Meaning & use
hierophant
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A priest or interpreter of sacred mysteries, especially in ancient Greek religion; broadly, an expositor of a special kind of knowledge.
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In ancient Eleusis, the hierophant led initiates through the secret rites of the mysteries.
The tarot card known as The Hierophant represents tradition and spiritual authority.
A note on using this word
Rare outside of discussions of ancient religion, tarot, or fantasy literature, where it often signifies a keeper of sacred or esoteric knowledge.
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