The High Priestess tarot card represents the subconscious mind, intuition, and mysteries. It speaks for an inner being and guides you to your higher wisdom, soul knowledge, and psychic gifts. The High Priestess reminds you to honor your inner soul self, in addition to exploring its messages and the knowledge it can bestow.
The High Priestess tarot card indicates you are on the verge of enlightenment and a deeper understanding and awareness of your true nature. She is a symbol of intuition and reveals the soul within. You may feel more intuitive than usual right now, allowing you to tune into your subconscious mind and trust your psychic gifts. You may also be having psychic dreams and seeing visions of the future. You are connecting with your Higher Self and higher intelligence.
The High Priestess is the opposite of the Magician card, which represents the conscious mind and rational thought. She encourages you to connect with your Higher Self now and trust your intuition. The intuitive side of you is leading the way toward your full potential. Learn to be in the flow of things and to see the bigger picture.
Characteristics of The High Priestess Upright
Positive: perception, intuition, subconscious, psychic powers, subconscious mind, meditation, dream interpretation, inner wisdom, inner strength, psychic abilities, spiritual insight, clairvoyant, deeper understanding. connecting with spirit guides, inner awareness, sensual, pleasure, feeling at peace, having faith, being empowered.
Negative: paranoia, hidden information, lies, deception, hidden, cunning, deceitful, malicious, mysterious, obsessions, secrecy, unfaithfulness, jealousy, repressed, repressed feelings, blocked creativity, repressed sexuality, withdrawal, hidden knowledge, illusions, hidden knowledge in love, sexual barriers, unfavorable cycles, hormonal imbalances, infertility, unconscious mind, no answers, guidance, hidden power, the dark side of love, being unable to see the truth about someone, being left out of important decisions, being out of touch with your inner guidance, being unable to find your place in life, feeling confused about what to do.
Description and Symbolism of The High Priestess
Numerically The High Priestess belongs to number Two, which means that the powerful and the weak, good and evil – and all other pair of traits, creates an interesting duality between a man and a woman, positive and negative, creation and destruction, as seen in this card. There are no mistakes in the universe, only lessons and what we learn from them. Number 2 is all about balance, cooperation, union, partnership, decisive action, intuition, and meditative skills.
Astrological planet for The High Priestess is the Moon, which means that it is time for rest, regeneration, and growth. Moon rules all things related to dreams, unconscious mind, and emotional responses. The Moon is also the card for pregnancy and nurturing.
The astrological sign for the High Priestess is Pisces, a sign known for deep intuition, emotional depth, and most of all connection to the mystical world. And so are Pisces—they are often connected to the themes of hidden knowledge, inner wisdom, and spiritual insight. The High Priestess is known for her dreamy and empathetic nature, profound understanding of the subconscious and the ability to access higher domain of consciousness.
Both the High Priestess and the Pisces emphasize duality and mystery, which is often represented by the veil separating the seen and unseen worlds. Pisces’ sensitivity and psychic tendencies mirror the High Priestess’ intuitive gifts, and without any doubt this pairing encourages introspection, trust in one’s inner voice, and the exploration of spiritual truths. Both pieces and the High Priestess invite one to embrace the unknown, honor intuition, and cultivate emotional awareness as a guide through life’s mysteries.
The High Priestess wears plain blue and white robes, which remind of the colors Mother Marry wore, the blue reminding us of peace, honor, emotional depth and stability, while white representing cleanliness, virginity and innocence. She also wears cascading, waterfall-like ruffled gown, which represents the vastness of the subconscious and water representing a purifier in spiritual ceremonies, as well as transmission of love from a higher source to lower, from mother to a child.
She sits with her hands in her lap, which are a sign of her acceptance and moderation, but her right hand is hidden (humility, higher perception), but her left hand holds a scroll where’s written TORAH (meaning guiding and teaching). She sits between two pillars, one black, one white. They represent strength and establishment, they govern left and right side of the brain, light and dark, yin and yang, masculine and feminine, exoteric and esoteric. The left side of the brain stands represents logical, rational practical, but also negativity and fight or flight response, while the right side of the brain represents intuition, creativity, being holistic, subjective opinion and positive thoughts. Pillars are in a form of lotus flower, symbolizing purity, divine beauty, spiritual awakening, and expansion of personal awareness. B is carved on a black pillar. It stands for Boaz, which means strength, but also Balkis, who was the Persian Queen of Saba, who was Salomon’s (Magician) wife. J is carved on white pillar. It stands for Jachin, which means to establish. J can be also seen as a reference to Jerusalem which king Solomon ruled. We can notice 78 lines on the white pillar, representing 78 cards of Tarot.
The veil behind the High Priestess is the fertile veil of sacrifice, resurrection, devotion. The veil as sign of a hidden knowledge, is adorned with dates, palms and pomegranates. They say pomegranates contain 613 seeds, which is also the number of 613 commandments of Torah which she holds in her left hand.
She is enlightened by the moon, bringing the sense of emotional influence. The High Priestess has a large lunar crescent at her feet, symbolizing the passage from darkness to the light. She also wears a moon crown, symbolizing waxing, waning and full moon, which we can observe as representation of the triple moon goddess Maiden at 20, Mother at 40 and Crone at 60. She is seated on a cubic stone at her feet, which is a symbol of the stability required to pursue the spiritual path.
The High Priestess has a large cross on her chest, symbolizing the balance between the four elements: fire, water, earth, and air. The cross also represents her divine feminine, but is also a symbol of spirituality and a connection to the divine, as well as a symbol of a Greek Cross, which unifies B and J, which is similar to the Magician’s As Above, so Below. In addition to this we can again connect Queen Balkis as being the foreteller of the Cult of the Holy Cross.
General Meaning of The High Priestess
The High Priestess card describes all aspects of the female gender including our connection to our inner soul, spirit and subconscious mind. It is the feminine, pasive and receiving form of the Divine. When the High Priestess is in the material world, she manifests through the subconscious mind, our dreams, and through our intuition.
In a reading, the High Priestess tarot card often represents the voice of your inner soul. The information comes to you through your intuition, so if you are feeling confused, anxious, or have bad thoughts and feelings, the the High Priestess is often the messenger of subconscious patterns that are keeping you locked up in negative energy and can only be healed by your Higher Self.
Do you trust your inner guidance? Can you rely on your inner knowing to guide you through the murky waters ahead? The answers to these questions, and many others, are within you. Be open to your inner voice and listen to it. The High Priestess is all about surrendering to the divine feminine within, so give yourself some space to listen and meditate.
The High Priestess card in a positive, strength, or advantage Tarot spread position signals support, inner calling, self-improvement, and the empowerment of women and girls. It’s a card of compassion, inner guidance, and the desire to help others. She is a strong female with all the gifts of a goddess—the physical, emotional, and spiritual strength of a superwoman. She can accomplish anything she sets out to do because she is wise, focused, and in tune with both her inner and outer lives.
The High Priestess signifies a strong female who is a spiritual expert – a card for spirituality, creativity, and divine feminine. She guides and counsels others who are seeking guidance through the mysteries of the unconscious, the divine feminine, and the divine feminine’s inner voice.
The High Priestess is a card of inner calling. She is a card of intuition, faith, and divine inspiration in which you learn something you never knew before. The more you trust your intuition, the more you will be able to let it guide you.
The High Priestess card in a negative, weakness, or obstacle Tarot spread position calls you to tune in to your higher self and use your inner wisdom to empower yourself so you can create a life you love. If the card doesn’t represent a person or situation, look at the supporting cards to better understand the cause of any negative energy.
When The High Priestess appears in a reading, you are being called on to connect with your intuition and divine feminine wisdom. This intuitive knowledge is so deep in you that you are not aware you have it. You may need to practice self-awareness and meditation to tune in to your intuition, especially if your subconscious mind is not ready to communicate with your conscious mind. You’ll need to use methods like meditation, visualization, and dream interpretation to make this transition.
The High Priestess means to get in tune with your feminine side. Look to your inner wisdom and find connection to your divine feminine self. Allow your inner wisdom to guide you. She whispers to you at all times. It is only your ego that gets in the way.
The High Priestess in the Context of Love and Relationships
If you’ve pulled The High Priestess after consulting Tarot about love and relationships, then the majority rules in favour of abstinence. Now isn’t the time to let your boundaries down. Your inner woman may need to remain a mystery, and your intuition and wisdom need to be utilised right now. The High Priestess tarot love meaning also suggests you may need to balance your relationship’s needs and independence in order to take the right path. Your partner may want to be close, but you may be hesitant. Should you go through this, you may have to compromise on your relationship – a decision will need to be made.
One interpretation of the High Priestess tarot love meaning is that there are new mysteries to be discovered about love life. When the High Priestess appear in a love reading, it can indicate the presence of another female figure in one’s life. She could be an ex that has come back into one’s life, or a friend with influence, or simply a mistress.
The High Priestess through feelings in a love Tarot reading symbolizes sensuality and intuition. When this card shows up, it indicates that you are in a romance that has everything to do with the subconscious. There is a strong likelihood that you will meet someone through this connection who has a similar vibration to you. If you’re single, this card demonstrates the possibilities for having relationships with someone who is also a highly intuitive being. You may discover that you’re compatible with this person on a soul level, as well as possibly sexually. The High Priestess upright in a romance Tarot spread might also indicate that you’re a person who is very romantic and believes in the divine feminine.
In more serious settings, the High Priestess tarot card is a sign that you might need to spend more time with someone you find very sensual and magnetic, regardless of your race, religion, or other social background. It is also a sign of relationships full of intuition and faith. If single, you may find love when you least expect it. If in a relationship, the person you have is already on the path they want to be in, and they are taking care of you. The person you are with will be loyal and supportive of the two of you.
The High Priestess is a symbol of a woman that is mysterious. Because of her power, she has knowledge of the world around her, but only shares this with those she loves. When she speaks, it is only to those she will connect with on a deeper level.
The High Priestess in the Context of Career
In a Tarot career reading, The High Priestess can predict that you will soon reach a breakthrough in your career. This might be in the form of a promotion, a significant position change, or a job offer. Since this card represents mystery and introspection, it can also be a sign that you will need to think carefully before making a decision when it comes to your career. You may receive a lot of advice from others about what to do, but it can be hard to separate fact from fiction when so many people hold so many viewpoints. Instead of judging the opinions of others, use your own judgement to make your decision.
The High Priestess card in a career reading describes a job or career path in which you have the chance to delve deeper into your intuitive gifts. The High Priestess advises you to trust your instincts about your current career. This may mean changing direction or following the calling of inner guidance without thinking too much or looking for others’ opinions.
The High Priestess in the Context of Finances
If you have questions about money and finances, The High Priestess Tarot card represents being discreet. This card is a revelation when it comes to what you value. This is a card about learning to trust something spiritual and not only your gut instinct. Your intuition guides you in life, but it isn’t always reliable. Sometimes we must rely on our rational minds and our higher spiritual self. If you are struggling to make ends meet, consider looking into some form of spiritual work, such as a Reiki teacher, psychometric healer, healer, or medium.
The High Priestess is also a card about patience and waiting. If the last few months have been stressful and your faith has been shaken, this card tells you you must be still and wait a little bit more.
In a finance Tarot reading The High Priestess card signals that you may be feeling very guarded and private when it comes to your financial state. This can occasionally manifest as paranoia or anxiety; on the other hand, there may be a reason for this. You may be experiencing a lot of stress at the moment, but knowing that you can rely on others can provide you with tremendous peace of mind. A lot of anxiety can be dispelled by simply being open about your situation and communicating with those around you.
Moreover, the High Priestess in the upright position regarding your finances advises you to consider your spiritual connections with money and your ability to receive guidance. You might feel uneasy while taking financial decisions owing to your current emotional state. Relying on some external assistance will be helpful for you to take appropriate decisions in your life, but most of all trust in your intuition and spiritual guidance more; this way, you would be able to make the right decisions.
In a financial Tarot reading, when you pull the High Priestess card, you should take a moment to look at things honestly and without deception. You know that dishonesty will only serve to keep you behind, or further away from your goals. You have worked hard for your money, and you’re not ready to share that wealth with anyone. When a business opportunity knocks on your door, The High Priestess advises you to use your inner wisdom and ask yourself, “Is this really what I want?” If you’re feeling tempted to take the deal, listen to your intuition instead. A sense of serenity and calmness will gradually enter your life.
The High Priestess in the Context of Health
If your question is about what should you focus on regarding health, The High Priestess card in a reading exposes that you should focus on spirituality. There is a high probability for your inner and spiritual beliefs to affect your health positively. Make sure you keep up with your religious practices, such as meditation, chanting, and reading tarot daily. This will keep you calm and give you all the mental strength and energy you need to move forward in life.
If your question is about what should be your focus when overcoming an illness, The High Priestess card in a reading exposes that you need to get more spiritual. This can happen through learning about otherworldly religion or through going on a pilgrimage or making a journey towards a sacred natural area. If the question is about what you can do to heal yourself, look for ways to connect with your inner self. Meditation, visualization, and/or hypnosis might be helpful in doing this. If you’re having health problems, you must become more spiritual and trust in the universe.
The High Priestess Card Through Spirituality and Self-Development
In a spirituality and self-development Tarot reading The High Priestess card signals that you are dealing with feelings of confusion and uncertainty at a deeper level. You are trying to understand your inner self with divine wisdom and inner knowledge, to gain insight you have needed for a long time, and to learn to trust your own inner voice.
When you’re asking Tarot about finding your purpose, and you’ve pulled The High Priestess, you’ll discover that there is a spiritual component that you’re meant to be embracing. She represents a woman who is in touch with her intuition and guides through her inner wisdom. The best way to learn to trust this is to follow your inner calling without a person telling you what to do. Be open to a new way of living so you can be a better person. Make this intention known by being honest.
The High Priestess also represents a psychic ability. There is a feeling of revelation that you’re going to have to trust if you want this new way of life to truly work. What is it that you are looking for? What changes would be good for you? What will bring you joy? Ask and listen to your intuition as you explore these life changes. For now, it can be difficult to ignore the pull of other people’s agendas. The High Priestess is a card about balance: what is it that you must do in order to succeed?
Is The High Priestess Yes or No Card?
When you’re asking Tarot yes or no question, and you’ve pulled The High Priestess, the answer is yes. This card typically denotes a sense of mystery, serenity, and faith. Just keep in mind that whatever it is you desire will come to pass slowly, if it is at all.
The High Priestess as a Person
This is someone who is both nurturing and protective of those she loves. She also enjoys mystery and is well protected from the outside world. Those that pull this card like to spend time alone, and often don’t like to socialize.
The High Priestess often symbolizes older women who are wiser than they look. She is mysterious and beautiful. She represents the highest levels of intuition and psychic ability. Often, she is linked to the Moon, which symbolizes the unconscious levels of our being. It is the gateway to things that we are not ready to digest consciously, making it also a card of seclusion, of secrets, and of mystery. Those who draw the High Priestess are often a good distance away from the material world, spending much of their time in the realms of the subconscious and the unknown.
The High Priestess card as a person reveals that a person is a mix of intuition and intelligence. They are intuitive and they have learned a lot in the process of their life, too. They get inspired by reading the books and they are very loyal to their inner self. They know many things behind the veil of death, they know about the mysteries of the universe and they know about many other things. But still more than that, they are also intelligent women who learn the best techniques of their ancestors and they try to adapt them in their ways to benefit others. They get inspired by their ancestors’ accomplishments.
The High Priestess as a Feeling
When drawing The High Priestess as a feeling, a card describes a subconscious process, intuitive information and knowledge about a situation in your life. This knowledge is coming from within yourself – you are tapping into your inner wisdom, but in order to access this knowledge, you will need to tune into your subconscious mind.
The High Priestess card can suggest that there is a secret part of yourself that you have been keeping hidden – your shadow side. Because this part of yourself is intuitive, it is wiser and wiser as you grow. Much of what you know has come to you from within yourself. When you are in tune with your intuition, your subconscious mind speaks to your conscious mind – you receive your answers from within.
The High Priestess in the upright position serves as an indicator that you should pay attention to your inner experiences and the information they are giving you. You will find your solution in intuitive messages.
What Is The High Priestess Card as a Positive Card, Strength, and Advantage?
This card tells you to trust your instincts and follow your intuition. If you’re questioning a choice, you’ll be shown the answer after the events that follow the decision have taken place.
The High Priestess card in a positive, strength, or advantage Tarot spread position tells you that you are a channel for Divine connection and divine knowledge. Divine knowledge is the ability to comprehend something to the highest spiritual potential. You are in tune with the wisdom of the universe and are able to communicate this consciousness to others through your personal understanding and spiritual awareness. You are wise beyond your years, and people are drawn to you for the depth of your understanding. You have a firm foundation in your own values and ethics, so you can impart that to others and create a strong foundation on which to build your life and relationships. In a relationship, the High Priestess symbolizes compatibility, balance, and support.
The High Priestess upright card is a good omen, especially for women. With this card on your side, you will have the answers and support you need to move forward on your path and achieve your goals. You will gain confidence along the way, and any fear that might have kept you from asking for what you want will go right out the window.
The High Priestess as an Obstacle
When The High Priestess appears in a negative, weakness, or obstacle Tarot spread position, it symbolizes fear, anxiety, and negative feelings. It can represent something that prevents you from living the life you were meant to have. There is a lack of substance, inspiration, or originality. Are you letting fear and negative feelings keep you from achieving your dreams and living a fulfilling life? Do you find it hard to believe in your capabilities? Or are you going through a particularly challenging time in your personal or professional life that is making you feel unsure of yourself?
When it comes to challenges and obstacles, The High Priestess can represent feeling stuck, like a deer in the headlights. It may be difficult for you to see the path forward. It can mean being out of touch with your intuition and your subconscious mind, which can slow down the flow of information. You might find yourself feeling uneasy or uncomfortable if you try to access this part of your consciousness, and you might have lost the ability to hear your inner voice. You’ve lost touch with your inner self and your ‘inner knowledge’. The more you suppress these feelings, the more you will withdraw from them, and the more you will suffer.
When The High Priestess card appears in a negative position that is about weakness, or obstacle in a Tarot reading, the message the card sends is one of unrequited love, lost objects, blocked creative inspiration, and the blocking of intuitive abilities. Because she has all the power, the High Priestess can offer many gifts to mankind-her presence is an embodiment of all good things. If The High Priestess comes in a reading about you, you might be feeling insecure, abandoned, and powerless at the moment.
The High Priestess Card as a Future Outcome
The High Priestess card in a future outcome Tarot spread position tells you that a significant thought will develop to you through your subconscious mind. Even though you may not be able to understand the significance of this, it will be there. You need to follow it and discover the secret behind it. The High Priestess upright also indicates that you must think deeply, ponder, and get into your inner being before making any firm judgments. The best path forward is to make sound judgments after you have done some contemplation.
The High Priestess upright also warns you against allowing anyone to influence or manipulate you or your decisions because you are inclined to allow your own inner voice to be heard. Your intuition is a powerful source of energy that should be encouraged. Try to listen to your inner voice when it comes to making decisions. The High Priestess represents mystery to a lot because it implies that you should pay attention to your inner voice and the feelings that may come with it. The only way to attain the truth is through your inward feelings.
When The High Priestess appear in a future outcome position, it is a representation of intuition, psychic knowledge, and the feminine gender. It shows that you have a great deal of potential in your psychic abilities. You have the innate capacity to gain access to the subconscious, to tap into your spiritual guides, and to tune into your inner being. It is also a symbol of your connection to femininity. The High Priestess often indicates a powerful female. She is an older lady, but not necessarily a motherly one. She represents wisdom and the ability to master life. She is both an angel and a vengeful one. One of the main characteristics of The High Priestess is to be intuitive and to use her inner voice and instincts to guide her through life. The High Priestess also advises you to listen to your inner self and your inner voice. The High Priestess shows you the power of the subconscious mind.
The High Priestess Card as a Prediction of When an Event Will Occur
When you’re asking Tarot when will a certain happening occur and you get The High Priestess card, it usually signifies a timing of twelve months or less, or it could indicate a season of Pisces, which is from the end of February to March.
The High Priestess as a timing card suggests an event will unfold when the time is intuitively right, and this timing often aligns with the cycles of the Moon. This card emphasizes patience and the idea that unseen forces are at play, and they are orchestrating the perfect moment. Events tied to this card may occur during nighttime, around a significant lunar phase, or when intuition guides decisive action. The High Priestess doesn’t point to a specific date, but instead offers the idea of divine timing. She is urging you to trust in the process and signals that clarity will emerge when the unseen becomes illuminated.