The Hermit
The Hermit represents solitary spiritual seeking, isolation, contemplation, wandering, and deep introspection, epitomizing the concept of soul-searching. Forever looking for the invisible and grasping the intangible, he shines his light inward and teaches that answers come from within rather than from outward sources. The card denotes peace, independence, a life of freedom and solitude, and a personal spiritual journey, while also acknowledging the potential for loneliness and a need for connection. Reversed, it signals not finding what you seek, desolation, depression, or giving up the search, and magickally the card is used for bringing peace and solitude or, when reversed, for overcoming shyness or loneliness.
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Description
Just as the Lovers can represent the choice of a domestic lifestyle shared with another, the Hermit represents a life of solitary spiritual seeking. Symbolizing isolation, solitude, contemplation, wandering, and introspection, the Hermit epitomizes the concept of soul-searching. Forever looking for the invisible and forever grasping at the intangible, the Hermit seeks but never finds. He is his own god, and only by looking within himself will he discover what he seeks. While Strength shines its light outward, the Hermit shines his light inward, keeping the treasures of his heart and mind all to himself. Such a life can get lonely, and the Hermit reminds us that although we must ultimately walk the path alone, a little company along the way can definitely make the journey a little brighter.
Divinatory Meanings
Peace; spirituality; seeking; introspection; a life of freedom and solitude; following a path; finding what was lost; loneliness; a need to be more connected; independence; a spiritual journey; a solo mission; hiding out.
Reversed
Not finding what you seek; desolation; depression; giving up a search; intense loneliness; feeling uncomfortable; looking in the wrong place; the Hermit should step out for a night on the town.
Magickal Uses
Useful in bringing peace, acceptance, and solitude, good for charms to find what's lost, and for spells to increase enlightenment. Reversed, it can be used to overcome shyness or loneliness.
Visual Description
An old bearded man in a dark hooded robe walks along a rocky, root-strewn path at night, holding a small lit candle in his hand. A crescent moon shines through twisted, bare branches behind him and an hourglass is attached to his belt. His cloak billows and two keys lie on the ground near his feet; the scene is quiet and solitary with muted blues and grays.
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