16 The Tower

The Tower tarot card, numbered XVI (16) in the Major Arcana, is one of the most intense and transformative cards in the deck. It often depicts a tall tower being struck by lightning, with people falling from it, symbolizing sudden upheaval, destruction, and revelation.  

 

Meanings:

Sudden Change– Unexpected events that shake your foundation.  

Revelation & Awakening– Harsh truths coming to light, leading to clarity.  

Destruction & Upheaval – Something being torn down, often to make way for growth.  

Breaking Illusions – Realizing that a belief, relationship, or situation was built on unstable ground.  

Connections & Symbolism:  

Element: Fire – Represents sudden action, destruction, and renewal.  

Astrological Association: Mars – The planet of war, aggression, and sudden force.  

Numerology (16 = 1+6 = 7): Links to introspection and spiritual awakening.  

Advice When the Tower Appears: 

Embrace Change– The old must fall for the new to rise.  

Let Go of Control – Trying to hold on will only make the process harder.  

Rebuild with Awareness– Learn from the destruction and create something stronger.  

The Tower can be intense, but it ultimately clears the way for necessary transformation. Do you have a specific situation on your mind?

15 The Devil

The Devil tarot card, numbered  XV (15) in the Major Arcana, is a complex and often misunderstood card. It typically depicts a horned, satyr-like figure (often resembling Baphomet) with a man and woman chained below him, symbolizing entrapment, addiction, or temptation.  

Meanings in a Reading:

Temptation & Addiction– Being bound by unhealthy habits, toxic relationships, or materialism.  

Illusion of Control– Feeling trapped in a situation, but the chains are often loose, meaning escape is possible.  

Shadow Self– Facing fears, desires, or obsessions that may be controlling you.  

Materialism & Excess– Overindulgence in physical pleasures, money, or power.   

*Connections & Symbolism* 

Element: Earth (Capricorn) – Represents ambition, material focus, and discipline.  

Astrological Association: Capricorn – A sign linked to ambition but also stubbornness and attachment to structure.  

Numerology: (15 = 1+5 = 6) Links to The Lovers (VI), showing a contrast between love and obsession, choice and entrapment. 

 

Advice When the Devil Appears:

Be Honest With Yourself– Acknowledge any unhealthy attachments or behaviors.  

'You Have the Power to Break Free'. The chains traditionally used in the image are often loose, meaning the situation isn’t as hopeless as it seems. Be Mindful of Material Desires. Avoid letting money, power, or lust dictate your choices.