THE HIGH PRIESTESS II

The High Priestess represents wisdom and intuition. She has a sensitive approach to problems, she is calm and patient. Her power and her strength are the deepest and most profound.  At times, she has been called the Egyptian Goddess, Isis. Her presence and energy can be felt and indicates she is a strong, powerful woman who has deep wisdom and advice, which could be overwhelming for some people. 

“The High Priestess is the only known archetype that is believed to have been a real person. She actually was a woman named Joan. Scholars believe she had a brilliant mind and went to Rome to study and disguised herself as a man in order to do so. When discovered, she was said to have been torn apart by the people.”

You see the high priestess sitting on a square stone between Solomon's Temple's two pillars. The right pillar is generally referred to as the Pillar of Establishment, while the left pillar is generally referred to as the Pillar of Strength.

Attributes: 

Symbolizes: Wisdom and inner strength

Planet: Moon

Zodiac: Pisces  

Element: Water

Represents: Intuition

Number : 2

Advice: Trust your inner instinct, this is the time to listen to it.

What you should know: The High Priestess at her best is the leader of higher wisdom, at her worst, she is insensitive, shallow and gossips.

Yes or No Card: Generally the High Priestess upright is Yes. Reversed is no, not at this time.

Upright High Priestess General Meaning:

Trusting your gut instinct is the key to the High Priestess.  When this card appears, this is a time to truly listen to your gut. Before making a powerful decision, take the time to look within and find the answers. The answers are all there. You don't need confirmation from anyone but yourself. Keep secrets in mind if someone confides in you.

Upright High Priestess Tarot Meaning: Love

This card signals an increase of intimacy and openness in a relationship that creates a   solid relationship and indicates a growing connection. One or both partners may be a sensitive lover and is patient when love is concerned, deep conversations are also a plus in this relationship.  If you are single, you may be attracting this type of relationship. Alternatively, be a little more patient with love, it’s coming. OR in some cases, whether in a relationship or single, if there is a red flag for whatever reasons, listen to your gut.

Upright High Priestess Tarot Meaning: Career

In your career, the High Priestess may indicate a phase of academic pursuits or advanced education. If your career is in a creative field, this card may also indicate fresh ideas and motivation in your work. When facing significant decisions about your future job opportunities, the High Priestess advises trusting your intuition. Listen to your gut, it will assist you. 

Upright High Priestess Tarot Meaning: Finances

This card suggests it may be a good time to get financial advice to increase your financial goals. Be careful not to discuss your finances with others and keep it private.  If you are presented with the opportunity to use your finances such as an investment, loan, etc. trust your intuition to make the right decision. Pay attention to your feelings; something will feel wrong if there are red flags.: 

“The High Priestess is calm and withdraws from involvement, she waits patiently and understands what the possibilities are. She uses her intuition and trusts her inner voice.

Reversed High Priestess General Meaning:

Reconnect with your inner guidance, as you may have lost touch with it. Take a step back from external distractions to tune into your internal voice. Avoid sharing your confidential plans at this time. The High Priestess reversed suggests difficulty in trusting your intuition. Your instincts are urging you in a certain direction, but you may be disregarding their message. Self doubt inhibits you. Can be quick to judge and have a temper?

“Reversed high priestess is quick to judge and speaks before thinking.”

Reversed High Priestess Tarot Meaning: Love

When this card appears it signals you or your partner are hiding their true self and not being completely honest, maybe because of self doubt and insecurities. Alternatively, this can indicate an insensitive partner who is selfish and a relationship plagued with nagging.

Reversed High Priestess Tarot Meaning: Career

At the moment, you may not have all the necessary information regarding your work situation. As a result, you may feel self doubt and disconnected from your colleagues. It's also possible that you're ignoring your instincts when it comes to making career decisions. Are you holding onto a job that brings no joy, even though deep down you know it's not the right fit for you?

Reversed High Priestess Meaning : Finances

When this card appears, if you’re making financial decisions, you may not have all the information you need to make an informed decision. Make sure you have someone you can trust who can provide you with all the facts. Alternatively, this card suggest you have made unwise financial decisions causing financial instability and stress.

“The High Priestess reversed has self doubt, doesn’t trust her own intuition or judgement. She acts before thinking, acts boldly without knowing all the facts and jumps to conclusions. She is also insensitive towards others and gossips ”