The Hanged Man
The Hanged Man signifies surrender and deliberate release of ego and material attachments to gain new perspectives. It indicates a period of pause or suspension that invites patience, introspection, and reflection to learn important lessons. The card encourages embracing this stillness as an opportunity for inner transformation and reframing of current circumstances. Reversed, it warns of resistance to change and clinging to old patterns that prevent progress, urging release and openness to necessary transformation.
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The Hanged Man
Short meaning
This card symbolizes surrender, sacrifice, release, and setting aside ego and material attachments to attain fresh perspectives and insights.
Expanded meaning
The Hanged Man often suggests that the reader is in a period of pause or suspension, feeling as though they're at a standstill in their endeavors or that life is on hold. This card reminds them to embrace patience and see this phase as an opportunity for introspection. It encourages the reader to reflect deeply, as there are valuable lessons to glean from their current situation.
Reversed meaning
When reversed, The Hanged Man may indicate resistance to change, avoidance, or feeling stuck without making progress. It suggests a reluctance to let go of old patterns or beliefs that hinder growth. This orientation serves as a cautionary sign, prompting the reader to confront stagnation, release limiting perspectives, and embrace necessary transformations.
Visual Description
An upside-down man hangs by one foot from a rope or vine that is twisted around a vertical trunk or beam, the Roman numeral XII visible above. He wears a red jacket with a blue collar, gray leggings and a yellow belt; his hands are relaxed and slightly open beside him. The background shows dark, root-like forms, webs, small blue leaves and a short set of stone steps below him. A banner at the bottom reads "The Hanged Man."
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