{"id":2517,"date":"2020-11-24T15:55:53","date_gmt":"2020-11-24T20:55:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/astrologybay.com\/?p=2517"},"modified":"2020-11-25T14:44:08","modified_gmt":"2020-11-25T19:44:08","slug":"hierophant-tarot","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/astrologybay.com\/hierophant-tarot","title":{"rendered":"Hierophant Tarot Overview: Upright and Reversed Meaning in a Reading"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><strong>The hierophant tarot is a significant card in the Major Arcana of the deck<\/strong>. With multiple meanings, this is a card with many faces that is always welcome in a reading. Typically,<strong> its meaning tends to point to spiritual enlightenment or spiritual changes. <\/strong>But, to truly understand the meaning of a hierophant tarot, it&#8217;s important to analyze its artwork and know whether it&#8217;s upright or reversed.<br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Hierophant Tarot Art<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><strong>A key part to any tarot reading is interpreting the entirety of the card, and that includes its art.<\/strong> Believe it or not,<strong> analyzing the art of your cards can tell you more than the definition ever will<\/strong>. With that said, let&#8217;s look at a few key characteristics seen on the hierophant.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The hierophant tarot card often appears as a religious person in red, white, blue, and gold.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The hierophant is sitting between two pillars of a temple.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">He wears a crown with 3 points.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">He is holding a scepter with 3 lines across it, also known as a &#8216;Papal Cross.&#8217;<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">His right hand is raised with two fingers pointed up.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">There are two keys that are crossed at his waist with two people near on each side.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Upon first glance, this card is very busy and mystical, but it has deep meaning. Some of the symbolism we might pull from it is:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">His crown with 3 points could be a representation of the physical, spiritual, and subconscious.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The scepter could be a representation of strong religious beliefs.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">His raised hand could be in prayer or as a blessing to the people below him.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The two people bowing could signify that the hierophant is a leader that many look up to.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The crossed keys at his waist could symbolize balance, perhaps between the conscious mind and subconscious mind, making him the ultimate spiritual symbol.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Of course, there are always more meanings to pull from your tarot cards, so <strong>studying them is the best way to find the meaning that you are meant to perceive.\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p>For other major arcana tarot card meanings such as this, you can also check out our article\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/astrologybay.com\/temperance-tarot\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">&#8220;Temperance Tarot Overview&#8221;<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n<h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Hierophant Upright Meaning<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">If you receive the upright hierophant, <strong>it typically has to do with religious beliefs or spiritual wisdom<\/strong>. With that said, this may mean that you need to start following your own personal beliefs and align with someone to help guide you. This person could be a mentor or leader of some kind. <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">However, if you are already a master in this field, <strong>you may instead be guided to be the mentor for someone else in your life.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">On the other hand, <strong>the upright hierophant may also mean it&#8217;s time to turn towards spiritual traditions<\/strong> as well as ancestral traditions. This could also include small acts, such as daily prayer, saying grace, or giving thanks. Either way, <strong>you are being called to connect to yourself and create your own rituals<\/strong> and traditions, so do not wait to act on it.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>For more about the hierophant tarot card meaning, check out\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thetarotguide.com\/the-hierophant\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">&#8220;The Hierophant Card Meaning&#8221;<\/a> by thetarotguide.com.<\/p>\n<h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Hierophant Reversed Meaning<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><strong>If you receive the reversed hierophant in reading, it is a reminder that you hold within you all the wisdom you need.<\/strong> With that said, do not let the beliefs of others alter your path. This is a card about raising yourself above the opinions of others and staying true to yourself. This is a time where people may question you and judge you, but<strong> it is important to keep your focus on what is true to you.<\/strong> And honestly, the best way to better connect with and understand this wisdom is to try your hand with meditative practices.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Above all else,<strong> this is a card that reminds you to not follow the path others have created but instead create your path<\/strong>. And honestly, what better way to find yourself than to take an adventure alone?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">In conclusion, <strong>the hierophant is a powerful card to receive and truly never has a bad meaning<\/strong>. Above all else, it is a card of awakening, enlightenment, and spiritual growth, which is a very beautiful thing. So <strong>if the hierophant shows up in your reading, consider yourself very lucky,<\/strong> as it means a beautiful awakening is coming.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Interested in learning more about popular tarot card meanings? Check out our article\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/astrologybay.com\/the-moon-tarot\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">&#8220;The Moon Tarot Overview&#8221;<\/a> for more insight.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The hierophant tarot is a significant card in the Major Arcana of the deck. With multiple meanings, this is a card with many faces that is always welcome in a reading. Typically, its meaning tends to point to spiritual enlightenment or spiritual changes. 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