The Hermit
The Hermit is card 9 of the Major Arcana in the Rider–Waite tarot. Key themes: Reflection, Solitude, Inner search, Wisdom.
- Reflection
- Solitude
- Inner search
- Wisdom
Upright Meaning
It is a good time to discover deep inner wisdom through a quiet time entirely for yourself. A gentle reflection listening to the voice of your heart, temporarily stepping away from the outside noise, will guide you to a more solid and wise path.
Reversed Meaning
It is a time when facing your deep inner feelings might feel somewhat overwhelming, and taking time for yourself could actually feel lonely or unfamiliar. Rather than forcing yourself to look away, you need a warm perspective to slowly accept and comfort your true self as it is.
Love & Relationships
Upright Currently, it is a time when you are focusing entirely on your inner self and organizing your mind, rather than pouring energy into a relationship with someone. It is a flow where you are carefully considering the meaning of relationships and wishing to stay in your own quiet space for a while, avoiding the outside noise.
Reversed Currently, it is a time when the feeling of wanting to avoid communication and retreat into your own world might grow, even while experiencing deep loneliness. You might unknowingly close the door to your heart tightly, which could raise concerns of creating a somewhat unfortunate situation where it becomes difficult even for someone with good intentions to stay by your side.
Love Advice
Rather than rushing to form a connection, it is recommended to take time to slowly look into your own deep heart first. When your inner self is firmly centered and stands upright, you may finally gain the wise eyes to recognize a truly good person.
Future Outlook
Upright In the near future, it seems you will find inner wisdom through a time entirely for yourself, stepping away from the outside noise. It appears to be a flow where a time of deep reflection, quietly looking into your own heart, is approaching.
Reversed In the near future, there is a concern that facing your deep inner feelings might become somewhat overwhelming, and taking time for yourself could lead to loneliness or isolation. Rather than closing your heart and looking away, it seems you will need the warm courage to slowly accept and comfort your true self as it is.
Meditation & Reflection
Take a moment to reflect on the message this card offers. Feel it with your heart, not your head, and ask yourself what you truly need right now.