Justice tarot card from 78 Tarot

78 Tarot · First Edition

Major ArcanaCard 11

Justice

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Justice sits between two pillars, holding a double-edged sword in one hand and balanced scales in the other. Her expression is impassive — she judges without bias. The veil behind her is only half-pulled back, suggesting that full truth is never entirely visible. This card governs all matters of law, ethics, and karmic consequence.


Upright Meaning

Truth will prevail. Legal matters, important decisions, and situations requiring ethical clarity are all favored — provided you have acted with integrity. Justice asks you to be radically honest: with others, but especially with yourself. The outcome will be fair, even if it is not easy.

Reversed Meaning

Injustice, dishonesty, or evasion of accountability. A legal situation may go unfairly, or you may be avoiding honest self-reckoning. Refusing to see your own role in a situation is holding you back from resolution.

Justice in Love

Honesty and mutual fairness are the foundation of a healthy relationship. If there has been dishonesty or imbalance, this card asks for a direct reckoning. Only truth will restore harmony.

Justice in Career

Legal and contractual matters are highlighted. Be scrupulously honest in all professional dealings. Disputes will be settled — fairly if you've played with integrity.

Daily Affirmation

"I live with integrity. Truth and fairness guide every decision I make."

Justice in the 78 Tarot Decks

In every 78 Tarot deck, the Justice is illustrated by a different international artist who brings their own unique cultural perspective and artistic style to this archetype. From the Nautical deck's ocean-inspired vision to the Ecological deck's environmentally conscious interpretation, each artist's rendering of the Justice adds a new layer of meaning to this timeless card.

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