The High Priestess

Number: 2

Planet: The Moon

Typically, The High Priestess is featured as a female sitting between two pillars on her throne wearing a veil and holding a book. The threefold moon headdress represents the maid, the mother and the crone; her connection between spirit, earth and the underworld. Her veil symbolises the fine line between what can be seen in reality and what can be seen in spirit. She is the ultimate symbol of the divine feminine and her book holds the key to wisdom only she can know. When working with the High Priestess in a reading, she represents intuition and the need to listen to one's gut instinct on matters. Psychic ability is strong and her presence highlights the need to connect with one's spiritual side.

In Love

Those that are seeking new partners need to embrace the time alone before embarking on relationships. Time is needed to reflect and seek inner clarity. Do not be afraid of being single. Listen to your inner voice. For those that are in relationships, it is necessary to make space for some inner reflection and possibly nurture one's spiritual side. Her presence can also represent the meeting of a female that is deeply spiritual, wise and restrained.

In Work

The High Priestess can represent the novice, or a person that is embarking on gaining knowledge in an area of which they know little about. Do not be afraid to allow your instinct to guide you to the answers you are trying to find. This card can reflect a need to delve into a career where spirituality is dominant or one in which the psychic arts prevail. If there are issues at work, then the need to take a step back and reflect on a situation is well advised.

Reversed

Not listening to one's intuition can create difficulties in the area of questioning. Overlooking "red flags" will eventually lead to disappointment or distress. Do not be misled or easily influenced by others. Not knowing the answer straight away indicates a need to withdraw and reflect. Vanity and ego can also negatively impact one's perception.