Devil Tarot Card Keywords
Lust, temptation, anger, weakness of character, greed, entrapment, addictive behaviour.
Devil Tarot Card Description
A winged Devil stands on a plinth lording it over two rather sweet looking demons; one male, one female. The two naked demons have some very funky headgear, which seem to be sprouting cuckold’s horns. The Devil and his associates are a combination of creatures attached to human frames.
Upright Meaning
In most readings, the appearance of The Devil suggests you are bound by your fears, beliefs, or a situation that is no longer good for you. Like the two figures chained to the plinth, you seem to be trapped. The question is, who has laid the snare? The answer is simple, ultimately, no-one but yourself. You may have been ensnared by your own outdated stereotypes and this has stopped you recognizing the qualities and skills of those around you. The Devil also suggests that you do not know the truth or that you have been deceived in some way. You need to be sure you are not compromising you morals or values, although you might need to take time out to reassess your beliefs, viewpoints and goals. It could be that you also need to work out if the values you hold are truly yours, or have you unquestioningly inherited them from your family or society in general? If love is the question, but The Devil is the answer, you need to do some serious soul searching. Are you attracted to a special someone or their extra-special bank balance? Does your heart skip a beat when you see them, or is it simply the desire to soothe a stirring in your loins? It may be that peer pressure or someone dear to you is encouraging you to act in a way you would normally find morally questionable. If so, you should consider finding some new companions. The Devil emphasizes the fact that you need to be aware of your actions and their results for yourself and those around you.
Reversed Meaning
In its reversed form, The Devil’s meaning does not change dramatically from its upright reading, except that the feelings it engenders are more extreme. Reversed, The Devil still shows that you are trapped, either in an awkward situation, by the company of people who are a malign influence, or by emotions and desires which cloud your judgement. Yet, the very intensity of this situation is also its saving grace. Frustrated and miserable, you are more likely to take matters into your own hands and take action to rectify the situation. Whenever this happens, you will break free and use your energies to move towards more positive goals.
Past
It’s extremely unlikely that this card refers to a physical death, but there have been some big changes in your life. How have you dealt with them? Have you been worried by change and been too frightened to explore the new possibilities it brings? Perhaps you feel confused about what will happen next. Relax, everything is fine.
Present
Don’t worry. This is not as bad as you think! This has nothing to do with physical death. It suggests you’re going through changes. The question is how to implement them, you might want to change a relationship or make a career move, but you’re concerned about the consequences. Whatever you decide, standing still is not an option.
Future
Don’t panic, this card does not mean you’re going to die. Actually, life is going to be very busy for you. You’re entering a period of change. This might be a career change, moving home, or changes in your love life. Remember, as one door closes, another will swing open. So, be prepared to explore the future with gusto.
Devil Tarot Card Keywords
Lust, temptation, anger, weakness of character, greed, entrapment, addictive behaviour.
Devil Tarot Card Description
A winged Devil stands on a plinth lording it over two rather sweet looking demons; one male, one female. The two naked demons have some very funky headgear, which seem to be sprouting cuckold’s horns. The Devil and his associates are a combination of creatures attached to human frames.
Upright Meaning
In most readings, the appearance of The Devil suggests you are bound by your fears, beliefs, or a situation that is no longer good for you. Like the two figures chained to the plinth, you seem to be trapped. The question is, who has laid the snare? The answer is simple, ultimately, no-one but yourself. You may have been ensnared by your own outdated stereotypes and this has stopped you recognizing the qualities and skills of those around you. The Devil also suggests that you do not know the truth or that you have been deceived in some way. You need to be sure you are not compromising you morals or values, although you might need to take time out to reassess your beliefs, viewpoints and goals. It could be that you also need to work out if the values you hold are truly yours, or have you unquestioningly inherited them from your family or society in general? If love is the question, but The Devil is the answer, you need to do some serious soul searching. Are you attracted to a special someone or their extra-special bank balance? Does your heart skip a beat when you see them, or is it simply the desire to soothe a stirring in your loins? It may be that peer pressure or someone dear to you is encouraging you to act in a way you would normally find morally questionable. If so, you should consider finding some new companions. The Devil emphasizes the fact that you need to be aware of your actions and their results for yourself and those around you.
Reversed Meaning
In its reversed form, The Devil’s meaning does not change dramatically from its upright reading, except that the feelings it engenders are more extreme. Reversed, The Devil still shows that you are trapped, either in an awkward situation, by the company of people who are a malign influence, or by emotions and desires which cloud your judgement. Yet, the very intensity of this situation is also its saving grace. Frustrated and miserable, you are more likely to take matters into your own hands and take action to rectify the situation. Whenever this happens, you will break free and use your energies to move towards more positive goals.
