The Devil Tarot Card

The Devil Tarot Card shows that the Devil represented in his most beastly form. Along with being half goat and half man, this card has bat wings and an unpleasant /cruel expression on his face. He is standing on a pedestal, to which are chained a man and woman, as if to show that he has control over them.

Both the man and the woman have horns, as if to show that the more time they spend with the Devil, the less human they become. The Devil has taken them into captivity, signified by the chains attaching them to this card. The man has a flame on his tail while the woman has a bowl of grapes on her tail, which symbolizes their addiction to power and finer things in life, respectively. Looking closely, both the man and the woman don’t look happy. Their individual power has been taken from them, leaving them exposed and ashamed of their own self.

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The Devil: Description

In a general context, The Devil Tarot card can signify depression or addiction. It can also be a sign of feeling trapped or restricted. With this Major Arcana card in your Tarot spread you may feel as though outside influences or forces beyond your control are restricting you, leaving you feeling powerless and victimized. However, this is the illusion The Devil creates.

You are not constrained by anything save your own thoughts and actions; you are master of your own fate. Keep on and don't cede your authority. You don't have to put up with abuse, manipulation, criticism, or negativity from others. No matter how bad things appear on the surface, there are always options and constructive things you can do to improve your circumstances. In the same way, pay attention to how you treat other people and ensure that you are not attempting to dominate or manipulate any of the individuals in your life.

Love Relationships (Upright)

The Devil can be a sign of feeling trapped in a relationship by either of the parties involved. It may indicate a loss of freedom and being too involved in the relationship. You feel like you have forgotten yourself. The Devil shows that this level of codependency is unhealthy.

You and your partner should take a step back and try to rediscover some interests outside the relationship. If you feel trapped in a relationship because of any form of abuse, remember you can free yourself of this situation.Also, don’t let the Devil make you feel powerless and worthless if you are single. This is not a good time for getting into a relationship.

Career Finances (Upright)

When it comes to your profession, The Devil upright in your Tarot reading can mean that you feel stuck in a position you detest. Again, even if it doesn't feel like it, you are in charge of your own life. Consider what you truly want out of your profession, and if you need to make a change, take it. If you choose to continue working at a job you detest, keep in mind that this is a decision you are making. This card may also represent a dishonest coworker or someone in a professional setting who might be attempting to harm you. Be cautious who you put your trust in; this individual will make you smile profusely while secretly putting a knife in your back.

The Devil in financial matters means that although finances will be tight, there is more you may be doing for yourself. Keep an eye on your spending! When This card appears in your Tarot spread, things can quickly spiral out of control. Additionally, abstain from all forms of gaming and rash or risky investments.

Health (Upright)

In a health context, The Devil can indicate poor health that has been a result of your own harmful behavior such as drug addiction, alcoholism or compulsive overeating. It is also an indicator of mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, bipolar, schizophrenia etc. If you feel like you have a mental health problem, please do not look at the cards to diagnose you, seek the help of a mental health professional. The Devil upright in a health context can also indicate a silent illness like high blood pressure.

Love Relationships (Reversed)

If you are in a relationship, The Devil Tarot card reversed can indicate that you and your partner may have been feeling stuck in a rut or felt like the relationship was on its way out but you have started to come out the other side of this. It can also be an indicator of a close call, one of you may have come close to doing something that would have irreparably damaged your relationship (e.g. an affair or infidelity) but decided to honor your relationship instead.

If you have been in an abusive relationship, you may be beginning to realize that you deserve better and to take back your power. The influence your abusive partner once had over you may be lessening as you start to realize that you have choices and there is help out there for you. If you are single, The Devil reversed can indicate a close call with the type of negative, abusive or dangerous person described in the upright meaning.

Career Finances (Reversed)

Regarding your job, The Devil Reversed indicates that you are ready to start making the changes you need to take in order to reach your desired destination since you are becoming increasingly conscious of how your actions and decisions have shaped your current situation.

You may have been stuck in your career because of financial limitations, an excessive concentration on achieving materialistic objectives or status, but now that you have a clearer perspective of the bigger picture, you are beginning to refocus on the things in life that will truly bring you happiness and fulfillment. Don't let the comfort or financial stability of your previous habits tempt you to revert to them; instead, take use of your renewed drive.

Health (Reversed)

In a health Tarot spread, The Devil reversed is a positive indicator as it indicates letting go of unhealthy habits and treading on the road to good health and recovery from unhealthy patterns so if you have suffered from any sort of addiction, you may well be getting the strength to overcome it. Stay strong and focused. It can also signify that you are starting to overcome mental or physical illnesses such as stress, anxiety and any mental health issues that may have been causing issues in the past. You have to keep moving forward no matter what.