The Justice card is a powerful symbol of truth, fairness, and cause and effect. When it shows up in a tarot reading about feelings, it often speaks to the emotional need for balance, honesty, and doing what’s right — even when it’s hard. Whether you’re asking about your own emotional state or someone else’s, this card cuts straight to the heart of integrity.
When Justice appears in a response to a feelings question — for example, “How do they feel about what happened between us?” — it tends to reveal a deep inner evaluation. The person in question may be weighing the consequences of their actions, seeking fairness, or even feeling judged themselves.
Let’s explore what Justice means as feelings in both its upright and reversed positions.
Upright Justice as Feelings
When Justice appears upright in a feelings-related tarot reading, it usually indicates emotional clarity and fairness. The person may be feeling emotionally responsible, or they might be trying to understand their emotions from a rational and truthful perspective.
Upright, Justice can indicate feelings such as:
- A desire to do the right thing
- Emotional honesty and transparency
- Feeling accountable for one’s actions
- Seeking emotional balance and fairness
- Wanting an equal, respectful connection
Someone represented by upright Justice is likely approaching their emotions thoughtfully. If the question is about another person’s feelings toward you, they may be reflecting seriously on what’s fair in the situation — not rushing, but thinking with integrity. This can be a good sign if you’re seeking a relationship based on mutual respect and honesty.
Reversed Justice as Feelings
When Justice is reversed, it can suggest emotional imbalance, denial, or avoidance of the truth. Feelings may be clouded by guilt, defensiveness, or even projection. The person in question might be avoiding responsibility or struggling with internal conflict.
Reversed, Justice may suggest feelings such as:
- Guilt or emotional avoidance
- Feeling misunderstood or judged
- Struggling to be honest with oneself
- Denial about one’s role in a situation
- Experiencing imbalance in the emotional connection
In a reversed position, this card can sometimes indicate that the person feels things aren’t fair — either that they’ve been wronged, or that they’re carrying emotional weight they haven’t fully owned. It’s a signal to look at the emotional dynamics with care and compassion, and not to jump to conclusions too quickly.
My Personal Take
For me, the Justice card is one of the most emotionally intelligent cards in the deck. It’s not about romance or passion — it’s about emotional maturity. When it comes up in a reading, I often pause and ask myself, Am I being honest with myself? Am I willing to hear the truth, even if it’s uncomfortable?
Justice reminds me that love without integrity doesn’t last. Whether it’s about my own feelings or someone else’s, this card is a call to be real — and to expect the same in return.
With calm and curiosity,
Isabella Vale