The Hierophant is sometimes called the masculine mirror of the High Priestess, but instead of going within, the Hierophant explores the outer manifestation of spirituality found with religious institutions and rituals.
 
He also represents a master in his field. This is the card of someone who is pursuing knowledge or education.
 
This is the card of those who want to learn new things; the card of the educator and the student. They long to belong and connect with others like themselves.
 
The Hierophant is a card of outer appearances and status.