The Light of Truth

From the Morgan-Greer Tarot, Justice; from the Gods and Titans/Goddesses and Sirens Oracles, Hekate:

          No matter whether she is in the social or procedural realm, Justice has a tough job. Her scales represent the ability to see both sides of a situation and the ability to balance the needs of the individual with those of society/group. Her sword symbolizes active power; she may use it to carry out the law (authority), to protect, or to cut away illusion and uncover the truth. The veil behind her (often seen today in the form of a blindfold) suggests the ability to put one's preferences and prejudices aside in order to render an impartial and fair verdict. It seems an impossible task for any human, and likely why the U.S Supreme Court has nine justices instead of only one. The Greek goddess Hekate was often depicted with a torch and a key. Associated with crossroads, she was known to straddle boundaries rather than take one side or another. She helped Demeter in her search for Persephone, and became Persephone's companion who led her from Hades every year. Both these cards allude to discernment and truth; the way forward (Hekate's key) is in accepting that truth rather than denying or ignoring it.