The Devil
The Devil represents falling under hypnotic illusions and false realities that lead us astray from truth. Like a serpent's mesmerizing gaze, we follow deceptive paths that seem comfortable but ultimately trap us in darkness. This card signals imbalance and the need for courage to face deep problems that are slowly destroying our sanity. Breaking free from these illusions requires acknowledging where we truly stand, even if the harsh truth brings confusion and discomfort.
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The Serpent's Hypnotic Allure
The serpent blends with the forest floor, hypnotizing and enticing with its glittering eyes. Against all reason, you will follow through thick undergrowth, led by the strange charm of the serpent's eyes, and won't even notice how they lead you into a dead end.
Lost in Deception
Having succumbed to deception, you may soon become completely lost in the dark and silent forest. There are many reasons to follow false realities. Most often it's simply convenient: life is not surprising, but comfortable.
The Comfort of Avoidance
Leaving everything as it is is much easier than facing deep problems head-on, problems that are quietly destroying your sanity. The Devil is opposed to Temperance—something has gone out of balance, the equilibrium is disturbed, but the person lacks the courage or character to solve the problem.
Breaking Free from Illusion
Breaking free from the serpent's hypnotic gaze means realizing where you actually are. This can confuse or perplex you. Ask yourself: is it better to live in a distorted world of dreams, avoiding harsh truth?
Visual Description
A narrow vertical card depicts a dense stand of black tree silhouettes set against a deep, blood-red background. Patches of glowing crimson and ember-like orange light than patch the forest floor and the canopy, suggesting heat or smoldering light beyond the trunks. The Roman numeral XV appears at the top and the title "THE DEVIL" is printed at the bottom within a worn blue-black decorative border.
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