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The Devil tarot card

The Devil

The Devil

Any habit that's been hard to put down?

If so, there's no need to blame yourself. Simply noticing it can help your heart feel a little lighter.

✦ A word from The Devil

A question for you

What has a hold on me, and what am I getting from it?

EnergyCloudy sky
PaceStep back
Yes / NoNot right now
Things to try todayOne small step · Love · Work · Money

Try this today

Name one draining habit, and just once today, swap it for something different.

Love

It's a good time to notice whether jealousy, possessiveness or worry has tied your heart in knots.

Work & Study

If work has taken over too much of your life, try keeping one hour after work fully your own.

Money & Daily Life

Simply noticing whether any recent purchases were driven by mood can be where change begins.

More about this cardAbout the card · The imagery · FAQ

The Devil is card fifteen of the Major Arcana, and despite its name, it doesn't predict bad things. It helps you look honestly at habits and attachments that are hard to break.

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The Devil original artwork
  1. 1A figure with horns and bat-like wings
  2. 2A torch held pointing downward
  3. 3A person standing with a chain around the neck
  4. 4Chains hanging loose, easy to slip off on your own

Common Questions

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Is the Devil a bad card?It doesn't predict bad things; it helps you notice the habits or attachments that keep a hold on your heart.

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What does the Devil mean reversed?It shows you slowly breaking free from an old habit or a relationship that has been draining you.

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What does the Devil mean in a love reading?Strong attraction, possessiveness or anxiety may be shaking things, so it's a sign to tend to your own heart first.

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