The essential meanings of this Major Arcana card from the Rider-Waite-Smith deck.

Upright: Justice upright represents fairness, truth, and accountability. This card often appears when decisions need to be made or when you’re evaluating what’s right and wrong in a situation. Upright, Justice assures that if you’ve acted with integrity, the outcome will be fair; it also calls on you to take responsibility for your actions. It encourages logical thinking and honesty, highlighting that actions have consequences and balance will be maintained.

Reversed: Justice reversed can indicate unfairness, imbalance, or avoiding accountability. Perhaps a decision feels unjust or someone isn’t owning up to their role in a situation. In a reading, it warns you might be treating yourself or others too harshly, or conversely, denying responsibility. The reversed Justice urges you to restore balance by being honest with yourself, correcting any wrongs, and understanding that ignoring the truth only delays the inevitable consequences.

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The secrets of this card for heart, mind and soul.

Love: In love, Justice is a clear mirror of cause and effect. It signals that honesty, fairness, and mutual respect are crucial now — each action in the relationship will be weighed on the scales of karma. This card can herald important decisions (even commitments like marriage or tough calls like separation) that require balance and truth, ultimately restoring harmony by ensuring both hearts are treated justly.

Career: In your career, Justice demands integrity and balanced judgment. Your hard work may be recognized and rewarded fairly, or if mistakes were made, you might face consequences — in either case, the outcome aligns with what is deserved. This card encourages careful decision-making and ethical choices in professional dealings, reminding you that fairness and accountability lead to long-term stability and respect.

Spirituality: Spiritually, Justice represents karma and divine order. It invites you to examine your conscience and take responsibility for your actions, knowing that your spiritual progress depends on balance and truth. By aligning with your highest values and making amends where necessary, you clear old karma and find inner equilibrium — moving forward lighter, wiser, and in harmony with the universal law.