An old man in a gray cloak holds up a lantern and walks with a tall walking stick. The landscape is barren because he is focusing on only the light. He is truly on a spiritual quest. His beard is white and long, which infers his wisdom is vast. He also does not care what his appearance looks like anymore. He has more important things to do. The material world of beauty does not apply to him. The lantern he holds has a visible star. The universe guides his way and provides for him. To reach the heavens all he has to do is look before him. We are all part of the universe and come from the stars. The background is a darker blue, which fades into white. Dark blue symbolisms communication and enlightenment, especially when we move towards white.

In a way, he is almost like the fool again, but this time he has gained knowledge. The fools pack has turned into the hermit’s lantern, shining the way even in the dark. Much is to be gained on this quest for further self-awareness. Self-awareness will only spring from this endeavor.

The staff is like the staff Moses carried. It’s a symbol of a magic wand. He could easily turn it into a snake or part the Red Sea with it.

The Hermit is a Thoreau, who goes into the woods to write about everything he sees and feels. He walks through the woods every day, quietly practicing mindfulness, enjoying everything he comes into contact with. He is introspective, keen, and logical. He wants to analyze everything around him as it gives light.

When you get the Hermit in a reading, you may want to spend some time alone. This is not a time of loneliness, but of a time where being alone is necessary.

Physical Representation of the Hermit

from the Tarot Heaven Archetype Deck

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The Hermit represents someone who is analytical and insightful. They need time alone to ponder. Could indicate a physicist or astrologer contemplating a new theory.

He can also represent a person who is a little strange. He or she is above mass consciousness, who they appear ahead of their times. This presents them as a little “odd”. This time of person needs alone time to recuperate.