The High Priestess Card

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The High Priestess

The High Priestess tarot card

Key words: Intuition, wisdom, knowledge.

Image: The High Priestess sits between two pillars – one black and one white – at the entrance to a temple. She has a crescent moon at her feet with images of pomegranates behind her and she wears a large cross. These are all symbols of religion and spirituality. She hides the Torah, a scroll of secrets, within her cloak.

The High Priestess reminds us that the most powerful gift we have is our intuition. If you have chosen this card, her message is that you are likely not to be heeding yours. How many times have you thought to yourself, I knew I should have done this or that, but you allowed logic to override what your instinct was telling you?

The High Priestess is sometimes known as the mediator, so you may currently find yourself in a situation that needs some balance. Do not allow yourself to be in a situation in which you are manipulated. Your inner voice is telling you what you need to know and you must learn to trust your own instincts. You may feel that you are not speaking your truth and have to hold your tongue. If you find it difficult to express your anger, worries or needs, then connect with the High Priestess, as her message is to trust your feelings. Ask yourself why you are having such difficulty in dealing with this situation and allow her guidance to flow.

The High Priestess encourages us to meditate and to find some time in our day to be at peace with ourselves. By ensuring that you have this quiet meditation time on a regular basis, you will notice your own intuition and psychic abilities becoming stronger.  You will then learn to recognise your instincts as a positive voice within you and act upon them.

The High Priestess reminds you to listen to your deep inner feelings, for our intuition is a primal instinct. We are all born intuitive, so reconnect with yourself. Study, work with the tarot cards, buy a spiritual magazine, join a group, meditate – whatever you decide – but it is recommended that you take steps to help yourself to become more confident and learn to distinguish the difference between your thoughts and a psychic message.

The High Priestess warns you not involve yourself in gossip or situations that are not your concern. The High Priestess is wisely advising you to step back and observe, rather than allowing yourself to be dragged into a situation that does not concern you.

Reversed: Secrets, manipulation.

Affirmation: ‘I trust and follow my intuition; I receive the answers I seek.’