The Devil
Keywords: Negativity, Materialism, Inner Demons
Today we have the Devil. Not a pretty card, but one of warning I think. Time to face those inner demons, and deal with them. At least START dealing with them. Don't let them continue to run wild in the dark, where they can grow and become stronger. Bring them to the light and examine them, and then deal with them.
In traditional decks the imagery is of two people with chains around their necks, however the chains are quite loose and they can easily slip those chains off if they want. Is comfortable where you are? Is that really what's best for you???
The card’s background is dark and bleak. There is no sign of light, the Devil dwells in the realm of shadow. Exploring your shadows and confronting your inner demons is crucial, because it’s when they are left to roam freely in the dark that they cause real issues. By bringing these parts of yourself to the light, you can learn to accept, heal and integrate them.
The goat’s feet are surrounded by orange and red flames, yet he does not burn. This tricky, treacherous fellow can walk through fire (maybe he’s even the one conjuring the blaze). He looks as though he wants to lure others with his wily ways. We’ve come to associate the force we call “the devil” with addiction, enslavement, and negative patterns. Once you become aware this energy is at work, you can begin to free ourselves.
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