Hierophant as Love Advice (Upright & Reversed) Tarot Card Meaning 

The Hierophant is the card of traditions, education, faith, marriage, and spirituality. He is the male counterpart of the High Priestess. The Hierophant sits between two pillars. At his feet are two people who look to him for guidance and two keys representing the physical and spiritual realms. He presides over ceremony, kindness, charity, and metaphysical guidance.  

The Hierophant is conventional in his outlook on love, and he cherishes the stability of time-tested institutions, like religion, marriage, and childbirth. He serves the world in spiritual attunement by providing his flock of followers with rules and guidance. 

Upright Hierophant as Love Advice

If you are asking about love advice, and you draw the Hierophant, that means that you are advised to stick to tradition. Be yourself, and the High Priestess will guide you to the right path. Go for a real relationship instead of something temporary. Search for someone for their true self, not who you want them to be. This person connects with you on a deep soul level.

For love, the Hierophant as advice means that you should seek the person for who they truly are. Don’t force your principles upon them. They will be positively drawn to you, and their intentions are pure. You exude a guiding nature. There’s no need to be forceful. Let them be who they are while you show your authentic self. Have faith in your individuality.

For singles, the Hierophant as love advice means someone is attracted to you. But such an attraction has yet to reach deeper levels of commitment. They like your wisdom and wits. You check all the boxes in their list — you are a safe option who would make their family smile. Get to know them deeply and show them who you really are. Spend more time together and deepen your connection.

For new and potential relationships, the Hierophant as love advice means your partner’s feelings have not yet progressed to a deeper level of spiritual connection. They like you and have feelings for you; there’s no doubt there. But since the relationship just started, you are slowly adapting to the transition from friends to lovers. Spending more time communicating your needs and expectations for the relationship can be a huge step toward strengthening your bond.

For existing relationships, the Hierophant as advice means that they see you as someone they cannot live without. You are connected to the spiritual level. They are confident in your relationship. After all the challenges you two have overcome, your bond remains solid and stable. They are thankful for your guidance and know that you will continue to do so for a long time. They want to spend the rest of their life with you. Now is a fantastic time to discuss subjects of marriage or children.

If you are asking about reconciliation with an ex, the Hierophant as love advice shows that they are not thinking of getting back together. Yes, they acknowledge you have significantly helped them grow and mature. They are thankful for your guidance while in the relationship. They respect your role as a mentor. But that’s it. They may still feel for you, but they no longer want to be romantically linked. 

Hierophant Reversed as Love Advice

If you are asking about love advice, and you draw the Hierophant reversed, that means that you are advised to overcome the blockage of spiritual growth. There is something preventing you or the other person from emotional maturity. This could be a result of an obsession with abiding by the rules. You may need to check in with yourself. Are you being too harsh on them? Have you demanded too much from them? If left unaddressed, this could grow into anger and resentment. You don’t want that.

For love, the Hierophant reversed as advice means you should align your value with this person. You entered the relationship thinking that you were a match made in heaven, only to find out the numerous differences you have in many aspects. What’s important to you might not be significant for them. This issue can be resolved with open and honest communication. 

For singles, the Hierophant reversed as love advice means your love interest has different world views. Take this into account before you decide to act on your feelings. Incompatibility is challenging to resolve, mainly if such differences are rooted in values and principles developed since childhood. Your spiritual connection might be blocked. 

For new and potential relationships, the Hierophant reversed as love advice means you must overcome the blockage preventing your relationship from a deeper level of commitment. Right now, you may have noticed arguments that stem from differences in opinion about certain topics. Work through the relationship by having honest conversations about your views and principles. Share your vision for the future.

For existing relationships, the Hierophant reversed as advice means that they see you as someone they cannot truly connect with. You started the relationship thinking that this person was your twin flame. But now that you know you have many clashing personalities and views, you feel they are not really the person meant for you. But that doesn’t mean your breakup is already set in stone. There is still hope for you. Open up about what you want to happen and share your unsaid expectations. There is no problem that honest communication cannot solve.

If you are asking about reconciliation with an ex, the Hierophant reversed as love advice shows that they are resentful. The relationship ended with bad blood. Either you were too controlling, or he went overboard with his demands. They blame you for what happened. They no longer want a romantic connection with you. But that doesn’t mean you can’t be friends when the negative emotions have subsided.

Conclusion

For relationships and feelings, The Hierophant is a tricky card. At its best, it represents the highest form of spiritual, platonic love. This is the critical foundation for every great relationship and commitment, but it is not enough in itself. Some relationships are not meant to progress beyond just friends. As much as that can hurt in the moment, know that you are best served by meeting someone who is aligned with you at a soul level. You will have to judge what the Hierophant is trying to tell you by the context of your reading and relationship history. 

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