The Hierophant
The Hierophant sits upon a throne, holding a book marked with an eye and key in one hand while making an esoteric sign with the other. This card represents mastery of secret knowledge and hidden teachings. It symbolizes spiritual authority, traditional wisdom, and the role of a spiritual guide or teacher who possesses access to sacred mysteries.
Keywords
Sacred Authority and Secret Knowledge
The Hierophant sits upon a throne, representing his position of spiritual authority and divine connection. In one hand he holds a book adorned with an eye and key, symbols of hidden wisdom and the ability to unlock sacred mysteries. With his other hand, he displays an esoteric sign, indicating his mastery of occult knowledge and secret teachings. This imagery collectively speaks to his possession of profound spiritual wisdom and his role as a keeper of ancient traditions.
Visual Description
A seated figure in a black robe sits on a red throne against a backdrop of purple clouds and a pale halo. The figure wears a tall spiked crown and has a third-eye mark on the forehead, holding an open purple book decorated with an eye and a key symbol in the left hand. The right hand is raised with two fingers extended; small golden butterflies and dark plant silhouettes appear at the edges. Below the image a small Roman numeral V and the title THE HIEROPHANT are visible in white on black.
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