Tarot card "Devil": the meaning of a straight and inverted card

2024 Author: Miguel Ramacey | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-12-17 06:11

How often do we see this monster with goat horns when laying out Tarot cards. "Devil" - the personification of hell and death - frightens and frightens. He does not bode well during fortune-telling either. The card has a negative meaning and promises continuous trouble in the future.

Description

The representative of the Major Arcana, the fifteenth in a row, is the "Devil". The tarot, whose layout changes depending on the position of the cards, associates human fears and vices with this mythical figure. The picture usually shows a huge black figure of Satan sitting on a throne. The royal place has the shape of a cube, which symbolizes the power of an evil force that spreads its influence over the world of living people. The monster has a goat's head - a sign of tyranny, and a pentagram flaunts in the middle of the forehead, which indicates a destructive principle descending into the material world.

The body of the lord of darkness is decorated with wool - the embodiment of animal nature. The wings of a bat, which flaunt from behind, are interpreted as a demonic essence, a bloodthirsty nature. In his hand the monster holds a torch - this is the flame of the wickedhuman temptations and passions that corrode not only the physical shell, but also the soul, heart, mind. Next to Satan are a naked man and woman. They are chained: they can throw them off, but they do not. The couple symbolizes the human race, which voluntarily, succumbing to temptation, binds itself to everything material. Chains are a symbol of false choice.

Card upright

What does the “Devil” rolled out in the Tarot reading mean? In the upright position, it represents to us the whole negative side of human consciousness: self-interest, commercialism, self-deception, dependence, weak will, doom, as well as violence, anger and destruction. Sometimes the card is interpreted as a surge of necessary strength to deal with troubles that suddenly fell on your head. But in most cases, this is a trap that a fortuneteller can fall into through the fault of the malicious intent of others or due to circumstances. This is due to pernicious passion, low desires that overshadow consciousness.

The card often falls to those people who are very concerned about their material well-being. It symbolizes attachment to money, dependence on profit. Such individuals are in captivity of instincts. "Devil" serves as a warning: you need to get rid of such character traits - craving for we alth, power and unholy physical intimacy. Otherwise, they will lead to death.

Inverted "Devil"

If the card is placed upside down, how does this change the interpretation of the Tarot? "Devil" inverted, unlike the othersrepresentatives of the magic deck, retains the value. It is all the same devastation, mental weakness, evil fate, addiction, failure of intentions, pettiness and resignation to fate. A person who sees Satan in such a position should prepare for illness, a strong blow, an imminent catastrophe that can fall on both professional relationships and personal life, friendships.

The inverted "Devil" indicates bondage, which will surely lead to disappointment, mental disorders and even suicide. Despite all the negativity, the card also has a positive meaning. In some cases, it means strengthening the spirit and will, overcoming fear and doubt, throwing off shackles and destroying obstacles in order to achieve the desired goal. The picture can be interpreted as stiffness, a bad habit that makes a person immobile and prevents him from developing.

Fortune telling on relationships

When dealing with personal life, the “Devil” card in the Tarot has a special interpretation: the meaning is enriched with notes of sensuality. Such a picture is a sign of teasing flirting, insane passion, carnal desires. But this does not mean that the person is already in captivity. Perhaps the card only warns the fortuneteller about the dangers that lie in wait on the way. They can bring chaos to the usual existence, so be careful - do not play with fire! Satan can also indicate treason, betrayal, moral or physical abuse in the family.

When the "Devil" (Tarot) is in the upright position, the meaning in the relationship is: absenceunderstanding and respect between partners. She is a sign of conflicts and quarrels, aggression and baseness of instincts. Perhaps the fortuneteller is highly dependent on the second half: financially, sexually or morally. As for the inverted card, it symbolizes communication fatigue, couple incompatibility, undeserved insults, unnecessary humility and patience.

Schedule for work

When a person fortune-tells about a career with the help of Tarot, the "Devil" can act as a warning. It portends the temptation that you can succumb to in order to reach the top in a dishonest and even criminal way. This may be a bad deed, which is contrary to moral values and spiritual principles. There is a danger of falling into a bad company and being drawn into a "dirty" scam. In this case, the crime can be disguised as a noble cause, painted with rainbow colors and good intentions.

If the "Devil" fell out in a straight position, your beliefs will be tested for strength. Get ready to defend your point of view so as not to stumble on the path to a dream. This may be an offer from a partner to engage in a very profitable, but illegal business. As for the card in an inverted position, it is a symbol of insatiable power, fanaticism and worship of material goods. You can abuse power to climb the corporate ladder. Remember: your goals are false. Better to stop and take another path.

He alth

In a well-being scenario, the card can also describe your lifestyle. If "Devil" fell out, Tarot meaning to himattributes this: addiction to alcohol or drugs. You are "overgrown" with a whole bunch of bad habits and character traits, which makes your existence destructive and miserable. There is a risk of completely losing he alth or catching a sexually transmitted disease. Your main task is to resist this evil. Resist and quickly get rid of vices. Better switch to the cherished desire that haunts you.

The card upside down doesn't really change the meaning. It is still the same immoral way of life, filled with liquor and intoxicants. Tarot in such a situation advises you to stop and look at yourself from the side: who have you become? Is this low being really you? Where is that strong and strong-willed person, able to overcome any obstacles? Grab your head and start a new life. Now is the time to throw off the shackles and change the strategy of behavior.

Situation alignment

If, when divining for a certain event, the Tarot card "Devil" falls out, this means that you are a prisoner of illusions. In striving for a goal, you deceive not only yourself, but also those around you. We are talking about the fact that you are depending on the situation, suggesting to yourself how much you need it and how important it is. Actually, you are wrong. Well, if the card falls out in a straight position. This indicates that events may have a happy outcome. That's just on the way to triumph you will find many disappointments, difficulties and dangers. Is it worth going through them for the sake of an imaginary goal?The choice is yours.

The inverted card, on the contrary, warns against further actions. It is better to abandon plans - this is not yours. You run the risk of investing a huge amount of effort and not succeeding, even the slightest. Precious time, all accumulated capital will be wasted. Better do something else. This is a chance to get things right, to "absorb" new energy and fresh ideas, to receive the blessing of heaven. Your finest hour has not yet come. Relax and get some rest.

Consciousness

The interpretation of the Devil Tarot card in this context indicates that you are currently in an unenlightened state. The activity of the mind is limited, thinking slows down. But do not despair, the card marks a transitional stage in your life. She also warns about rash decisions and reckless actions that you, unknowingly, can do now. No need to act - go underground. "Devil" also indicates that at the current stage, a person holds limited beliefs and false principles. It's time to drop the load and renew your view of the world. Listen to your inner voice: it is he who will direct you to the right path.

The card can symbolize temptation. There is a risk of falling under the influence of others, being enchanted by magic, breaking down under the influence of physical force. The turn of events creates for you a situation of dependence, of blind worship. Sometimes it is even about sadism or masochism. Be carefull. Only you are the master of your destiny, and no one has the right to dictate yourconditions.

Combination with other cards

"Neighbors" in the layout also affect the "Devil" card. The Tarot combination in the Major Arcana is always negative:

• Tendency to bad habits, immoral lifestyle, immoral acts - with "Jester", "Wheel of Fortune", "Temperance", "The Hermit", "Death".
• The presence in life of a negative and bad person manipulating your destiny - with the "Magician", "High Priestess", "Hierophant".
• Shadow income, illegal business, corruption - with "Empress", "Emperor", "Justice", "The Hanged Man", "Tower", "Moon".
• Violence, pernicious passion - with "Chariot", "Lovers", "Power.

On the contrary, the cards "Star", "Sun", "Judgment" and "Peace" slightly soften the negative meaning of the "Devil", indicating a possible hope and a bright ray at the end of the tunnel. As for combinations with the minor arcana, in tandem with virtually all cards, Satan indicates depravity, deceit, intrigues and problems.