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The Hierophant

Every Tarot deck has its own images and symbolism which must then be filtered through the psyche of the reader and the context of the question. However for the benefit of beginners, below are some possible interpretations and meanings of The Hierophant as a starting point for your own personal exploration of the Tarot.

Reading The Card

The Hierophant represents spiritual power through the establishment. This is the card of the Church - be that a church of religion, politics or public opinion.

This card refers to accepted authority. It is a card of safety in numbers, of conformity, of social pressure. In the world of the Hierophant social order is all-important and innocent citizens carry identity cards. The illusion of security at the expense of freedom.

If well aspected in a Tarot reading, this card can indicate security and a good reputation in society. Sometimes it means an ability to subvert and escape that authority - context is important here.

If badly aspected it can represent a loss of public standing and/or the suppression of individuality by the establishment.

The Hierophant sees all - he is Big Brother.

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