The Hermit, Rider-Waite-Smith

Major Arcana · Earth

The Hermit meaning

introspection · wisdom · solitude

Upright

Step back. An inner light guides your search, far from the noise.

Reversed

Isolation you did not choose, or refusing to look within. Do not shut yourself away too long.

Correspondences

Astrology
♍Virgo
Element
Earth
Yes or no
Maybe

Symbols

The lantern with a star
wisdom lighting the way
The staff
the support of experience
The snowy summit
chosen solitude, elevation

Upright

Reversed

introspection, wisdom, solitude, inner search

General

isolation, withdrawal, loneliness, running from yourself

need for space, time alone, thoughtful love

Love

emotional isolation, distance, shutting down

reflection, expertise, working alone, mentor

Career

loss of meaning, professional isolation

prudence, frugality, thinking before acting

Finances

stinginess, fear of spending, decisions put off

calm, need for solitude, contemplation

Feelings

heavy loneliness, melancholy, feeling misunderstood

step back, meditate, look for meaning

Actions

reconnect with others, come out of your shell

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