The Hermit of the Tarot, like the Fool, is a symbol of the Inner Master. The Hermit is a true individual. He turns his back on society to pursue his mystical journey. Conformity cannot touch him. In his hand he holds the lamp of illumination, symbol of gnosis or knowledge.The fact is, to find the truth you have to turn your back on the world. The world is a matrix of lies and deception. To break free from its nefarious chains you have to rebel against everything and everyone. You must leave the world and pursue your own radically independent path. The world is tinsel. The Hermit casts away his tinsel and in doing so gains gnosis, knowledge - as symbolised by the lamp.
Prayer to the Inner Master:
'Protect me from fear, protect me from shame, protect me from doubt'
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