The Hierophant

Hello, hello, hello! Is everybody fabulous? I hope so! What's the weather like in your area? It's sunny here today and after the torrential rain we had over the weekend the sun is a nice treat. But I'm sure that you didn't come here to have small talk with me, so lets get on to today's topic: The Hierophant!

I have to admit, there's something about him that makes me feel slightly uncomfortable. He isn't a bad guy just a little too serious for my liking. But we aren't going to talk about my hangups because they could fill up a whole years worth of blog posts by themselves, So we're just going to move right along.

Just by looking at him we can tell that the Hierophant is a man of religion. And with him we see two young acolytes, he's sharing his knowledge with those children. He's a strict man, he's uncompromising, and bound by tradition. But he's fine with that. They've been worshiping the same way for what seems like eternity, and as the old adage goes, if it's not broke why fix it? He's a generous man in the name of his faith. He's also a man who is more concerned with how things appear to others than how they actually are.

The Hierophant may turn up if you're asking about religious or sacred matters. He wants you to take some time and focus on your spirituality. He'll take your hand and help lead you down the path so you can focus on it. Sometimes he'll come around if you're in the process of learning something new. He's a very intelligent man and wants to help pass on his knowledge. He may be telling you that you need to get involved with some sort of group activity, religious or otherwise, so long as its an organized group effort.

When the Hierophant visits in reverse he could be telling you that you're being generous at the expense of yourself. It's wonderful to give of yourself but don't give EVERYTHING! You may be feeling restricted lately, and like you've lost some flexibility in your life. Are you going through some conflict with a figure of authority in your life? Maybe it's time to break away from the heard and challenge the norm. He could be showing you that that you're dealing with someone who's trying to rule with an iron fist. Or maybe you even feel like you're being forced to conform even though you don't agree with what's happening.

So today I'm going to reflect on the Hierophant, and really focus on my own spiritual practice. I hope you'll take some time to do the same.