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The Hermit
Major Arcana
The Hermit — Tarot Card Meaning
upright: solitude, soul-searching, wisdom
reversed: loneliness, isolation
“The Hermit” is a Major Arcana card in Tarot. Upright, the card speaks of solitude, soul-searching, wisdom; reversed — of loneliness, isolation. Below is the meaning of The Hermit in love, work, feelings and as advice for the day.
In love
A pause, time for yourself.
In work
Reflection, analysis.
Feelings
A need for quiet.
The card's advice
Spend time with yourself and think.
The Hermit in short
What does the The Hermit tarot card mean?
Upright, “The Hermit” means solitude, soul-searching, wisdom. In love the card speaks of a pause, time for yourself; in work — reflection, analysis.
What does the reversed The Hermit mean?
The reversed “The Hermit” points to loneliness, isolation. It isn't “bad” — it's an invitation to look at the situation more gently.
The Hermit as advice — what should I do?
Spend time with yourself and think.