The High Priestess
The High Priestess represents the introverted, intuitive half of the self who explores unseen, inner realms and honors nonrational ways of knowing. She perceives the hidden currents that shape both the universe and the soul and offers inner calm in contrast to external action. In readings she indicates that key factors lie beneath the surface, often secret or illogical, and that one must rely on inner wisdom rather than outward circumstances. Reversed, she prompts examination of hidden truths, secrets, and the development of trust in the quiet guidance of the heart.
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Description
The High Priestess, along with the Magician, is half of the Fool's incarnate self. This introverted aspect wants to explore and understand her inner self and the magic of the unseen world. She dances in the dark, mysterious corners of the self and the Universe, paying attention to the invisible currents that move and shape both the physical world and her own soul. She understands that there are ways of knowing that have nothing to do with the rational mind, and she studies and honors these ways. The mysteries of the Universe are hidden but reveal themselves to those who sincerely seek them. She is the inner calm to the Magician's external action.
Divinatory Meaning
The situation feels uncertain because what is important lies below the surface and doesn't necessarily seem logical. There are secrets afoot, muddying the waters. Only those well versed in the rhythms of the Universe will see what is really going on.
Advice
One reason to work on understanding your inner life and being able to hear your inner voice is for times like these. The external situation isn't making much sense, so you really have to trust yourself. Circumstances will not help you decide what to do. Tap into your inner wisdom for the truest guidance in this case.
Reversed
If reversed, ask yourself: What truth am I hiding from myself? What secrets am I keeping and why? How can I develop my inner ear and trust the whispers of my heart?
Visual Description
A serene, robed woman sits beneath arcing branches against a purple, star-speckled background; her hair is arranged into large horn-like braids and she wears jeweled ornaments. She holds an open scroll in one hand and a quill in the other, with additional scrolls and pale blossoms at her feet. Petals and tiny stars drift around her while a veil or web of light radiates behind her shoulders. A sunburst emblem at the top contains the Roman numeral II and a banner at the bottom reads 'The High Priestess'.
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