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The High Priestess
major Arcana·#2
Upright Meaning
IntuitionSacred knowledgeDivine feminineThe subconscious
The High Priestess sits between two pillars — one black (Boaz), one white (Jachin) — representing duality and the threshold between the seen and unseen worlds. The scroll in her lap marked 'TORA' holds esoteric wisdom, only partially revealed. The crescent moon at her feet connects her to cycles and intuition. She does not act; she knows. She guards the veil between the conscious and unconscious mind.
Reversed Meaning
SecretsWithdrawalSilenceDisconnection from intuition
Reversed, The High Priestess suggests a disconnection from your inner voice. You may be ignoring your intuition in favor of rational analysis, or you may be keeping secrets — from others or from yourself. There is knowledge available to you that you are not accessing. The question is whether you are afraid of what you might find.
Quick Reference
- Arcana
- major
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- 2