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Major Arcana · XV · combinations

The Devil: Combinations with Other Tarot Cards

In combinations, The Devil adds dependence, temptation, passion or manipulation. Next to it, the neighboring card shows what the person is attached to and what is holding them.

  • temptation
  • addiction
  • passion
  • materialism
  • manipulation
Element
Earth
Astrology
Capricorn
Pairs with the Major Arcana
21

The Devil combined with the suits

Wands

With Wands: obsession with a goal, a gambling streak.

Cups

With Cups: passion, jealousy, codependency.

Swords

With Swords: manipulation, lies, pressure.

Pentacles

With Pentacles: greed, debts, dependence on money.

The Devil and the Major Arcana

  • The Fool

    The Devil + The Fool

    Naivety that can lead into a trap: temptation, dependence, a risky offer. Stay alert.

    In love A passionate affair with no strings attached, or a relationship in which it is easy to lose yourself.

  • The Magician

    The Devil + The Magician

    Manipulation, cunning, using one’s abilities for selfish ends. Be careful with people who are too persuasive.

    In love Seduction, games, manipulation in the relationship.

  • The High Priestess

    The Devil + The High Priestess

    Dark secrets, hidden addictions, forbidden knowledge. Manipulation or a secret affair is possible.

    In love A secret romance, a passion that is kept hidden.

  • The Empress

    The Devil + The Empress

    Abundance that turns into dependence: excess, greed, pleasure without limits.

    In love Passion, attachment, jealousy.

  • The Emperor

    The Devil + The Emperor

    Abuse of power, harsh control, tyranny. Financial or emotional dependence.

    In love Suppression, control and jealousy in the relationship.

  • The Hierophant

    The Devil + The Hierophant

    A false teacher, a cult, dogmas that confine. Hypocrisy and double standards.

    In love A relationship where rules turn into control.

  • The Lovers

    The Devil + The Lovers

    Passion, temptation, dependence in a relationship. A choice made under the sway of temptation.

    In love A passionate affair, infidelity, codependency.

  • The Chariot

    The Devil + The Chariot

    Heading into a trap: dependence, obsession with a goal, control.

    In love Passion, jealousy, a power struggle in the couple.

  • Strength

    The Devil + Strength

    Struggling with temptations and addictions. Victory over passions.

    In love A passion that is hard to control.

  • The Hermit

    The Devil + The Hermit

    Solitude that turns into dependence or withdrawal. Isolation, secret vices.

    In love Loneliness, fear of intimacy.

  • Wheel of Fortune

    The Devil + Wheel of Fortune

    A vicious circle, repeated mistakes. Being at the mercy of circumstances.

    In love A relationship that keeps replaying the same script.

  • Justice

    The Devil + Justice

    Injustice, corruption, foul play. Be careful with contracts.

    In love Dishonesty and manipulation in the relationship.

  • The Hanged Man

    The Devil + The Hanged Man

    Stuck in dependence, a sacrifice that does no good.

    In love Codependency, self-sacrifice.

  • Death

    The Devil + Death

    Freedom from dependence or, on the contrary, a destructive passion. The end of a vicious circle.

    In love The end of a toxic relationship.

  • Temperance

    The Devil + Temperance

    A struggle between moderation and dependence. You need to find balance, or temptation will win.

    In love Trying to keep balance in a passionate relationship.

  • The Tower

    The Devil + The Tower

    Dependence collapses, a painful liberation. A fall that destroys the trap.

    In love Breaking off a toxic relationship.

  • The Star

    The Devil + The Star

    Freedom from addictions, hope for healing.

    In love Leaving an unhealthy relationship for a brighter future.

  • The Moon

    The Devil + The Moon

    Deception, manipulation, fears. A dangerous combination — stay alert.

    In love Lies, jealousy, a toxic relationship.

  • The Sun

    The Devil + The Sun

    Freedom from addictions, joy after a hard period. Sometimes pleasure without limits.

    In love Passion and joy; it is important not to lose your head.

  • Judgement

    The Devil + Judgement

    An awakening, recognizing a dependence, liberation.

    In love Recognizing the toxicity and deciding to change the relationship.

  • The World

    The Devil + The World

    Dependence comes to an end; breaking out of a vicious circle.

    In love Liberation and a new chapter.

The Devil and the Minor Arcana

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Frequently asked questions

What does the combination of The Devil and The Lovers mean?

Passion, temptation, dependence in a relationship. A choice made under the sway of temptation. In love: a passionate affair, infidelity, codependency.

What does the combination of The Devil and Death mean?

Freedom from dependence or, on the contrary, a destructive passion. The end of a vicious circle. In love: the end of a toxic relationship.

What does the combination of The Devil and The Sun mean?

Freedom from addictions, joy after a hard period. Sometimes pleasure without limits. In love: passion and joy; it is important not to lose your head.

How does The Devil combine with the Minor Arcana?

With Wands: obsession with a goal, a gambling streak. With Cups: passion, jealousy, codependency. With Swords: manipulation, lies, pressure. With Pentacles: greed, debts, dependence on money.