Mars→Concept
The Devil card symbolizes Mars and its attributes, such as malefic, struggle, and passion
Devil (card)
The new symbol for the 15th card, as interpreted by Dr. Papus, replaces the traditional imagery with a goat-headed figure, indicating a shift in meaning and symbolism. The 15th card in the Tarot, traditionally depicted as a symbol of impurity and sin, has new imagery and symbolism introduced by spiritual teachers and occultists
Concordance & Cross-References
Primary Correspondences & Figures
Temperance (card)→Ritual
Both cards deal with transitions, distributions, and the struggles of existence, albeit from different perspectives in the tarot symbolism
Dzyan StanzasConcept
The Dzyan teachings can be seen as the origin of esoteric interpretations related to the Devil card, including the concept of struggle and generation
Dr. Papus→Person
Papus' Tarot work and influence, particularly through his book, has changed the face of the Devil card, introducing new imagery such as goat-headed Baphomet, reflecting his impact on occult symbolism in the Tarot and his works.
Harry W. Farr→Person
Farr interprets the Devil card in terms of esoteric and astrological symbolism
Mediate Correspondences
Sympathetic Chains & Distant Affinities
I. Devil (card) & Mars
The Devil card symbolizes Mars and its attributes, such as malefic, struggle, and passion
II. Mars & Sun
THE SUN's rays are received differently by each planet, affecting the entities on Mars
I. Devil (card) & Dr. Papus
Papus' Tarot work and influence, particularly through his book, has changed the face of the Devil card, introducing new imagery such as goat-headed Baphomet, reflecting his impact on occult symbolism in the Tarot and his works.
II. Dr. Papus & Tarot
Papus continued the work of Etteilla, preserving parts of his teachings.
I. Devil (card) & Mars
The Devil card symbolizes Mars and its attributes, such as malefic, struggle, and passion
II. Mars & Fire
Mars is associated with the element of fire in mythology and spiritual practices, representing the force of war, conflict, and its transformative and purifying aspects
I. Devil (card) & Mars
The Devil card symbolizes Mars and its attributes, such as malefic, struggle, and passion
II. Mars & Astrology
ASTROLOGY, as a celestial influence, relates to planets like Mars, which affect the development of tendencies, particularly through the influence of war and action
I. Devil (card) & Dr. Papus
Papus' Tarot work and influence, particularly through his book, has changed the face of the Devil card, introducing new imagery such as goat-headed Baphomet, reflecting his impact on occult symbolism in the Tarot and his works.
II. Dr. Papus & Moon
Papus' new interpretations, such as the depiction of naked human figures instead of small demons, reflect his influence on the symbolism of the Moon card.
I. Devil (card) & Temperance (card)
Both cards deal with transitions, distributions, and the struggles of existence, albeit from different perspectives in the tarot symbolism
II. Temperance (card) & Mercury
Mercury as a principle of distribution and transformation is paralleled by the concept of Temperance in the ritual card representation
I. Devil (card) & Mars
The Devil card symbolizes Mars and its attributes, such as malefic, struggle, and passion
II. Mars & Talisman
Talismans of Mars often include symbols related to Mars, such as a sword.
I. Devil (card) & Mars
The Devil card symbolizes Mars and its attributes, such as malefic, struggle, and passion
II. Mars & Religion
Mars' wrath and chastisement works align with the religious concept of justice and divine retribution, reflecting a punitive aspect of divinity.
I. Devil (card) & Harry W. Farr
Farr interprets the Devil card in terms of esoteric and astrological symbolism
II. Harry W. Farr & Saturn
Farr discusses the planet Saturn and its astrological interpretations
I. Devil (card) & Dr. Papus
Papus' Tarot work and influence, particularly through his book, has changed the face of the Devil card, introducing new imagery such as goat-headed Baphomet, reflecting his impact on occult symbolism in the Tarot and his works.
II. Dr. Papus & Star
Papus' interpretation of the Star card and its new imagery, such as the depiction of a woman pouring fluids from two vessels, reflects his influence on the Tarot's symbolism.