A dancing horned figure surrounded by animals is depicted upon the walls of the Trois Frères cave in France - a Palaeolithic image of the great horned god, Lord of the Animals, who has later turned into the devil. This god goes under many names, while his animal horns are most commonly those of a stag, goat or bull. By the Middle Ages he had come to symbolise Satan, supposed god of witches, enemy of Christianity, and embodiment of evil. In classical myth, he appeared as Pan, the merry, goat-faced son of Hermes who wandered in high, rocky places and danced with nymphs in the forests. The rather rumbustuous cult of Dionysius was also associated with goats, for goat-imaged satyrs were amongst his followers. These gods were connected with fertility, abandoned behaviour and exuberant enjoyment in the form of noise, music, drinking and revelry of every kind. The English word 'panic' stems from the god Pan; the word 'pan' derives from the Greek pas, meaning 'all'. The Devil is linked with the astrological sign Capricorn, which is symbolised by a fishtailed goat. This sign rules the tenth house of the zodiac, the house of status, career, material needs and responsibilities. Capricorn, often considered as a dour and responsible sign, is not all duty and hard work. People born under Capricorn can have a deeply sensuous streak, enjoying wealth and the comforts and pleasures this can bring. In addition, Capricorn rules the time of year when the 'Lord of Miracle' was said to be abroad; this jolly pagan figure has much in common with Pan, and his lower manifestation Puck - another tricksy, ancient spirit. Interpretation The Devil When the Devil appears in your cards there is no need to shudder or believe that evil forces are around. This card basically represents the material world, which is neither good nor evil in itself. You may be entering a phase where money and material well being become important. Perhaps you have rejected these things before and are tired of never having enough money. You may start saving or collecting antiques or other beautiful objects. There is nothing wrong with this as long as it doesn't become an obsession taking over your life and thoughts. Emotionally, the Devil warns against trying to buy friendship or love. There is a danger that you, or someone in your life, will use money as a means of controlling others. In our society money does often mean power, and this card suggests this influence could be entering your life. Sometimes the Devil signifies someone who is overly concerned with material security. These worries may be preventing greater fulfilment by keeping him or her trapped in a relationship or job - bound by some apparent success. If other cards, or your question, concerned a relationship, then tread carefully. The Devil, like his mythological ancestors, is inextricably linked with lust and sometimesoverwhelming physical desire. Such powerful sexual attraction may be irresistible, but it may not be love. You could find yourself obsessed by the object of your desire, or vice versa. You should certainly learn something about your animal nature, but a lasting partnership may not be the outcome of this union. Reversed This is a serious warning against the abuse of power, money, sex or personal charm. You, or someone in your life, have become greedy, egocentric, materialistic. There seems to be little room for anything else. In your career, money and power may have taken precedence over any other considerations. You may be exhausted and bored, but you seem unable to give up or let go. There is always more money to be made, greater power or position to be striven for. Depression could be a problem, yet you are on a treadmill of your own creation. Emotionally you may be in a relationship with someone who is not doing you any good. You feel unable to break away from this relationship, even though you know it is making you unhappy. You cannot explain your actions to concerned friends, for the magnetic pull this person has for you is illogical, and you are under his or her spell. You may also be in a difficult situation with a former lover. He or she may resort to some sort of emotional blackmail in an attempt to win you back. Sexually, the Devil reversed is a shadowy card which many interpreters link to the far, wild shores of sexual behaviour. If your question concerned a sexual relationship, this card suggests some exotic fantasies are about to be acted out. 0 - The Fool 1 - The Magician 2 - The High Priestess 3 - The Empress 4 - The Emperor 5 - The Hierophant or Pope 6 - The Lovers 7 - The Chariot 8 - Justice 9 - The Hermit 10 - The Wheel of Fortune 11 - Strength 12 - The Hanged Man 13 - Death 14 - Temperance 15 - The Devil 16 - The Tower 17 - The Star 18 - The Moon 19 - The Sun 20 - Judgment 21 - The World