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The Hermit tarot card artwork

“One small lantern makes a sanctuary of solitude.”

Tarot Encyclopedia

The Hermit

“Step back long enough to hear your own questions. Let reflection set a quieter pace.”

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majorNo. 9

Upright keywords

  • Soul searching
  • introspection
  • inner guidance

Reversed keywords

  • Isolation
  • withdrawal
  • loneliness

Summary

The Hermit points to soul searching, introspection, and inner guidance.

Upright meaning

Upright, The Hermit highlights soul searching, introspection, and inner guidance.

Reversed meaning

Reversed, The Hermit can indicate isolation, withdrawal, and loneliness.

Symbolism at a glance

  • Soul searching

  • introspection

  • inner guidance

Reflection questions

  • Where is soul searching, and introspection showing up for me now?
  • What would help me work with isolation, and withdrawal?

Visual description

A lone cloaked figure seen from behind holds a glowing lantern among clouds beneath a crescent moon and stars.