The reverse of this card reveals treachery, maybe even a fatality. The need for one to deflect sabotage in the future is clear.

Choices made with no substance will bring bad news, conflict and possibly even sickness.

This person is not as they seem. They will say or do anything to make others believe they are better than they appear. They are usually more corrupt and deceitful underneath.

Someone with the master of their talents who also has the ability and guile to abuse the power. This can also leave a person feeling quite empty.

Inspiration and imagination develop from dreams and images of reflection, as from the images of a crystal ball. Some realizations will remain, but nothing permanent will be retained.

Obstacles and adversity will stress you out the point of being overwhelmed by it, and will feel unable to cope.

Oppression at its simplest, bringing misery and agony. If this card is followed by the nine of Swords in a reading, then a law suit will bring loss. Someone could certainly take advantage of you in some way. Negative thoughts and feelings can be redirected into creative expression such as the arts.