The Hierophant
The Hierophant card represents religious authority, tradition, and moral laws. It symbolizes the interplay of body, mind, and spirit in human experience. This card advises trust in true spiritual guidance and underscores the importance of humble service and openness to questioning in teaching.
Keywords
Voice of Religious Authority
The Hierophant speaks with the voice of religious authority. He is the keeper of dogma, tradition, and moral laws.
Symbol of Body, Mind, and Spirit
His vessel of knowledge stands beneath three crosses representing the body, mind, and spirit, as they collectively constitute the human experience.
Blessing and Guidance
Two monks kneel before him, bowing their heads in obedience to the Hierophant. Despite the sternness of his teachings, the Hierophant blesses, and those who pray may find comfort through confession and absolution of sins.
The Limits of Formal Religion
The spirit may find formal religion too restrictive when it commands rather than persuades.
True Spiritual Teachers
A gifted spiritual teacher can help you identify your faith. Trust only those worthy of this great responsibility.
Humility and Openness in Teaching
Remember, true sacred service is always humble, and genuine teachers always welcome questions.
Key Ideas
Religious tradition, genuine spiritual teachings, comforting guidance, dogmatic control.
Tarot of the enchanted garden
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