The Hermit Tarot Guide | Ethony 2022

The Hermit of the Major Arcana is said to be ruled by Virgo, and Mercury guides Virgo. With that in mind, The Hermit is a symbol of objective thought, perception, language, and learning experience. The Hermit is a psychological being that knows the answers we seek lie inside. You will relate to The Hermit if people often come to you seeking guidance because you give thoughtful advice. The Hermit reminds us that, in many ways, we’re our own teachers. But aside from being a helper, The Hermit seeks to be alone, to have time to reflect on life. In times of frustration, The Hermit will withdraw completely from the world to seek answers within.

Sometimes when you draw this card, it means that have you haven’t been doing enough soul searching. You need to re-evaluate your goals, find peace in yourself, and return to a sense of enlightenment. The Hermit can mean that we need to take the solo path in life and not be afraid of a little time alone.