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The Hierophant
traditionteachingconformityguidance
The Hierophant is the keeper of tradition and institutional knowledge. He transmits wisdom that has been tested by time, for better and worse.
Upright Meaning
There is wisdom in established systems right now. A teacher, mentor, or tradition has something useful to offer. Not everything needs to be reinvented.
Reversed Meaning
Following rules that no longer serve their purpose. Institutions or beliefs that have become more about control than guidance.
Associations
Arcana
Major
Suit
Major Arcana
Element
Earth
Zodiac / Planet
Taurus
Number
5