Upright keywords
Objectivity, law, honor, a win-win situation, balance, fact finding
Reversed keywords
Bias, intolerance, delayed legal action, misrepresentation
As the old saying goes
Don’t judge a book by its cover.
Planet
Venus
Flowers
Rose, Narcissus
Justice description
Justice sits on their throne, sword held straight. This is a sign that they are delivering a verdict or a decision. Their mind is made up. The scales in their left hand shows that they have weighed all of the facts. This card is the middle point of the major arcana, time to balance what you carry inside of your heart and mind with the circumstances on the outside. Some situations are a double edged sword.
The purple curtain behind them suggests that they made this decision in private, in the Judge’s chambers. The square on the crown and the raised foundational structure suggest that this is a cornerstone decision, not to be taken lightly. It will impact the future and act as a basis for your life. There is no turning back. Justice’s stoic expression shows determination and resolve. The toe peeking from the robes is the first step, ready to take action.
Upright meaning
The simplest translation of the Justice card is that you are dealing with legal matters, awaiting a court decision, negotiating a deal, or sorting through information in search of the truth. If you seek fairness, trust that all will come to light and justice will be served. This can also be a sign that you will be called on to account for your actions. If you’ve been truthful you have nothing to worry about. If that is not the case, you may be forced to own up to your actions. Trust that others are able to discern complicated situations and find the truth themselves. Justice can also appear when you have come to a decision, something that you just know is right, and you are announcing it to others and taking action.
Reversed meaning
When Justice is reversed, you may be avoiding a decision or unsure of your ability to make the right choice. A legal matter or negotiation may be delayed, did not turn out as your hoped, or there was unfair play. You may be wrestling with a moral crisis. If you’ve done something you know is wrong, you can’t hide it much longer. Truth has a way of coming to light. It’s better to own up and speak your truth rather than be caught in a lie. Justice can also be a lack of confidence when expressing your needs, decision, boundaries, etc. Don’t forget, you have earned a seat at the table. Stay honest, objective, and fair. Think this through and prepare some next steps.
Justice quote
“Justice and judgment lie often a world apart.” -Emmeline Pankhurst
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