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UPRIGHT: Shadow self, attachment, addiction, restriction, sexuality
REVERSED: Releasing limiting beliefs, exploring dark thoughts, detachment
THE DEVIL DESCRIPTION

The Devil card shows Baphomet, or the Horned Goat of Mendes, a creature that is half
man, half goat. Baphomet originally represented the balance between good and evil, male
and female, and human and animal; however, more recently, this figure has been linked to
the occult and has become a scapegoat for all things considered ‘evil’.
The Devil has the wings of a vampire bat, an animal that sucks the lifeblood out of its prey,
symbolic of what happens when you give in to your raw desires. He has a hypnotic stare
which ‘magnetizes’ and entrances those who come near him, bringing them under his
power. Above him is an inverted pentagram – a sign of the darker side of magic and
occultism. He raises his right hand in the Vulcan Salute – a Jewish blessing, later made
famous by the film series, Star Trek. In his left hand, he holds a lit torch.
At the foot of The Devil stand a man and a woman, both naked and chained to the
podium on which The Devil sits. They appear to be held here against their will – but look
closer, and you will notice that the chains around their necks are loose and could be easily
removed. Each has small horns on their head, like the devil’s, a sign that they are
becoming increasingly like him the longer they stay here. Both have tails, a further symbol
of their animalistic tendencies and raw instincts, and the grapes and the fire on their
respective tails signify pleasure and lust.
NOTE: The Tarot card meaning description is based on the Rider Waite cards.
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The Devil card represents your shadow (or darker) side and the negative forces that
constrain you and hold you back from being the best version of yourself. You may be at
the effect of negative habits, dependencies, behaviors, thought patterns, relationships,
and addictions. You have found yourself trapped between the short-term pleasure you
receive and the longer-term pain you experience. Just as the Lovers card speaks to duality
and choice, so too does The Devil; however, with The Devil, you are choosing the path of
instant gratification, even if it is at the expense of your long-term well-being. In effect, you
have sold your soul to the devil!
The Devil card often appears when you have been tricked into thinking you have no
control over your shadow self or these negative forces, and that you can never break free
from their hold. You believe you need it and you must have it, even if it means going
against what you know to be right to obtain it. Deep down, though, you know it’s to your
detriment, and you are only doing yourself (and often others) a disservice when you cave
in to these lower needs and desires. To break free of these negative patterns, you need to
acknowledge the hold they have over you and the impact they are having on your life. For
example, the first step of Alcoholics Anonymous is an admission: “We admitted we were
powerless over alcohol–that our lives had become unmanageable.”
When The Devil shows up in a Tarot reading, see it as an opportunity to bring these
negative influences into your conscious awareness, so you can then take action to free
yourself from their hold. Shine your light on the negative patterns that have been
standing in your way for so long, and over time, you will loosen the grip they have on you.
Given that The Devil is a Major Arcana card, it is unlikely that you will be free from your
addictions and dependencies overnight. It may be a recurring pattern for you, and it will
take a tremendous amount of willpower and strength to free yourself from their influence.
But know this: it IS possible, and it is up to you to make it happen.
On the positive side, The Devil can also show a powerful attachment between two people,
such as a mum and her newborn, or a new romance still in its ‘honeymoon phase’. Be
careful though, because with The Devil card, this healthy attachment can turn into an
unhealthy, co-dependent relationship if you lose connection with your inner guidance or
don’t protect your personal boundaries.
The Devil can also represent sexuality and your wild side. You may be exploring bondage,
fetishes and your deepest, darkest fantasies. If you can do this within a safe, sacred space,
it can be a very enriching experience. However, it has the potential to turn into something
that may be unsafe or detrimental to your well-being in the long-term, so again, set clear
boundaries, choose your partners wisely, and have your ‘safe words’ ready to go.
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The Devil Reversed
The Devil Reversed can often appear when you are on the verge of a break-through or an
up-levelling. You are being called to your highest potential, but first, you must let go of any
unhealthy attachments or limiting beliefs that may hold you back. Often, when you are
called to something ‘more’, you must deal with your shadows before you can step into this
new version of yourself. It may be an addiction, unhealthy relationships, or a disengaging
career. Let go of fear and release any self-imposed limiting beliefs standing in the way of
your growth. It is easier than you realize.
The Devil Reversed calls on you to confront your inner fears and anxieties to free yourself
from the chains that bind you to your limiting beliefs and unhealthy attachments.
Eliminate those things you know are harmful to you and your inner psyche. It may be
about creating a healthier diet, watching less television, quitting smoking, spending more
time with your loved ones, or focusing more on your goals. Take this opportunity to bring
about positive change in your life by staying focused on the ultimate goal of freedom.
The Devil card can also appear in a reversal when you are going into your deepest, darkest
places – whether or not you are ready. When you take this path consciously, you do so
with strength, confidence and courage. You seek to understand your innermost shadows
so you can either release them or integrate them into your life in a more constructive way.
When you do it unconsciously, or with resistance, it can be very confronting as you may
begin to realize you are very different from who you thought you were. You may enter a
period of anxiety or depression, or experiencing dark thoughts you struggle to
understand. If this resonates, then please seek out a trained therapist to help you work
through this time.
The Devil Reversed may also be a sign you are hiding your deepest, darkest self from
others, keeping it a secret. You may have thoughts, fantasies, addictions, or habits that
you don’t want others to know because you feel embarrassed or ashamed. But
sometimes, holding onto the secrets can contribute to a growing level of guilt, and you
may feel a sense of relief if you can share your darker self with at least one trusted
individual. There is also a need to accept who you are and forgive yourself for the thoughts
you have. Of course, if you are at risk of harming yourself or others, please seek
professional help immediately.
Finally, The Devil Reversed invites you to practice the Buddhist principle of detachment, a
state in which you overcome your attachment to the desire for things, people or concepts
of the world, and free yourself from any restrictions. It doesn’t mean you don’t care for
people or things; you release your dependence on them. You may also find that a cord-
cutting visualization helps to release any unhealthy attachments to others, especially
when The Devil Reversed appears in a Tarot reading.
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