Major Arcana · № XI
Justice: Tarot Card Meaning
Justice
Author: Max Raputum, Warsaw
- fairness
- cause and effect
- honesty
- balance
Meaning of the Justice card upright
Justice sits with a sword in one hand and scales in the other, looking straight at you. This is the card of cause and effect: every action leads to a result. It asks for an honest, impartial assessment of facts, including your own part in the situation.
Justice reversed
- injustice
- avoiding responsibility
- bias
Reversed, Justice points to unfairness, bias, dishonesty or attempts to avoid the consequences. A decision may be delayed or unjust. Ask yourself where you are looking at the facts selectively.
Justice in love and relationships
In love it means an honest conversation, equality and fair terms in a relationship. Mutual responsibility is the base. Reversed, one-sidedness, hidden resentments or a partner who dodges accountability.
Justice in work and finances
At work this is a contract, legal matters, an audit or a fair assessment of your contribution. Study the paperwork carefully. Reversed, an unfair decision or a breach of agreements.
Advice from Justice
Look at the situation as an outsider would, and take responsibility for your share.
Symbolism of the Justice card
The scales weigh facts and the sword cuts through illusions, both are impartial. The red robe and the crown with a square are an authority based on law. The veil behind her hides what is still to be revealed.
Justice in a yes or no reading
In yes or no spreads, Justice upright reads as “maybe” and reversed as “maybe”. The answer comes from the general meaning of the card (fairness, cause and effect), so always take the wording of the question and the neighbouring cards into account. Try a yes or no reading.
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Frequently asked questions about the Justice card
What does the Justice card mean in tarot?
Justice sits with a sword in one hand and scales in the other, looking straight at you. Keywords: fairness, cause and effect, honesty, balance.
What does Justice mean in love and relationships?
In love it means an honest conversation, equality and fair terms in a relationship.
How do I read the reversed Justice card?
Reversed, Justice points to unfairness, bias, dishonesty or attempts to avoid the consequences. Keywords: injustice, avoiding responsibility, bias.
What does the Justice card say about work and money?
At work this is a contract, legal matters, an audit or a fair assessment of your contribution.
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