The Hermit is a mysterious figure in
the Major Arcana of the Tarot. He is weathered and wise and has walked a
solitary path free from the binds of social constraint and opinion. He has
mastered the strength to forge his own road and does not rely on the opinions
of others. He is not void of interaction however. In fact, the Hermit holds a
lantern to light the way for any who choose to seek his guidance. He does not
seek out students but rather patiently awaits those who would join him in
search of the road not often traveled.
The Hermit stands on a precipice on
a desolate snowy mountain. He looks down where the light from his lantern
illuminates a path to be taken by those willing to climb to his ascended but
lonely heights. His message brings an invitation to turn within one’s self and
likewise turn away from the noise found in the external world. He awaits those
who would learn mysteries not often recognized by the mainstream and signals a
spiritual if not solitary journey. He also harkens the need to detach from the
crowd or more importantly, from the influences of the crowd. Your path, he
suggests, lies outside of what those close to you may envision for you. This
suggests that it is time to recognize that your pursuits will be taking you
down an uncommon path, and that your solutions are not to be too heavily
influenced by the mainstream, for their answers will not solve your problems,
your situation has become unique and you strive for an original resolution that
is spiritually satisfying regardless of the risks involved.
This card also marks a time of
learning great valuable lessons. The Hermit is a passive teacher. He is ready
to bestow wisdom on others but requires the majority of the effort to be made
by his students in the classroom of daily life. The Hermit suggests a time of
meeting influential gurus and role models of an unconventional nature and of
choosing to follow minority examples rather than majority opinions. It is time
to disconnect from mundane chatter and busy work and dig deeper within to align
your actions and attitudes with your most spiritual aspirations regardless of
short term losses. This card appears to suggest a deeper truth and more
integral road awaits you but requires some searching and decision to forego
popular opinion to develop in ways that are more spiritually nourishing. This
is a great time to take up meditation, monitor your dreams, and become aware of
life’s unlikely teachers. It is also a time of evaluating priorities for their
value in your highest evolution vs. the service of that which others want for
you more than you may desire for yourself. Asking yourself “whose ambitions am
I serving?” and reflecting on what and who you are following are key questions
when the Hermit appears.
This card also carries a reassuring
message to those who have felt abandoned or alone. In solitude there is
opportunity for the development of wisdom. Without the distractions and
commotion of outside influences one can begin to hear their inner guidance.
With a solitary path one has the freedom to adapt and choose what is in their
best interest, with guidance that speaks to their truest ambitions. In this
sense being alone ceases to be a reason for distress and becomes a temporary
phase promoting growth and evolution.
Article by: Angela Kaufman. Angela is a Priestess for the Dragon Warriors
of Isis Coven in Upstate, New York, and the co-author of Wicca: What's the Real Deal?
She is a professional tarot reader.
For more information about Wicca:
What's the Real Deal? visit http://www.wwtrd.webs.com.
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