Raised sword
Clarity of thought and resolve. The sword cuts away lies and leaves only the facts.
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Major Arcana · XI
Justice Tarot Card Meaning
Justice is a card of truth, balance and consequences. Every action gets a response, and now is the time for an honest assessment. The card advises making balanced decisions and taking responsibility for your actions.
Upright
- justice
- honesty
- balance
- responsibility
- law
Reversed
- injustice
- dishonesty
- bias
- dodging responsibility
- a decision against you
Yes or no
It depends on you
The answer is “yes” if you acted honestly and by the rules. If not, Justice will bring the consequences back to you.
Ask the cards your own question →- Number
- XI
- Element
- Air
- Astrology
- Libra
Card symbolism in our deck
On the card in Heinrich Pangrau’s deck, a crowned woman sits on a throne between columns. In one hand she holds a raised sword, in the other a pair of scales. Four-pointed stars surround her, and behind her is a lunar disk.
Scales
Balance and a well-weighed decision. Each side gets its due.
Crown
The authority of law and reason, which stands above personal likes and dislikes.
Throne between columns
Stability and order. The decision is not made on emotion.
Lunar disk and stars
Justice sees what is hidden as well. What is secret comes to light.
Justice meaning
Justice upright is a time of honesty and consequences. You get what you have earned: if you acted rightly, the outcome will be in your favor.
The card often points to legal matters, contracts and official decisions. It advises relying on facts rather than emotions and taking responsibility for your choices.
Justice reversed
Justice reversed is an unfair decision, bias, deception. You may feel you have been treated unfairly.
Another meaning is dodging responsibility. A person does not want to admit their part in the situation and shifts the blame onto others.
Justice in love, work, money and health
Love and relationships
Upright An honest, equal relationship in which both partners invest equally. Possibly making the union official.
Reversed Inequality in the couple, resentment, a feeling that you give more than you get.
Feelings This person takes you seriously and thinks things through. They do not act on impulse but weigh whether you are right for each other.
Work and career
Upright Signing contracts, fair recognition of your work, success in legal matters.
Reversed Unfair treatment by management, disputes, problems with paperwork.
Money
Upright Income and expenses in balance, debts repaid, a fair deal.
Reversed Financial disputes, fines, dishonest partners. Read contracts carefully.
Health
Upright Balance in the body. It helps to put your daily routine and diet in order.
Reversed The consequences of overload and an unhealthy lifestyle.
Justice as a person
As a person, Justice is honest, principled and level-headed. A lawyer, a judge, an analyst. Values rules and cannot stand lies.
The card’s advice
Upright Be honest with yourself and others. Base your decisions on facts.
Reversed Own your share of the responsibility: it is the first step toward setting things right.
Card of the Day
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Justice as the card of the day
A day for honest conversations, paperwork and well-weighed decisions.
Combinations with other cards
- Justice + JudgementA final decision, taking stock.
- Justice + The EmperorLaw, authority, official institutions.
- Justice + The LoversA well-weighed choice in love, marriage.
- Justice + King of SwordsA lawyer, a judge, an impartial adviser.
- Justice + Six of PentaclesA fair division of money, an honest exchange.
- Justice + Seven of SwordsDeception will come to light, dishonesty will be punished.
Frequently asked questions about Justice
Is Justice a yes or no card?
“Yes” if you acted honestly. Otherwise the card will bring the consequences back to you.
What does Justice mean in a relationship?
An equal and honest relationship, sometimes an official union.
What does Justice reversed mean?
Injustice, bias or dodging responsibility.
What kind of person is Justice?
An honest, principled person: a lawyer, a judge, an analyst.
What does Justice mean as the card of the day?
A day for honest conversations and decisions based on facts.