High Priestess Tarot Card Meanings Keywords
Good Judgement, self-reliance, intuition, psychic ability, secrets revealed, wasted potential.
High Priestess Tarot Card Description
The High Priestess definitely has her mind on higher things. A woman of mature years, she knows that useful though the book in her lap is, there are other sources of wisdom that can serve her as well – after all, she didn’t reach the top of her calling without learning a thing or two.
Upright Meaning
Remember the Three Wise Monkeys – they saw no evil, heard no evil and spoke no evil. Well, The High Priestess is a bit like them, she knows what is going on, but as she sits there quietly observing the world from her sanctuary, she says nothing. By sitting and watching, The High Priestess is able to discover the root cause of an individual’s actions and what it is that makes them tick. In modern terms, she is the ultimate psychologist. Because of this, she can also act as a gateway to the subconscious and all other realities. The High Priestess reminds us that logical thought has its limits and that gut instinct, dreams and dimly recalled memories can be equally important at this time. Nevertheless, it is important to remember that these insights may be revealed by another person rather than to you directly. The High Priestess can also suggest that a secret is about to be exposed, or that unknown facts and hidden influences are playing a part in your life at the moment. It is important for you to look behind the veil of life’s illusions and what might appear to be the obvious or hard facts, and accept that life has its mysterious side too.
Reversed Meaning
The High Priestess is a bit too dignified to engage in handstands, so when you see her standing on her head it usually means she is upset about something. In this case, she could be letting you know that your present predicaments are the result of a failure to perceive your own paranormal powers. Have you had a ‘feeling’ about someone or something and totally ignored it? Or perhaps you are tempted to let logic ride roughshod over your intuition. If so – stop! Right now the cosmos is sending you clues which you’d do well to heed. In relationship matters, you need to decide if someone is hiding their true feelings, or more likely, simply refusing to acknowledge them. Don’t miss out on a golden opportunity because you wouldn’t let your heart have its say. The High Priestess reminds us that if you don’t want to be the proud owner of shares in a chocolate mine or invest in a polar coffee plantation, a touch of cynicism could be a useful trait. Did you notice I said touch? Some folks are so cynical they seem doomed to miss out on the mysteries that give life its spice. The High Priestess encourages us to lay-aside our skepticism and celebrate the subtler steps of the cosmic dance.
Past
There seems to have been a lot of secrets in your vicinity, some you have known about, whilst others have been hidden behind everyday life. Perhaps you have had secrets of your own, and hidden your feelings regarding a certain someone. The High Priestess also suggests that you’ve been developing and discovering new and previously hidden talents.
Present
Try to look behind the illusion, what is really happening? Memories are so important for you now; they can give you understanding and inspiration. This is also a good time to follow your intuition and your instincts. Have you any talents you have been allowing to gather dust? Now would be a good time to explore and develop them.
Future
A secret will soon be revealed, or perhaps a problem that’s been causing you a few sleepless nights will be solved. The answers may not be found in logical thought but in dreams and inspirations. A memory will become very significant in some aspect of your life and give you good guidance. You will succeed by following your intuition.
The High Priestess Love Tarot Card Meanings Keywords
Good judge of character, following your feelings, secrets revealed, a relationship with wasted potential.
The High Priestess Love Tarot Card Description
Upright Meaning
Seething passions, secret trysts, smouldering glances, what on earth is going on? Unconscious and imperceptible shifts are moving through someone’s emotions like tides moving in the ocean. Whatever is on the surface is deceptive: the handsome face may hide an ugly soul, whereas the homely one houses a warm heart. Even the most workaday dates can develop into a passionate love story whilst those which had burned magnesium bright can turn to ashes. The High Priestess suggests you move slowly towards your heart’s desire, for now at least you need to be patient. This is the ideal time to trust your feelings if something does not seem right, the chances are there is a problem. On the other hand, if it feels good it probably is. This is a time to be frank with others and yourself, don’t be pushed into something you are uncomfortable with. Say what you mean and don’t be afraid to stick with your decision.
This is an ideal card for couples as it shows an increasing ability to be frank with each other. As the relationship becomes stronger you are able to discuss your greatest hopes and fears with that special person. When this card appears in your spread, honesty with your other half is not desirable – it’s essential. This sounds ideal, but if The High Priestess appears with a royal companion such as a Queen or King there is a risk that someone is trying to have their cake and eat it, so a third party could threaten your love nest. This may not mean that an affair is in the offing but there is a chance of some serious flirting with an interloper which needs to be addressed.
Reversed Meaning
This mystical maiden loves it when you use your intuition, so if your relationship feels good it probably is and yep, this can work the other way too. Issues around this card tend to develop when our intuition and intellect are out of balance (or even at loggerheads). Obviously your emotions are important but they may be a little over-the-top now, try to temper them with a dose of that rarest of commodities; common sense. This is a time when you need to say exactly what you mean, don’t just say or do things to please you significant other or you’ll build resentment.
