The Five of Swords represents conflict, disagreement, separation, and defeat. This card usually shows up when someone is trying to manipulate you into doing something that will hurt you in the long term. Therefore, be wary of people who say one thing, do another, and then blame you when they don’t get the result they were hoping for.
This card could also present a person who has acted recklessly and has created enemies as a result. When you see the Five of Swords, realize that you created this situation yourself. Take responsibility and look at your actions that have led to this mess – do the best you can to make up for it now. If possible, try to avoid the same choices in the future because if it happens again, the consequences will be even worse. You’ll get what you deserve.