The Devil Tarot Card Meaning
The Devil · Le Diable · Major Arcana XV
- NumberXV
- ElementCapricorn
- Yes / NoNo
- UprightAttachment, Temptation, Bondage
The Devil upright meaning
The Devil is attachment and temptation — the chains you can, in fact, remove. It reveals unhealthy patterns, dependencies, or the pull of the material.
The Devil reversed meaning
Reversed, breaking free, reclaiming power, and releasing what binds you. Awareness loosens the chains.
The Devil in love & relationships
Intensity, passion, or unhealthy patterns — obsession over intimacy. Notice what truly binds you.
The Devil in career & money
A material focus, feeling trapped in a role, or a golden-handcuffs situation. You have more choice than it seems.
Symbolism
A horned figure looms over two loosely chained captives — bondage that is mostly self-imposed.
The Devil combinations
Meaning shifts with the cards beside it. Open the combination lookup →
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Frequently asked questions
Is The Devil a yes or no card?
The Devil leans No in a yes/no reading.
What does The Devil mean in love?
Intensity, passion, or unhealthy patterns — obsession over intimacy. Notice what truly binds you.
What does The Devil reversed mean?
Reversed, breaking free, reclaiming power, and releasing what binds you. Awareness loosens the chains.