The Hierophant doesn’t seem to be one of the most common cards pulled in the Tarot for a reading. He’s important though, and he is definitely worth knowing about.
What does it mean for you if you’ve pulled him? How can this card help you? What knowledge can you obtain by flipping over the Hierophant Tarot card?
Looking at the picture you can tell it’s a spiritual card, but to what extent? What does it have to do with love, finances, or business? Keep reading so you can learn what the Hierophant has to offer!
The Brief History Of The Hierophant Tarot Card
Beginning in the 14th century, playing cards were a big deal. The Tarot cards were created to make a new card game that no one had played before. The suits of the Tarot were equivalent to the suits in playing cards.
The Major Arcana were created to serve as trump cards in the deck. In fact, some people still use the Tarot decks for games. There are some that still have “Tarot Card Game” on the box they come in.
In the late 1800s and early 1900s, things started to change with the onset of the spiritualism movement. There were séances, Ouija boards being created, automatic writing began, and other forms of divination.
The Tarot deck was now something that could be used to contact the dead as well as be used for fortune telling. Many people began using cards to look into their own future or to have fun with their friends.
The most popular deck ever made was the Rider-Waite deck in 1901. It’s been used far and wide by a variety of people. It’s the most comprehensive and easy deck that can be used today.
1. The Basic Definition Of The Hierophant Tarot Card
The Hierophant Tarot card’s meaning is very deep spiritually. It’s a matter of beliefs and spirituality. This card may mean that you’re going to get some spiritual advice from someone who is advanced with their knowledge.
It may also be someone who performs weddings or other services that you’re seeking out. This may be someone who is there for you when you need blessings in your life.
Another angle to look at this would be that this card is telling you it’s time to work at adapting or really thinking about your beliefs. Are they in tune with your life? If they aren’t, then you may need to take another path.
The Hierophant card may also be an institution that can train or teach you core values. If you’re a party animal, then this card can be a warning that you need to work harder at resisting temptations in your life.
In other words, seek your spirit and follow what it tells you rather than the voice that tells you to party or do what you want. There is a time and place for everything.
Seeing the Hierophant means that you must pay attention right now because it’s time for you to stay on the straight and narrow for your own good. Stay safe in all aspects of your life.
The Hierophant imposes restrictions and rules when it’s upright.
2. The Hierophant Tarot Card Definition (Reversed)
The Hierophant Tarot card means that you must find your own way when it’s in reverse. You do not have an adviser or teacher, and so you have to use self-reliance to get through your life.
It may mean you’re spiritually independent, a free thinker, and not bound by a religious way of living. You’re not bound to a certain path, thus, allowing you to choose for yourself.
Anything you could ever want to know is within you. You do not need to learn from someone else what the meaning of life is.
You live life without restrictions or rules when it comes to your belief system. The negative side of this, however, is that you may not have a belief system at all.
You may be headed down a path of self-destruction. If you’re someone in power, then you may be abusing such power. Are you doing it to benefit yourself? That’s not why you have this power.
You find yourself questioning why religions have codes of conduct and why it feels like it tells you what to do when you should be free to choose.
Seeing the Hierophant Tarot card in reverse may be telling you to do what is right for you. Your inner self knows what that is.
3. Love And The Hierophant Tarot Card (Upright)
Certainly, since this card is about deep spiritual commitment, the Hierophant Tarot card means a relationship taking the next big step. This can even mean marriage, given that this card also represents someone who can perform weddings.
If it’s not a big grand gesture of marriage, then it can still mean that a couple is becoming more than what they were. Someone single is now forming a relationship with someone.
A couple who has only been sort of talking or dating may now be exclusive and more serious. This is actually a very good card when it comes to love and relationships.
You and your partner may be on the same page spiritually as well. This is something that can indicate that you’ve found your soul mate! It’s that feeling like you’re almost the same person.
When you get this reading asking about your partner or potential partner, then this is something that indicates things getting more serious for you and possibly that this is “the one.”
You finally have a love that is worth fighting for and keeping for the long haul. It may symbolize your partner as your person.
4. Love And The Hierophant Tarot Card (Reversed)
Seeing the reversed Hierophant Tarot card means that maybe you and your partner have become complacent or even stale. Things aren’t as they once were, and now, you’re not sure about them.
You may have felt very close in the beginning, but now, over time, you are realizing that your morals and values just aren’t lining up the way you had hoped for.
It’s also possible that it’s not your values and morals but rather that you’ve become bored with each other. You lack the adventure and excitement you had before.
This card may be a warning for you that if you and your partner do not keep things fresh and exciting, that you two may get to a place of not being all that happy together anymore.
That would mean that you need to work really hard at finding things that the two of you can do that make you both feel like a new and happy loving couple.
All is not lost; you can still find a middle ground and a way to have a union that works for the greater good.
One last thing is that you need to trust your own intuition as gaining advice from the Tarot about your love life right now may not be the best plan. Yes, I know that’s crazy!
Why in the world shouldn’t you get advice about it? Well, it’s a deep matter between you and your partner that can only be solved by talking together and compromising.
5. Finances, Job, And Career With The Hierophant Tarot Card (Upright)
In business, you may find yourself as a leader or teacher in what you do. Even if you are not technically “the teacher,” you may still be teaching others somehow so that they can better themselves.
A team is something to treasure and who better to lead that team than you? You may actually find better success in your business by pairing off or working in groups.
The Hierophant Tarot card means that you may be in the hands of a mentor. If it’s not the case, then perhaps you are the mentor yourself. There is a great deal of learning and sharing going on.
This card may be a warning about making sure that your money is safe. Savings is a fantastic idea for you in the present time. You’re building a future nest egg and at worst, you have money for an emergency.
The Hierophant may also be suggesting to you to try doing some business on the side. A side hustle can help you stow away money for a later date. On occasion, the side hustles can turn into your main investment or career!
Work with others to achieve goals right now, rather than working separately. There is success in numbers, so stick with what you know and who you know as it’s a mutually beneficial situation.
6. Finances, Job, And Career With The Hierophant Tarot Card (Reversed)
The reversed Hierophant Tarot card means that your job or career isn’t exciting anymore. You’re bored with what you’re doing or just with your environment.
You may be really tired of working for the same company but aren’t doing anything to change it. You feel sort of stuck and not sure what you can do at this point.
The thing is… you’re not without options. The card is warning you to start planning and thinking of your escape plan to something better that makes you feel more fulfilled.
The reversal of the Hierophant may indicate switching your money to a new account or rather opening a secondary one. The main one can be for bills and expenses and the new for travel or something else you really want to do.
Finding a new way to keep track of your cash flow may be at hand. Something else is that you may be taking some financial risks at this time. I would definitely look at the cards around this one.
If you only pulled one card, then I suggest you pull another for clarity on whether you’re taking good risks or if they’re harmful so that you can decide what to do next.
7. The Hierophant Tarot Card As A Person (Upright)
The Hierophant Tarot card means the person you’re asking about or is popping up in your reading is someone of great spiritual leadership. This could be someone giving you advice.
This person is someone with great power and can sometimes seem a bit “larger than life.” Some describe him as pompous. I know that sounds confusing because he’s supposed to be a good man, right?!
Well, he is full of spiritual knowledge and faith. The thing is, his power makes him sometimes “holier than thou.” Granted, this is the type of person you have to show great respect to.
Even if he seems to have a big ego, treat him as best as you can, because he may play a very important role in your future. This natural-born leader may help you in ways you wouldn’t have realized.
This may be someone you’re trying to get approval or consent to when it comes to marriage or other life questions. He can and will help you as long as you allow him to be honest with you.
This person can be a teacher to you or someone you already greatly respect. They come up in your cards to remind you that you need to be grateful for their help in your life.
8. The Hierophant Tarot Card As A Person (Reversed)
The Hierophant Tarot card in reverse represents a person who is very stubborn in their ways. They may believe differently than you and aren’t swayed by your logic.
They have full faith in their beliefs and aren’t about to give them up for anyone. It may be someone who doesn’t easily accept others who do not follow their core beliefs.
In fact, this person can be judgmental or snobby towards others. If it’s not someone else but actually represents you, then you may need to look at how you treat other people so you can change.
Of course, if you’re looking into your partner, then the reversed Hierophant Tarot card is telling you that they aren’t about conventional thinking. They may seem unusual.
This person may just seem very unusual to you or to others that see them with you. That doesn’t really mean much because love is love. Just remember how you intuitively feel about them and follow that.
9. Advice From The Hierophant Tarot Card In A Reading
When you’re trying to get advice from the Hierophant Tarot card, you may need to take a typical type of approach. Right now isn’t the best time to think outside of the box.
This can be about love or anything else for that matter. Normally thinking outside of the box is a good thing but there are also times where you should follow the status quo.
Whatever you’re asking about, the Hierophant says stick to what you know, as now isn’t the time to change things up. Stick to traditions and the rules that go with them.
Risky behavior right now isn’t a good choice. There will come a day where taking risks is a good thing, but stay the course for now. There may be other factors at play right now.
Ask for advice from someone who knows what they’re talking about, as they could provide you with a great deal of information and assistance.
Being conservative right now is the best route until things change. You’ll find greater success on your course. Trust in your beliefs and your core values.
If the Hierophant Tarot card is reversed, then you may perceive things differently from most. If not you, then the other person you’re asking about may be unusual in the way they live or think.
10. The Hierophant Tarot Card As Feelings
This is a difficult card to decipher feelings from. The Hierophant Tarot card meaning is conservative. The person may not be very expressive when it comes to how they feel.
This person is the silent type who will show you how much they care. This card may actually mean that they are ready for commitment or they already are committed to you and the relationship.
It’s not a card that screams romance and grand passion. It’s more like the old school way. The person wants to court you and get ready for the future ahead but may not say “I love you” very much.
They just aren’t “feely.” If this isn’t about your partner or potential partner, then this could also be describing you and how someone else sees you. This may be your feeling toward them.
Whoever this is representing, there is a feeling of keeping things in control. Not to say one of you is controlling but it’s more about not being too revealing about your or their feelings.
If the card is in reverse, then the other person shows love in a very unusual way… different than you would expect, which makes you feel confused.
This person is very different and doesn’t live life like everyone else.
11. The Hierophant Card Meaning Regarding Children
If the Hierophant comes up when you’re asking about your child or children, the card may be telling you that they are very intelligent and absorb all they study.
If your child loves you but doesn’t show a whole lot of emotion, it’s because they are focused on the logistics of family and how one should act. The child may be an old soul.
Your kid somehow prefers the old way of doing things rather than the modern world. The child will be nothing like the millennial generation. They seem to act proper and conservative.
It’s also true that the child you are asking about is growing up quite spiritual. You may notice the desire to study various religions and find fascination in all of it.
They’re forming their own spiritual beliefs. The Hierophant sometimes means that the child you are asking about may be on a course to become a spiritual leader.
There are situations where the Hierophant is describing you and your way of raising your children. You are conservative with the rules and insist they take part in your belief system.
When the Hierophant Tarot card is reversed, your child may be kind of different from others. They seem odd to others but in fact, they just see things in a way that others may not approve of.
Your child may be very independent in thoughts and beliefs. That is perfectly alright!
12. Health And The Hierophant Tarot Card
If you’re dealing with illness and you pull the Hierophant card, it’s telling you to stick to the doctor’s advice and medication. They know best and whatever you’re sick with, you don’t want to get worse.
This is something that is telling you that unconventional methods are not right for you at this time and not for what ails you.
It also suggests getting into a better health regimen so that you can ward off illness. Exercise and a traditional healthy diet are best for you. You can consult with someone of great knowledge in this area.
Avoid toxins to the body such as drugs and alcohol. Take the right path to heal and you’ll be just fine.
If the Hierophant Tarot card is reversed, then it’s saying you’re trying to look to unconventional ways of healing. This might suggest trying something you have never tried before.
This would be doing things such as hot stone therapy, massage therapy, or acupuncture. All are known for their healing abilities. This is especially true if you’ve been neglecting your health.
13. The Hierophant Card Answer “Yes” Or “No”
The Hierophant is not the clearest card when you’re trying to ask a “yes” or “no” question, as it actually means “maybe.” That is frustrating because you’re not getting the answer you really wanted.
The thing is when you get a card like this that says “maybe,” it’s because there are decisions that still need to be made by you or the other person. Until you decide, things will be at an unrest.
Whether it ends up being a “yes” or “no” will completely depend on you or the other person you may be asking about. Even when you pull it all by itself, it’s saying, that’s up for you to decide.
No one wants this type of answer, but that’s how it is. Based on your religion or belief system, this card may be saying that you should pray or manifest the answer.
A higher power may be waiting to aid you so that you can choose and make your answer more solid.
When the reversed Hierophant card comes out, it still means the same thing. You may need to make some adjustments to your beliefs so that you can come out on top.
14. The Hierophant Tarot Card In Position
Just as with all the cards, the stand-alone version of the Hierophant doesn’t change a whole lot when there are other cards involved. The position that it’s in does make a bit of a difference.
It’s really important to take an overall look. I suggest you try this wonderfully easy three-card spread if you’re doing this for yourself or even for someone else. It’s fantastic for beginners.
This is what it looks like if the Hierophant is one of the cards within the three cards you pulled:
The Hierophant in Past Position:
The Hierophant Tarot card in the past position means that you’ve made a commitment and are ready to fulfill your path ahead. Whether it’s a commitment with someone, a business deal, or to yourself, you’re on board for what is to come.
The reversed Hierophant Tarot card means you weren’t ready for a commitment, as you saw things differently. You didn’t buckle down and prepare yourself.
It may also mean that you just don’t agree with how things are going and you’d like to try something else.
The Hierophant in Present Position:
The Hierophant card in the present means you’re evaluating your beliefs and your spirituality. You may be currently undergoing a new commitment in which you fully believe is right for you. You’re currently studying all about spirit.
When the card is reversed, you’re trying to take your own path and not really thinking in traditional terms. You may not be ready to commit to someone or they aren’t ready.
The Hierophant in Future Position:
In the future position, the Hierophant means that something is leading you to commitment coming up. That may be marriage, a more serious relationship, or a religious ceremony of some sort.
If a person, it may be showing you someone of serious stature is coming into your life. If not someone else, then you are ready to meet the right person with whom you believe to be your soul mate.
Of course, when this card is reversed, then it may be saying you’re about to go through some soul searching and may require the help of someone who is unconventional in their beliefs.
15. The Lessons The Hierophant Wants To Teach You
The Hierophant is definitely a spiritual teacher. This leader wants you to know some core things so that you can live a fulfilled, healthy, and spiritually rich life ahead.
Here are important things for you to learn and remember going forward:
- Always do the right thing in all situations.
- Follow the rules when it’s something significant.
- Hold fast to your beliefs, as they are the core of who you are.
- Do not let anyone sway your dedication.
- Seek spiritual advice when you feel things are amiss.
- Be a teacher or example for others to follow on their paths.
- You are never too old to learn new things.
- Listen to your teachers. They have experience and know that of which they speak.
- Learn all that you can about your chosen course in life.
- Do what your intuition guides you to.
- All the answers you could ever want are inside of you.
- Learn to be still and listen to your inner voice. It’s very wise!
These are all amazing lessons that can and will help you on your journey in this life. Believe in yourself because you contain so much spiritual pull. You ARE enough!
16. Astrology And The Hierophant Tarot Card
What is the tie between Astrology and the Hierophant Tarot card? Well, it’s associated with the Zodiac sign Taurus. This would make you or the person you’re asking about a very hard-working, stable individual.
This person sticks to tradition and routines. The Taurus is an Earth sign which, again, is very stable and reliable. The Earth elements are people who don’t let much shake them.
They believe in what is happening when it’s happening. The Earth makes you feel grounded and in tune with the planet. So too is the Hierophant.
It’s so neat how beautifully they tie in together. It all makes perfect sense. This person is slow to commitment and methodical. They don’t show love very easily and feel it’s best to prove it rather than say it.
There is an affirmation that goes along with it which is: “The Divine is already in me.” The confidence that everything is the way it should be is what comes out of this card for Taurus and for the Hierophant.
17. One more thing here…
Taurus is ruled by the planet Venus that symbolizes love, commitment, passion, beauty, and pleasure. That being said, this is something deep inside the Hierophant even when he/she doesn’t particularly show it.
They feel things deeply and don’t verbalize them. They’re the strong silent type by far.
18. The Hierophant Tarot Card In Numerology
The number on the Hierophant Tarot card is the number five. In numerology, the number five brings about transition or change in one’s life. This number is also about freedom of expression and having an adventure.
Change doesn’t have to mean boring. It can mean excitement and accepting a new path ahead. Something else really interesting is when you keep seeing the 555 number sequences.
The 555 is letting you know that you’re in for a huge change – whether you want one or not. It’s something for your greater good and it’s better for you to believe it and accept it.
Now, if your Life Path Number in Numerology is five, then your purpose is to help other people make the changes needed in their own lives. You naturally inspire change.
You’re the stability that people seek out to help them figure out their own way to make it in the world. When you come into their lives, you inspire change. You might notice that after you, they totally take a different path.
Of course, if you are craving some change, then seeing the number five or the five sequence will be a welcoming sight.
One more thing… the number five is associated with the planet Mercury! This goes hand in hand with using your own brain power in figuring things out. When the number comes around you, it’s telling you there is a lesson there.
The number five on the Hierophant card represents peace and harmony. Wow that’s a load of information, isn’t it?!
19. When You Keep Pulling The Hierophant Tarot Card
The Hierophant card tends to come up frequently when there is something important that you need to learn. There may be a fast-approaching commitment of some sort that you need to be aware of.
It may be that the Hierophant wants you to have faith and trust in a change that is going to be happening for you. Accept it, believe in it, and know that it’s for your greater good.
The card may also be letting you know that someone like this may be coming into your life. You may actually be committing to this person or will be their student.
You can learn a lot from the Hierophant person. A wedding or ceremony may be approaching that will require your presence. It may be someone close to you like a best friend or family member. They want you there!
There are some important lessons that you’re going to be learning soon and it’s best to embrace those lessons as it will lead you to a path that is true.
The card also reminds you to trust your intuition because it knows anything you could ever want to know.
It’s time to wake up and pay attention to your spiritual quest!
If you’ve pulled the card in reverse, then it’s telling you that you need a bit of work. It also means you need to seek your answers within.
That’s right; you actually know all the answers and secrets to the Universe. Okay, not the “outer” you, but your inner self definitely knows all there is to know!
The reversed Hierophant card says to trust in your own inner voice and seek the wisdom it wants to give you. Meditation is the best way to get there. There is no need to seek anyone else out for this.
You are connected to your source and that allows you to know anything at any time. You just have to work at training yourself to access higher knowledge.
20. Symbols For The Hierophant Tarot Card
Looking at the Hierophant Tarot card, there is a person in power sitting on a throne. They’re wearing a crown, revealing their importance. Though he seems like a priest or pope, it doesn’t have to represent Catholicism.
It simply means the spiritual commitment that is necessary for one to get through life.
At his feet are two people who are following his lead. They are his students. Between the two people appears to be two keys. This represents the keys to the kingdom through spiritual wholeness.
So, there are a few symbols here that have significance. The two men at his feet wish to learn what it takes to access the keys to the kingdom. He’s ready to teach them.
There are several crosses in this card that have to do with eternal life and the wisdom that comes from it.
If you find yourself committed to your spiritual path, then the Hierophant makes sense.
A Hierophant Tarot card tattooed on you will definitely signify how deep your commitment is. Then again, you can get some of the aspects of the card tattooed without the crosses if you are not religious.
Perhaps the symbol of your own religion or belief system in tandem with the Roman number five and the two keys would be an amazing piece of art for your skin.
21. Spirituality And The Hierophant Tarot Card
What else can I say about this card that I haven’t already said? I’ve mentioned throughout the whole article that this is a very spiritual card. This is the highest commitment you can make to your beliefs.
Whether you believe in a religion or you are more of a spiritualist, it makes no difference. As long as you’re doing your best to commit to how you live. Are you actually following the rules or lessons that your beliefs require?
It may be that you get this card because it’s time for you to dig deeper into what you believe in and try to live the life that it requires. Eat better, pray more, meditate, or go to church (or gathering).
Surely there is some sort of ritual you do no matter what you believe. Even Buddhism requires faith and prayer practice in a regular way.
The card may have you questioning what you believe in. Maybe you need to go through a soul-searching time that will help you tune in with something bigger than you.
Again, this card could mean a commitment of a different kind such as marriage or deepening your connection with someone. That in itself is very spiritual and is a ritual.
If you aren’t sure where you’re headed with your beliefs, then you should start talking to leaders in various areas or go to the library to study. Surely you can find what feels right to you.
I truly hope this has helped you to understand the beautiful path the Hierophant has in store for you.
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I wish you all the luck of the Universe!
Your friend and Relationship Astrologer,
Anna Kovach
