The High Priestess

What Does The High Priestess Tarot Card Mean?

The High Priestess is a powerful symbol of intuition, mystery, and wisdom. If you look at the background of basically any High Priestess card, you will see two columns. Those columns symbolize the duality of everything in life and the need to balance the opposites. Jumping to extremes is never a wise decision, which is what The High Priestess is trying to say (among other things).

This card encourages you to look beyond the surface and tap into your inner knowledge and intuition; it’s an interesting card to draw during a professional tarot reading session online. It represents our connection with the spiritual and emphasizes the importance of looking below the surface. The High Priestess suggests that answers to your questions will not come through conventional wisdom but through quiet reflection and listening to your inner voice.

The High Priestess Upright Tarot Card Meaning

The High Priestess card in an upright position symbolizes the inherent quality of inner wisdom. This means that all of us possess wisdom, which is derived from mistakes and learning experiences. This tarot card also emphasizes the role of gut feelings and instincts when it comes to dealing with day-to-day situations. If you draw the upright High Priestess, know that she encourages you to trust your instincts and look beyond the obvious.

The High Priestess Tarot Card Meaning: Love & Relationships

If you draw The High Priestess when asking the deck something about your love life, know that the card advises you to pay attention to what is unspoken or hidden. Relationships are rarely easy, and it might be helpful to examine the things about your partnership you don’t usually think of.

If there is something that bothers you about your current relationship, you need to reflect on it and, most importantly, trust your intuition. One of the ways to interpret The High Priestess is, “If something feels off, it likely is” (or, on the contrary, “If it feels right, trust your gut”).

The High Priestess Meaning: Money & Career

The job that you’ve always dreamt of is slowly coming your way. In other words, you will soon be equipped with the knowledge that will lead you towards a successful career. Your creativity will also play a huge role when you start climbing the ladder of success. Also, when you start earning a steady income, avoid disclosing it to friends and family. At times, people can use such information against you just for personal gain.

Upright Meaning: Past

If you draw The High Priestess when inquiring about your past, it means that the deck is trying to remind you about a time when your intuition played a key role. Think of such situations in the past and use them as a reminder that your inner voice is wiser than you give it credit for. Listen to it, even if other people are telling you something else.

The High Priestess Reversed Tarot Card Meaning

As is often the case with reversed cards, The High Priestess in the reversed position has a less positive meaning. It suggests a disconnection from intuition or difficulty accessing your inner wisdom. Possibly, the cards are trying to let you know that you are unknowingly ignoring your intuition. They encourage you to start listening to yourself instead of others.

Alternatively, the reversed High Priestess might be a sign that you aren’t thinking of the situation that bothers you deeply enough. You don’t examine the things below the surface, which might lead to unfortunate outcomes. The cards advise you to dig deeper and not be afraid to ask hard-hitting questions.

The High Priestess Tarot Card Meaning: Love & Relationships

It’s quite possible that you have an attractive personality that someone admires. But you don’t know if you should let this person into your life or not. You might start questioning their intentions, which could lead to second thoughts.

If you are already in a relationship, The High Priestess recommends you and your partner talk more openly to one another. Don’t hesitate to express your feelings, even if you think that your partner might not take it well. No matter how difficult the conversation is, honesty is always the best strategy in the long run.

The High Priestess Meaning: Money & Career

A 9-5 job is not easy. It can make you feel as if you’ve drifted away from reality. You start to feel isolated and alone, which will make you unproductive. Also, the deck warns you that you must always think about your financial situation before you borrow money from someone. Unless you’re certain that you’ll be able to repay the lending party, try to find another way to build up finances.

Reversed Meaning: Past

If you ask the deck about your past and get The High Priestess, it might mean that the cards are trying to draw your attention to past situations where you ignored your intuition or missed deeper understanding. Perhaps you overlooked your intuition, and it cost you your success. Reflect on what your mistake was back then to make sure it doesn’t happen again.

Is The High Priestess a Yes or No Card?

Upright High Priestess Meaning: Yes or No

If you draw the upright High Priestess when asking a yes or no question, the answer isn’t fully clear; it’s a maybe rather than a yes or no. The cards encourage you to look into yourself and search for an answer. Also, it’s possible that you need more time and information before the answer reveals itself. Don’t rush things and think everything through.

Reversed High Priestess Meaning: Yes or No

However, if you ask the deck a yes or no question and draw the reversed High Priestess, it’s a no. Before you take the next step, you need to study the situation at hand better; there are some hidden factors that you aren’t fully aware of yet.

Reading The High Priestess in a Spread

The cards you draw together with the High Priestess in a spread affect its meaning. Here are a few examples:

The Moon. When drawn together, The Moon and The High priestess point your attention to your subconscious and the hidden truth you might need to uncover to get the answers you seek. Perhaps it makes sense to think of your recent dreams to understand what your subconscious is trying to tell you.

The Magician. In contrast, a pairing of The Magician and The High Priestess represents the balance between the conscious and the subconscious (or the rational and the inexplicable). You need to pay close attention to both.

The Fool. The Fool is the symbol of new adventures and opportunities. When you draw it next to The High Priestess, the deck suggests that the new journey you are about to embark on requires you to listen to your intuition and trust your gut.

The Hierophant. As a representation of established traditions and conventional wisdom, The Hieraphant complements the meaning of The High Priestess. The cards advise you to listen to your inner voice while also following the “typical” route, at least to some extent.

The Empress. When drawn together, these two cards emphasize the feminine energy of intuition, creativity, and nurturing. You are about to experience a period of creativity and spiritual growth, especially if you identify as a woman.