The Devil
The Devil is card 15 of the Major Arcana in the Rider–Waite tarot. Key themes: Temptation, Bondage, Materialism, Addiction.
- Temptation
- Bondage
- Materialism
- Addiction
Upright Meaning
There is a possibility that you are currently tied to a temptation or an oppressive situation, so it looks like a time when you should step away from those fetters. A process of recognizing the restrictions that bind you and regaining your lost freedom seems necessary.
Reversed Meaning
It seems to be a time of breaking away from the bondage that tied you down or gradually overcoming persistent temptation. It reads as a flow of shaking off the suppressed mind and gradually regaining your natural freedom.
Love & Relationships
Upright It appears you are currently being swayed by an intense temptation that is hard to control rationally. It seems to be a situation where you are falling deeply despite knowing it is a somewhat risky relationship, or where physical attraction is playing a major role.
Reversed It appears you are gradually stepping away from the temptation that swayed you and finding peace of mind at present. It seems to be a positive flow of slowly letting go of unnecessary desires or obsessions and calmly sorting out the relationship for yourself.
Love Advice
Rational judgment seems to be sensing a warning signal from within already. While it is important to honestly acknowledge your own desires, it seems necessary to calmly consider the weight of the consequences and responsibilities that the choice might bring.
Future Outlook
Upright It is expected to be a flow where you gradually step away from unnecessary temptations or frustrating bondage in the near future. It seems you will be able to calmly clear up the suppressed situation and gradually regain your original freedom.
Reversed It is expected that you will soon be able to break away from the bondage that tied you down or gradually overcome persistent temptation. A positive flow of shaking off the frustrating situation and gradually regaining your natural freedom is anticipated.
Meditation & Reflection
Take a moment to reflect on the message this card offers. Feel it with your heart, not your head, and ask yourself what you truly need right now.