Meaning
The Hermit is a Major Arcana tarot card that symbolises soul-searching, introspection, solitude, and inner guidance. It shows an old man on a mountain holding a lantern to light his path. The card means you need to step back from the noisy world and look inside yourself for answers.
Keywords
Upright Meaning
- Soul-searching: Looking deep into your mind and heart to find your true purpose.
- Withdrawal: Taking a healthy break from social life or busy routines to rest.
- Inner wisdom: Trusting your own voice and intuition instead of listening to others.
Reversed Meaning
- Isolation: Shutting people out for too long and feeling very lonely.
- Rejection of advice: Refusing to look at your own faults or accept helpful wisdom.
- Lost direction: Wandering in the dark without a clear goal or inner light.
