What mask are you hiding behind?

The Devil

This is a new card for me.  I've never pulled it in my time as a reader, which in itself is surprising.  Perhaps it means that there is something new going on in my life.  I've been going through some turbulent times lately.  Before doing further research on the card, my intuition is telling me that there is someone who is working on my demise or attempting to do so.  It will not be successful as can be seen by the fool sitting on the hourglass in the corner.  It may be ongoing and may be tempting to get off my path, but with perseverance and determination, I feel this means that I can overcome whatever is thrown my way.

The book interpretation is quite different from my personal intuition.  The booklet emphasizes the deception of self in thinking that things are not what they seem.  Outside appearances can be fooling and one must look deep within beyond the masks.

Overall, this card can still be encouraging.  One should look beyond what appears to be true and be cautious in dealing with others and the things they are hiding behind.  These masks can be concealing something good or bad.  The hiding is the key to understanding that things are not always as they seem and close examination of motives is needed.

Take a good look at yourself first.  What is it that you are hiding behind?  What is it about you that you don't want others to see?  Why are you hiding behind it to begin with?  These questions will help to delve into the deeper meaning of the card and expose hidden things about yourself.