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The High Priestess

The High Priestess is the union of opposites. Unlike the Magician, who bridges the gap between heaven and earth, the High Priestess contains this duality within herself. Thus she is flanked by two columns, one white and one black. She is the inner spiritual guide who lives within each of us. Behind her is a veil covered with pomegranates, a fruit of many seeds which represents fertility and plenty and is the symbol of the Greek goddess Persephone. At her feet is a crescent moon, and it is this feature along with the white robe and blue cloak which reminds us of Mary, mother of Jesus, the woman of paradox who is both virgin and mother. The cross on her chest and the copy of the Torah in her hands again reminds us of the spiritual power she possesses. The High Priestess represents our unconscious, the teacher who reveals truth to us only in glimpses and in our dreams. She does not flaunt or exhibit her power openly as does the Magician, but rather represents the quiet, often misunderstood spiritual power within each of us. When you see her ask yourself, is there something I am overlooking? Is there something within me desiring expression that I have not listened to? The High Priestess indicates the need to look deep within ourselves for guidance and the answers to our questions.