#11: Justice
Justice is the card of truth, fairness, and accountability. It represents the consequences of our actions, the clarity of truth, and the importance of integrity. This card calls us to make decisions with honesty and wisdom, knowing that everything we do has an impact. In queer spaces, Justice speaks to the fight for equality, the power of truth, and the courage to stand up for what is right. It reminds us that justice is not just about laws—it’s about living in alignment with our values.
UPRIGHT
Truth, fairness, accountability, integrity, clarity, ethical decisions
REVERSED
Dishonesty, avoiding accountability, unfair treatment, lack of clarity, corruption
Justice and the Trans Experience
Justice represents the universal law of cause and effect—what we put into the world comes back to us. This card challenges us to take responsibility for our choices and to seek truth, even when it’s uncomfortable. It also reminds us that fairness isn’t about rigid rules but about finding balance and equity.
If Justice appears in your reading, you may be facing an important decision or seeking clarity in a situation. This card asks: Are you being honest with yourself? Are you acting with integrity? Justice reminds us that truth is powerful, and making choices based on honesty will always lead to a stronger foundation.
Symbolism and Imagery
The Scales – Represent balance, fairness, and weighing decisions carefully.
The Sword – Represents truth and clarity, cutting through deception.
The Crown – Symbolizes wisdom and impartial judgment.
The Red Robe – A sign of power, passion, and the responsibility that comes with it.
The Grey Background – Represents neutrality and objectivity in decision-making.
Upright Meaning
Upright, Justice calls you to act with integrity and seek truth. If you are facing a choice, approach it with fairness. If you’re dealing with a situation where truth is unclear, this card encourages you to seek clarity before making a decision.
In a reading, ask yourself: Am I being completely honest with myself and others? How can I bring more balance and fairness into my life?
Reversed Meaning
Reversed, Justice can indicate dishonesty, avoidance, or unfair treatment. You may be struggling with accountability or dealing with someone who isn’t being truthful. This card calls for self-examination—where are you avoiding responsibility, and where do you need to demand fairness?
In a reading, ask yourself: Am I avoiding an uncomfortable truth? Where am I being treated unfairly, and how can I advocate for myself?
Final Thoughts
Justice reminds us that truth is a foundation—without it, everything else crumbles. Whether you’re making a decision, seeking fairness, or confronting an uncomfortable truth, this card invites you to stand in integrity and trust that honesty will always lead to balance.
#11: Justice
Queer and Transgender Meaning
Justice is truth, clarity, and the deep, undeniable knowledge of who you are. It is the act of standing in your truth, demanding to be seen, and refusing to let the world define you. This card reminds you that transition is not just personal—it is political. Your existence is valid, and you deserve to live in alignment with your truth.
UPRIGHT
Truth, clarity, self-advocacy, fairness, alignment, being seen for who you are
REVERSED
Self-doubt, imposter syndrome, feeling unseen, injustice, internalized shame
Justice and the Trans Experience
Justice is the moment when everything clicks into place. It is the deep, unshakable knowing that your identity is real, valid, and deserving of recognition.
For trans people, this card represents clarity and self-advocacy. It is fighting for your rights, standing firm in your identity, and refusing to let others rewrite your story. It is correcting people when they misgender you, pushing back against systems that try to erase you, and demanding fairness—not just for yourself, but for your community.
But Justice is also about internal truth. Many trans people struggle with imposter syndrome—Am I really trans enough? Do I deserve this? Justice reminds you that you do not need to prove your identity to anyone. The truth is already within you.
This card asks: Are you standing in your truth, or are you still seeking permission to exist?
Symbolism and Imagery
Justice is filled with symbols of truth, fairness, and balance.
A figure holding scales – Weighing truth and fairness, ensuring that things are in alignment.
A sword held upright – Clear, direct truth. This is not a card of hesitation—Justice speaks boldly.
A throne and a crown – Authority over one’s own life and truth.
A balanced posture – This card represents alignment—when your inner truth matches your outer world.
Upright Meaning: Standing in Truth and Advocating for Yourself
When Justice appears upright, it is a call to embrace your truth fully and without fear.
For trans people, this might mean:
Coming out boldly and without apology – Owning your identity with confidence.
Fighting for your rights – Advocating for yourself in medical, legal, or social spaces.
Aligning your life with your truth – Taking steps to make your external world reflect who you truly are.
Holding others accountable – Not accepting misgendering, erasure, or disrespect.
This card reminds you that your truth is undeniable, and you deserve to live in alignment with it.
Reversed Meaning: Doubt, Injustice, and Feeling Unseen
When Justice appears reversed, you may be struggling with feeling unseen, invalidated, or unsure of yourself.
For trans people, this can look like:
Feeling like the world does not recognize you – Facing legal or social barriers to being seen as who you are.
Doubting your own identity – Struggling with imposter syndrome or fear that you are “not trans enough.”
Avoiding confrontation – Letting others define you instead of standing in your truth.
Experiencing systemic injustice – This card can appear when you are facing discrimination, gatekeeping, or barriers in transition.
Justice reversed challenges you to reclaim your truth, even when the world tries to make you question it.
Final Thoughts
Justice is the ultimate affirmation that you are real, valid, and worthy of recognition. It reminds you that transition is not just about identity—it is about demanding the right to exist fully and freely.
This card says: Your truth is powerful. Stand in it, and never let the world make you feel small.