Justice
Honesty & faith
Harmony, Equilibrium, Success
Daughter of the Lord of Truth
Laser eyed Justice peers over the scales of balance with a perfectly balanced sword.
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Interpretation
Justice is the card of Balance, where harmony is restored and clarity achieved. It is the card of legal victory, of equality and of right prevailing over wrong. But justice is a double-edged sword, and if you are in the wrong you will have to back down to restore balance.
You have been invited through the veil.
Here in the inner sanctum your inner truth is revealed. The keys unlock your authentic self. The book holds all the details of your journey.
I held the keys & understood the
symbols. The curtain to the
temple parted & there she sat
demanding truth, her sword &
scales perfectly balanced.
What is your truth?
Do not repeat experience. What have you learnt?
We are set firmly in what is happening to us right now. Understand how the past has brought us to this moment. If we allow her, Justice will reveal clarity & insight around our alternate futures.
Libra is the astrological energy here. The scales are balance, your actions will be weighed.
The steel blade is sharp & accurate, are you really ready to cut away the baggage?
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Honour the past, be sure to truly live in the present. The future is the one for me, the excitement of the unknown, stepping out of the comfort zone just a little, that’s the one that makes my heart race.
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Justice Tarot Card More Details
Imagine standing before a figure who sees every angle of your choices, not with judgment, but with unwavering fairness. That’s Justice in the tarot deck—a card that calls you to weigh your actions against your values. If you’re facing a tough decision, navigating a conflict, or wondering how past events shape your now, this card steps in as your guide. It speaks directly to those moments when you need to align your path with what feels right, deep down.In my years as a tarot reader, I’ve pulled Justice for clients on the brink of major shifts: a career crossroads, a strained partnership, or even a quiet reckoning with old habits. One woman, mid-divorce, drew it upright and found the strength to advocate for herself without bitterness. The card didn’t promise an easy win, but it did highlight the power of owning her role in the story. For you, it might do the same—urging a look at where imbalance creeps in and how to restore equilibrium.
The Symbolism of Justice
Justice sits as the eleventh Major Arcana card, often depicted as a robed woman holding a sword in one hand and scales in the other. The scales represent impartiality; they tip based on facts, not favoritism. The sword cuts through illusions, delivering verdicts with precision. In the Rider-Waite-Smith tradition, which influences most decks, she wears a red cloak over a green tunic, red for the passion of truth-seeking, green for the growth that follows honest reflection.Crown or halo above her head? That’s a nod to divine authority, reminding us that true justice transcends human flaws. Pillars in the background frame her, symbolizing stability amid chaos. Astrologically, Justice links to Libra, the sign of partnerships and harmony, ruled by Venus. This connection emphasizes fairness in relationships and the art of compromise.From my deck, the one I crafted years ago, her eyes laser-focused on the scales, as if daring you to tamper with the weights. Symbols like these aren’t random; they invite you to question: What am I carrying that’s too heavy? What needs to drop for the scales to even out?
Upright Justice: When Fairness Takes the Lead
Pull Justice upright, and the universe nudges you toward accountability. This position highlights themes of truth, cause and effect, and ethical decisions. You’re likely dealing with a situation where consequences catch up, perhaps a contract signing, a mediation, or an internal audit of your choices.Key meanings include:
- Truth Unveiled: Expect revelations that demand honesty. A hidden detail in your work project surfaces, or a conversation clears the air in a friendship.
- Legal or Moral Resolution: Courts, contracts, or karmic balances favor the just path. If you’ve acted with integrity, outcomes lean positive.
- Balanced Judgment: Make choices based on logic over emotion. In relationships, it might mean setting boundaries that protect both parties.
Reversed Justice: The Scales Tip Toward Delay
When Justice flips reversed, the energy shifts to imbalance or avoidance. The sword might feel blunt, the scales uneven, signalling a need to address what’s been ignored. Common themes: injustice faced, self-deception, or postponed reckonings.Interpretations often cover:
- Dishonesty or Indecision: You or someone close dodges responsibility. Procrastination on a bill leads to penalties, or bias clouds a group decision.
- Unfair Outcomes: Legal hurdles drag on, or personal betrayals sting without closure. It warns against playing victim without self-examination.
- Restoring Equilibrium: The reversal isn’t doom; it’s a prompt to realign. Forgive where possible, but don’t excuse harm.
Justice in Love, Career, and Everyday Choices
Tarot thrives on context, so let’s ground Justice in real scenarios. Who reads this? Spiritual seekers pondering “Should I stay or go?” in a romance, or professionals asking “Is this job ethical?” These questions fuel my readings, and Justice answers with unflinching insight.
In Relationships
Upright, it fosters equitable bonds, think shared chores in a household or mutual apologies after a row. Reversed? Imbalances show: one partner always concedes, resentment builds.
In Career and Finances
Expect audits or negotiations. Upright signals promotions through merit; reversed cautions against shady deals.
Health and Personal Growth
Justice urges holistic checks, mental, physical, emotional. Upright: Therapy yields breakthroughs. Reversed: Ignoring symptoms worsens them. Pair it with self-care rituals, like weekly reflections on progress.These applications solve core pains: How do I decide without regret? What if fairness feels elusive? By weaving in my experiences, like guiding a client through a reversed Justice career pivot that landed her dream role, the card becomes a tool, not just a symbol.
Step Into Justice: A Guided Reflection
Ever wish you could walk the card’s path? In my custom deck, Justice invites that very journey. Picture parting a veil, keys in hand, entering a sanctum where your truths unfold. The book before her logs every step of your road, past lessons shaping this instant, futures branching from honest pivots. Join me in this two-minute immersion: Close your eyes, hold the card (or visualise it). Feel the scales’ weight. What tips them? My “Tarot Rehab” series revives these moments from my early deck creations, unlocking symbols forgotten in the rush of life. It’s not prediction; it’s provocation, pushing you to live the present fully, honour the past without chains, and embrace the unknown’s pull. For a quick start, try this three-card draw: Past (what led here), Present (current balance), Future (path forward). It races my heart every time, revealing untapped potentials.
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Justice doesn’t just interpret life; it equips you to navigate it. Explore free spreads on my site—the Fortune Telling Machine or Talking Tarot—for immediate revelations. Or book a session with one of our skilled readers: Paul O’Mara for intuitive phone insights, or specialists in love and career guidance. Let’s tip those scales together.Follow the journey: Instagram | Facebook
Frequently Asked Questions About Justice
What does Justice mean in a yes/no tarot reading?
Typically yes for matters of fairness or truth, but only if you’ve approached it with integrity. Reversed leans no, advising pause.
Typically yes for matters of fairness or truth, but only if you’ve approached it with integrity. Reversed leans no, advising pause.
How does Justice relate to Libra energy?
As Libra’s card, it amplifies diplomacy and aesthetics in decisions, perfect for artists or mediators weighing creative vs. practical needs.
As Libra’s card, it amplifies diplomacy and aesthetics in decisions, perfect for artists or mediators weighing creative vs. practical needs.
Can Justice predict legal outcomes?
It suggests favorable resolutions when upright, based on merit. Though tarot complements, not replaces, advice.
It suggests favorable resolutions when upright, based on merit. Though tarot complements, not replaces, advice.
What’s the difference between Justice and The Wheel of Fortune?
Justice focuses on earned balance through actions; The Wheel spins random cycles. Together, they remind: Plant good seeds for better turns.
Justice focuses on earned balance through actions; The Wheel spins random cycles. Together, they remind: Plant good seeds for better turns.
How can I use Justice for daily decision-making?
Meditate on it before choices, visualise the sword slicing doubts.
Meditate on it before choices, visualise the sword slicing doubts.
