The Devil tarot card meaning
Major Arcana XV. The Devil shows the chains we put on ourselves: habits, attachments and fears. Look closely and the chains are often loose enough to slip off.
Upright keywords
temptationhabitsattachmentmaterialism
Reversed keywords
releasebreaking freereclaiming power
| Yes or no | No |
| Love | Intense attraction or an unhealthy pattern worth examining. |
| Work & money | Watch overspending and burnout. Question the golden handcuffs. |
The Devil reversed
Reversed, you are breaking free from something that has held you back. Keep going.
The Wispling take: Temptation · Habits · Playful indulgence
The imp is offering unlimited candy. The chains are made of candy too, and look how loose they are. You can wander off any time you like.
Journal prompt: Which sweet habit is worth a second look?
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This card comes from the Haunted Arcana deck by Wispling Press: spooky-cute Major Arcana cards you can print, cut and colour.
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