Unit 6: Tarot - The High Priestess
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The High
Priestess - Get
yourself out of the way and become attuned to a more spiritual view.
General Meaning
The High Priestess is a Major Arcana, or "trump" card,
that represents human wisdom. The High Priestess can be viewed as a kind of
female Pope (a Papess), or the ancient Egyptian Priestess of Isis, the even
more ancient snake and bird goddesses, the Greek goddess Persephone, or Eve,
before the fall.
For the accused heretics who were burnt at the stake for revering
her in the 14th and 15th century, the Priestess symbolized the prophecy of the
return of the Holy Spirit, which was perceived as the female aspect of the Holy
Trinity.
In terms of the Major Arcana ordering of cards, The High Priestess
appears in the sequence as soon as the Fool decides he wants to develop his
innate powers, making a move toward becoming a Magician. The High Priestess is
his first teacher, representing the inner life and the method for contacting
it, as well as the contemplative study of nature and spiritual mystery.
In the Advice Position
Put self-cultivation at the top of your daily priority list.
The card in the Advice position suggests a course of action which
will harmonize what you want with what is currently possible.
The High Priestess advises you to adhere to your chosen spiritual
practice on a more regular basis. If you want the benefits of evolution, you'll
have to cooperate with spirit. We all have distractions, demands -- a whole
life full of reasons why we cannot find the time to retreat into our inner
sanctum.
Until you consider this as vital to your well-being as the need to
eat and sleep, you are likely to be eternally restless and deeply dissatisfied.
A spiritual routine that suits your temperament, practiced every day, is the
most trustworthy path to freedom.
Gems/Crystals
As
ancient as the moon itself, Moonstone
holds the power of mystery. Its secrets are locked beneath a pearly veil, and
with them, our own hidden truths. Only within its reflected light can we begin
to understand what it has to teach us. Moonstone is foremost a talisman of the
inward journey, taking one deep into the self to retrieve what is missing, the
parts of the soul left behind or forgotten, then brought to light.
Pearls symbolize wisdom acquired through experience. They are believed to
attract wealth and luck as well as offer protection. Known for their calming
effect, pearls can balance one's karma, strengthen relationships, and keep
children safe. The pearl is also said to symbolize the purity, generosity,
integrity, and loyalty of its wearer.
Aquamarine evokes the purity of
crystalline waters, and the exhilaration and relaxation of the sea. It is
calming, soothing, and cleansing, and inspires truth, trust and letting go. In
ancient lore, Aquamarine was believed to be the treasure of mermaids, and was
used by sailors as a talisman of good luck, fearlessness and protection. It was
also considered a stone of eternal youth and happiness.
Lapis Lazuli is one of the most sought
after stones in use since man's history began. Its deep, celestial blue remains
the symbol of royalty and honor, gods and power, spirit and vision. It is a
universal symbol of wisdom and truth.
The
high vibration and rapid transfers of energy from Kyanite create pathways where none existed before. Like a universal
bridge, it is an extraordinary crystal of connection, opening the mind centers,
enhancing telepathic and psychic abilities, bridging gaps in all communication
efforts, and providing a link for transmitting or receiving healing energy. It
immediately aligns the chakras and subtle bodies, bringing tranquility and a
calming effect to the whole being. It is an exceptional stone for transitioning
into deep meditative states.
Lore
of the Inuit peoples claim Labradorite
fell from the frozen fire of the Aurora Borealis, an ordinary stone that
transforms to the extraordinary, shimmering in a mystical light that separates
the waking world from unseen realms. It is, in every sense, a Stone of Magic, a
crystal of shamans, diviners, healers, and all who travel and embrace the
universe seeking knowledge and guidance. For self-discovery, it is excellent
for awakening one's own awareness of inner spirit, intuition and psychic
abilities.
What I want The High Priestess
Tarot to tell
Your
knowledge and intuition towards the world, or recent a recent situation is very
mature and should be respected. You have extensive knowledge or a passion for
something specific. Maybe you have an abstract view of life and the world around
you, and that is not a bad thing at
all.
When
reversed, this card is telling you to slow down. Take a moment and listen to
the voice inside, let it guide you down the right path.
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