure your base is secure, getting ready for the future, coming to terms with what is, tieing up loose ends, stabilizing	Arjuna’s penace, to get weapons for the future war
5	Acting in your own self-interest : setting aside the concerns of others, looking out for number one, thinking of your own needs, knowing you must concentrate on yourself, encountering selfishness, indulging in power plays, gloating, going for the win-lose result Experiencing discord : being in a hostile environment, feeling people are set against each other, choosing to battle, having an "us-against-them" mentality, creating ill will, experiencing conflict Witnessing open dishonor : losing your moral compass, letting ends justify means, sacrificing integrity, losing sight of what is right, achieving a dubious victory, knowing of criminal activity	After winning the Game of Dice, Draupadi is disrobed and humiliated in open Court
6	feeling the blues : experiencing a low-level sadness, just keeping your head above water, working to get through the day, feeling somewhat depressed, avoiding the lows, but also the highs, feeling listless, functioning, but not much more recovering : dealing with the effects of trauma, getting over a tough time, picking up the pieces, starting to cope, beginning to get your health back, heading toward a more positive place, feeling hope again. Traveling : changing location, moving from one place to another, taking a trip, experiencing a change of scene, being uprooted, going on a journey, entering into a new frame of mind	The Pandavas wandering from forest to forest deprived of their Kingodm and in Exile.
7	running away : shirking responsibility, sneaking off, leaving, avoiding obligations, being afraid to face the music, taking the easy way out, hiding from the truth, procrastinating being a lone wolf : feeling you don't need anyone else, wanting independencedeciding not to help, keeping something to yourself, preferring solitude, staying aloof, wanting to go it alone, holding people at arm's length choosing hidden dishonor : deceiving or being deceived, covering your tracks, maneuvering behind the scenes, being two-faced, seeing others take the rap, controlling without appearing to, avoiding a shameful secret, lying or stealing	Duryodhan fleeing Kurukshetar and hiding in Dwaita lake.
8	feeling restricted : being fenced in by obstacles, staying in a limited situation, feeling trapped by circumstances, experiencing few options, being blind to freedom, feeling persecuted feeling confused : being unsure which way to turn, feeling at a loss, lacking direction, feeling overwhelmed, floundering around, needing guidance and clarity, not understanding what is happening. Feeling powerless : waiting for outside rescue, doubting anything you do will help, avoiding responsibility, looking for a white knight, feeling victimized, accepting inaction	Abhimanyu trapped inside Chakravyuha attacked by 7 maharathis.
9	Worrying : doubting all will go well, brooding, making yourself sick over your troubles, going over and over an issue, feeling anxious and tense, getting worked up Feeling guilty : regretting some offense, refusing to forgive yourself, wanting to turn back the clock, focusing on your "sins", being hard on yourself, denying that you did your best, getting overwhelmed by remorse Suffering anguish : despairing, feeling you've reached your limits, having sleepless nights, feeling depressed, going through a dark night of the soul, forgetting joy, wanting to cry	Dhrtarashtra listening from Sanjay and guiltily brooding over the fate of the War.
10	Bottoming out : having nowhere to go but up, knowing it's darkest before the dawn, being at the lowest point, feeling things can't get worse, reparing for an upturn, reaching the pits Feeling like a victim : bemoaning your fate, feeling powerless, seeing life as hostile, suffering from an attack, wondering "Why me?", feeling self-pity, being on the receiving end. Being a martyr : putting your own interests last, being self-deprecating, feeling like a doormat, taking a back seat, letting others go first, sacrificing	Karna’s trying to pull up his Chariot wheel while Arjuna pints a shaft at him.
PAGE	Use Your Mind : analyze the problem, use logic and reason, reexamine beliefs, develop an idea or plan, study or research the facts, learn or teach, think everything through. Be Truthful : act honestly, face the facts, stop deceiving, clear up any confusion, expose what is hidden, speak directly. Be Just : right a wrong, act ethically, treat others equally, champion a cause, try to be fair, do what you know is right, accept responsibility, acknowledge the other point of view. Have Fortitude : face problems squarely, refuse to be discouraged, meet setbacks with renewed energy, keep a firm resolve, move out of depression, keep your chin up and head high, keep trying.	Sahadeva the wise Pamdava. Intelligent,practical and well-spoken .
KNIGHT	Direct..........Blunt :is frank and outspoken..........is tactless and rude, gets straight to the point..........may have a brusque manner, does not mince words..........does not spare the feelings of others, lets others know where they stand..........can't hold his or her tongue, gives an honest answer..........shows little discretion Authoritative..........Overbearing : speaks with assurance..........tends to be domineering, commands attention..........forces a position on others, acts with total certainty..........expects immediate compliance, gives orders naturally..........does not welcome dissent, has great influence..........acts in a high-handed manner Incisive..........Cutting : has a keen, forceful intellect..........is prone to biting sarcasm, penetrates to the core..........lacks sensitivity, expresses ideas succinctly..........can be critical, is sharp and alert..........has a barbed wit, debates and argues well..........derides stupidity Knowledgeable..........Opinionated : knows what he or she is talking about..........believes he or she is always right, can expound on any topic..........lacks tolerance of other viewpoints, is sought as an expert..........must have the last word, has well-reasoned positions..........is arrogant, is highly intelligent.........can be dogmatic and close-minded Logical..........Unfeeling : reasons clearly..........undervalues intuition, analyzes information well..........treats people like numbers, concentrates on what is correct..........doesn't temper justice with mercy, can set aside emotional factors..........is cut off from emotions, makes sense out of confusion..........is cold and aloof	Bhima is frank, outspoken and direct, lacks sensitivity and often says the bitter truth..
QUEEN	Honest : faces the truth, even if unpleasant, is up front with everyone, likes everything on the table, plays by the rules, avoids lies and deception Astute : sizes up a situation quickly, understands hidden motives and desires, is difficult to fool, trick or con, figures out the unspoken rules and agendas, is quick on the uptake Forthright : is direct and open in all dealings, gets to the heart of the matter, acts without pretense or guile, is straightforward and no-nonsense, can be candid when necessary Witty : has a delightful sense of humor, diffuses awkward situations with a funny remark, never takes anything too seriously, laughs at everything, including him or herself Experienced : has seen and done it all, has strength due to life's hard knocks, is free of self-righteous judgments, has realistic expectations	Kunti, uses her mind to counter hostile environment in Hastinapur and brings up her kids in safety. or Satayavati
KING	Intellectual : is comfortable in the world of the mind, uses thought creatively, grasps information quickly and completely, inspires and challenges through ideas, ably carries out research, is knowledgeable Analytical : cuts through confusion and mental fog, applies reason and logic, is talented with games and other mental challenges, easily breaks up complicated subjects, is adept at argument and debate, understands a problem quickly Articulate : is adept at language and verbal skills, communicates ideas successfully, is a stimulating conversationalist, often serves as a group spokesperson, is a lucid writer and speaker Just : renders honest, insightful judgments, understands and honors all sides of an issue, is concerned about truth and fairness, views situations with a dispassionate eye, is impartial and objective Ethical : is a moral/ethical leader, encourages high standards, works against corruption and dishonesty, takes the high road in all dealings, lives by his or her highest principles.	Yudhsithira, Dharmaraj, the final institution in Wisdom, Justice and Truth.