The Devil: tarot card meaning
- attachment
- temptation
- dependence
- fear
- materialism
The Devil is card XV of the tarot and means attachment, temptation and the chains that take away your freedom. Often those chains are our own making: a habit, a fear or a relationship. The card says you can break free once you see the chain.
What does The Devil mean upright?
Upright, The Devil means bad habits, too much focus on the material, dependence or a toxic bond. You may feel there is no way out. There is one: the first step is admitting it.
The Devil reversed: what does it mean?
Reversed, The Devil means release: the chains are loosening and you are ready to break free of what held you back. A time to drop a bad habit, end a toxic relationship or overcome a fear.
The Devil in love and relationships
In love, The Devil means strong passion, but also jealousy, control or toxic attachment. Ask yourself whether this relationship strengthens you or drains you. Reversed, it means freeing yourself from a bond that hurt you.
The Devil in career and work
In career, The Devil means a job you stay in only for the money or out of fear. You may feel trapped. Think about what keeps you there and what you could change, even with a small step.
The Devil in money and finances
In money, The Devil means debts, impulsive spending, gambling or too much dependence on money. Avoid get-rich-quick schemes. Time to control spending and plan paying off debts.
The Devil: yes or no?
No No. The Devil is a warning: what you are asking about may bind you more than it makes you happy.
The card's advice
See the chain that holds you. Seeing it is already the start of freedom.