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«Mistyblue» (Original Message)

Sent: 26/01/2004 10:03 p.m.

This is the 6th card "The Hierophant" and this card is number 5 and a Major Arcana.

Please post what you think this card means, please do not use a book to look at, but go by your gut feelings and instincts. If this card came out in a spread for a person what message do you feel lies within. Remember you get out of this what you put into it, it doesnt matter our much or how little you post, the key here is to trust yourself in what you give. Please post you feelings and thoughts and add it to this thread. In a couple of days the meaning of this card will be posted.

Please dont be shy to post, this is meant to be a fun excercise that we can also learn in :)

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Sent: 27/01/2004 6:45 a.m.

This card usually comes up for me or someone else when religious or spiritual matters are being questioned. Sometimes it means that I'm going to a wedding, baptismal or some other religious ceremony.

Sometimes it means that I'm feeling like I need to find more meaning in my life.

Sometimes it is about a spiritual teacher that is in my life.

IndigoLightworker

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Sent: 19/02/2004 9:18 p.m.

THE HIEROPHANT

EDUCATION
BELIEF SYSTEMS
CONFORMITY
GROUP IDENTIFICATION

getting an education: pursuing knowledge
becoming informed
increasing understanding
studying and learning
seeking a deeper meaning
finding out more
having a belief system: sharing a cultural heritage
learning a religious tradition
honoring ritual and ceremony
identifying a world view
following a discipline
knowing where to put your faith
conforming: following the rules
taking an orthodox approach
staying within conventional bounds
adapting to the system
fitting in
going along with the program
doing what's expected
being part of the Establishment
identifying with a group: being committed to a cause
devoting energy to a group
joining an organization
working as part of a team
feeling loyal to others
being in an institutionalized setting

Except in rare cases, every human grows and develops within a culture. We learn by living with others. The Hierophant represents such official learning, especially in groups. A Hierophant is someone who interprets secret knowledge. On Card 5 we see a religious figure in a formal church setting. He is wearing the elaborate vestments of his office. His task is to bring the two initiates into the church so they can take up their appointed roles.

Besides churches, there are schools, clubs, teams, companies, and societies. The Hierophant represents all of these because his realm is structured groups with rules and assigned roles. Such environments emphasize belief systems - facts, rules, procedures, and ritual. Members are rewarded for following conventions. They develop a group identity. The Hierophant is one of three cards that focuses on the group. (The 3 of Cups and the 3 of Pentacles are the others.)

In readings, the Hierophant often represents learning with experts or knowledgeable teachers. This card also stands for institutions and their values. The Hierophant is a symbol of the need to conform to rules or fixed situations. His appearance in a reading can show that you are struggling with a force that is not innovative, free-spirited or individual. Groups can be enriching or stifling, depending on circumstances. Sometimes we need to follow a program or embrace tradition, other times, we need to trust ourselves.