Hermit and World tarot card combinations

Cards combination description

High arcan Hermit and high arcan World combination - Success achieved slowly, over time.

Card 1 - Hermit

The Hermit depicts an old man standing alone at the peak of the mountain while holding a lantern in one of his hands and a staff on the other. The mountain denotes accomplishment, development, and success. The hermit tarot card refers to the level of spiritual knowledge that he attained, and that he is ready to impart that knowledge to everyone. There is also a deep commitment he has to his goal and a solid awareness of the path that he is taking. Inside the lantern, you will notice a star with 6 points which is also known as the Seal of Solomon. This symbol represents wisdom. The staff that he holds depicts authority and power.

Associations:

Similar or supporting cards:
Four of Swords (withdrawal) The High Priestess (deeper knowledge) The Hierophant (teacher or guide) Four of Pentacles (caution)

Opposing or contradictory cards:
The Fool (carefree spirit of adventure) Two of Wands (partnerships and working with others) Two of Cups (close union) Three of Cups, or any cards suggesting group activity.

Hermit combinations
The slow moving element suggested in this card can be emphasised or reinforced when others are present, such as, the Knight of Pentacles, Strength, etc.

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Card 2 - World

The World card in the tarot deck has a dancing figure at the center. The dancing figure on the card has one leg crossed over the other and holds a wand in either hand. She symbolizes balance and evolution in movement. The fulfillment and unity that she represents is not one that is static, but ever-changing, dynamic and eternal. The green wreath of flowers that surrounds the central figure is a symbol of success, while the red ribbons that wrap around it are reminiscent of infinity. There are four figures on each corner of the card - and they are the same ones that are in the Wheel of Fortune. The four figures represent Scorpio, Leo, Aquarius and Taurus - representative of the four corners of the universe, the four elements, and the four evangelicals. Together, they symbolize the harmony between all of their energies.

Associations:

Similar or supporting cards:
The World is like the combination of all the positive cards, such as: The Sun (success and happiness) Nine of Cups (wish fulfilled) The Chariot (triumph over obstacles) Ace of Swords (triumph over adversity) etc, so similar cards reinforce these aspects.

Opposing or contradictory cards:
The Tower, Death, Ten of Swords (generally endings) Hanging Man and Two of Swords (stuck, non-movement) Five of Cups (sadness and disappointment)  

World combinations
The ideal placement for The World is the outcome card, or the final card in a simple line.

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