Swords are associated with reason, thought, logic, will, courage, verbal skill, matters pertaining to the mind and survival in the world and the element of air. Knights represent pure energy, focused and active, protection, strength, ambition and questing. This is the warrior knight, the Templar knight, who fought for ideals and beliefs. He is a fierce fighter but is cautious to plan well before he enters battle. He prefers strategy over bloodshed. He represents courage and youthful energy.  I see this card as representing you - youthful, energetic, full of confidence but also intelligent and able to communicate well - someone who can slay dragons if necessary. 

Gail Fairfield:  Being deeply committed to acting out your philosophical ideals in your daily lifestyle; getting so caught up in your daily routine that everything else recedes in importance; being completely focused on your intellect and using mind and ideas; having a strong desire to express what you think and being intent on communicating those ideas to others.

Janina Renee:  You need to be your own advocate.  You are urged to take a stand on an idea or cause that's important to you, or on an issue or situation that has major impact on your life.  This card advises you to take timely action to intervene in a crisis.  This is not a time for doubt or hesitation.  Don't wait around in hope that someone else will do the job.  This card may also signify a need to confront someone regarding the matter in question.  You should arm yourself by being well prepared, so have all of your facts straight.  This confrontation may also require having all of your paperwork in order. 

I love looking at the Prince of Swords from Wheel of Change.  He looks like a sword dancer - someone whose grace and skill allows him to engage in a dangerous dance without any harm to himself.  There is a mesmerizing beauty in his pose - we are captives of the moment holding our breath and waiting to see if he will survive this dangerous dance.  He almost appears to be one with the sword he holds.  The Son of Swords is a more sedate figure.  He stands in the middle of a field, nude except for his cloak and headdress, and carrying a bird in his left hand.  He looks over his shoulder at a open chest in the distance.  I get the sense of someone moving forward while still being aware of the past.

From both of these cards I get a sense of balance and blending.  The sword dancer on the Wheel of Change card reminds me that it is important to blend caution and intellect with passionate action and energy.  It must be focused and directed in order to be its most effective.  The Son of Swords reminds us that although we always move forward that does not mean we should not appreciate and consider past events and their impact on our lives.  I should be careful not to get lost in the past but I shouldn't ignore it's influence either.