Major Arcana - The High Priestess

by Celestian



The High Priestess comes as number 2 in the Tarot deck of cards. This is the card of intuition. When we get a High Priestess card in a reading it indicates that we have to take heed or to pay extra attention to what our intuition and dreams are telling us. There are secrets that we needed to know and something or someone is holding it back or away from us.


If this card represents a person, then, it could mean that this particular person is very feminine in nature and very secretive. It can also indicate the feminine side of our personality. In romance, it could indicate a secret lover, or that the person you are in love with is quite conservative in nature and that it can be very difficult to attain what you commonly would expect in a romantic relationship. He or she can be very independent and reclusive in his or her own way.


In personal evaluation reading it could mean that you need to take time in rediscovering your spiritual side of life. You have to do some inner work in seeking wisdom which could include meditation, devotion, and listening to the voice of our intuition. We are also encouraged to take some form of spiritual discipline within ourselves.


If you have approached the Tarot on starting new ventures or getting involved in a relationship, or making an important choice in life, then, the High Priestess advises delay, for there is an indication that you may still have to work more on your inner changes and growth.




Reversed:



When you picked a reveresed High Priestess card it could mean that you are being too pre-occupied with your inner self. It is trying to suggest that you have to turn yourself again to the outer world and be one with nature.


It could also indicate that there are hidden things behind masks. There are more things that you should know and understand behind facades and superficial appearances of the situation. Be aware and be ready to take time to unravel the mysteries. There are hidden repressed feelings and emotions that may have been put aside due their hurtful or damaging nature, but which needs to be addressed to allow healing process to begin.