Drawing The High Priestess Card And 8 Of Swords Tarot Cards Together | What Do They Mean When Together? | A Complete Guide

A key aspect of reading your own tarot is interpreting cards. For a beginner interpreting a single card can be fine, as there are plenty of resources to help you out, however interpreting two or more can be very tricky.

However, if you have been practising single card readings for a while a 2 card spread will be a great introduction into reading multiple cards.

As you’ve found this page, you’re probably wondering how to interpret the The High Priestess card and 8 Of Swords card together in particular.

The The High Priestess card and 8 Of Swords have unique qualities and will interact with each other in different ways depending on what kind of reading you are doing.

What does The High Priestess and 8 Of Swords mean together?

The High Priestess and The 8 of Swords can represent self-imposed isolation or imprisonment. This may be due to secrets or mysteries that you are afraid to reveal or trust yourself with. Alternatively, it may be a result of intuition telling you to take a step back and trust your own process. In either case, the key is to listen to your inner voice and trust your instincts.

The meaning of the cards will depend on what kind of reading you are doing and the question you asked the deck. This is a guide covering the general meanings of the cards and how they relate to each other.

Common 2-card spreads

Whilst it’s great to know who these two cards interact with each other, it’s important to note that the meaning will depend on the context of your spread

The most common 2 card spreads I recommend to newer readers are:

• The 2 card cross (otherwise known as “The Fool’s Journey”)
• The 2 card “Yes or No”

“The Fool’s Journey”

Setup: The two card cross is where you place two cards face up, one placed vertically and with one laying horizontally over

Interpretation: The 2 cards represent a “situation” and a “challenge”. The first card will describe the situation you are in with the second horizontal card being the “challenge” crossing you (literally crossing you in this case!)

Reading: Using the overviews in this guide is a great way to start. First, look at the meanings of the 2 cards, and see how they might relate either as your “situation” or “challenge”. Once you have that you can look at the general overview for how the two cards interact with each other.

The benefit of this spread is that it can give clarity when you’re feeling uncertain or anxious. Once you have clarity of thought, and a strong idea of what your challenge is you can find solutions to help your situation

The 2 card “Yes or No”

Setup: The 2 card “Yes or No” is where you place two cards face up side by side, whilst asking your deck a “yes or no” question.

Interpretation: Each card in a tarot deck has a “yes” or a “no” meaning. Look at the meanings of each card, and you will have your answer.

The benefit of this is you get a stronger yes or no compared to a single card draw. You may find you often get a mix of “yes or no”, and this is fine. It simply means there is doubt, or things are not yet clear.

Yes or No meaning

Both The High Priestess and 8 Of Swords mean “No”. If you are asking a direct question, then be under no illusions, the answer is a negative one. If you draw The High Priestess and 8 Of Swords the answer to your question is “NO”.

The “Yes” and “No” meanings can differ from reader to reader. The meanings here are based on what I believe are the generally accepted definitions.

What does The High Priestess mean?

The High Priestess Tarot card is all about secrets, mystery and intuition. When it comes to health, this card suggests that you trust your gut instinct and listen to your body. It is important to be proactive about your health, and The High Priestess Tarot card reminds you that knowledge is power. Be sure to stay informed about your health, and don’t be afraid to ask questions if you don’t understand something. When it comes to finances, The High Priestess Tarot card suggests that you take your time and don’t rush into anything. This is a time to be patient and to trust your intuition. Be careful of any financial deals that seem too good to be true, and don’t be afraid to ask for advice from someone you trust. When it comes to relationships, The High Priestess Tarot card suggests that you take your time to get to know someone before you commit. This is a time for slow and steady progress, and it is important to listen to your heart. Trust your intuition when it comes to relationships, and don’t be afraid to express your feelings.

What does 8 Of Swords mean?

When The 8 Of Swords Tarot card appears in a reading, it often indicates that the querent is feeling trapped and limited in some way. They may feel like they are stuck in a situation that they cannot escape from, or that they are unable to move forward in their lives. This can be a figurative imprisonment, such as being trapped in a dead-end job, or a literal one, such as being in a hospital bed. The querent may feel like they are surrounded by obstacles and have no way to clear them. This card can also represent self-imposed limitations, such as refusing to try new things or meet new people.

In terms of health, The 8 Of Swords Tarot card can indicate that the querent is feeling restricted in some way. They may be in pain, or have a chronic illness that is preventing them from living their life to the fullest. They may feel like they are stuck in a rut and are unable to make any positive changes. In terms of finances, The 8 Of Swords Tarot card can indicate that the querent is feeling limited by their current financial situation. They may be in debt, or may feel like they are never going to be able to get ahead. In terms of relationships, The 8 Of Swords Tarot card can indicate that the querent is feeling isolated and alone. They may feel like their relationship is stuck, or that they are unable to connect with their partner on a deeper level.

Conclusion

Understanding how the meaning of a reading changes once you start involving more than one card can be tricky. This will come with time and practice, however I hope this guide on what your cards might be telling you when you draw The High Priestess and 8 Of Swords has helped you.