The High Priestess in Tarot: An In-Depth Guide

Based on the Rider-Waite Tarot Deck

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The second character that The Fool meets in his journey is the High Priestess, divine feminine energy represented by the number two. She’s has sacred knowledge to share with The Fool, teaching him about his subconscious mind and the importance of trusting intuition. While he’s off on his quest to make his dreams come true on the earthly plane, The High Priestess reminds The Fool about his spiritual aspects — he’s not just a body but also a soul.

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A General Overview of the High Priestess

The High Priestess sits between two pillars; one black, one gray. Behind her is a tapestry of pomegranates and date palm trees. She’s adorned with an ornate headdress and wears a blue robe embellished with an equal-armed cross. In her hands, a scroll with the word “Tora,” and at her feet is a crescent moon.

The High Priestess greets The Fool with sacred knowledge that his subconscious mind is vast and has all the answers he seeks. She also suggests to him to trust his intuition if he wishes to make his dream come true on the earthly plane. She coaches him about his spiritual aspects that he is much more than just a body — he also possesses an immortal soul.

She teaches The Fool to tap into his intuition, which is the way to his higher self, where he can access deep wisdom. She has and therefore teaches the ability to see into both worlds at once.

The High Priestess is also sometimes known as “the Seeress” because it’s said that she has psychic skills like clairvoyance (knowing things through your third eye) and clairaudience (knowing things through your inner ear).

Upright Meaning: Trust your intuition. Look inside yourself and reach into the subconscious to find all the answers that you need…