Category: Tarot Deck
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Release and Transformation
The Buck Moon, also known as the time when male deer regrow their antlers, presents a potent energy for transformation. A three-card tarot spread involves shedding, potential, and action. By embracing the lessons of the Buck Moon, one can release what no longer serves and cultivate true potential. Embrace the…
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Tarot and Pop Culture
The influence of tarot symbolism is evident in popular culture, from iconic movies like The Matrix to chart-topping music such as Beyoncé’s Formation. Even video games utilize tarot imagery to foreshadow character developments. This pervasive influence invites audiences to uncover hidden connections and explore the archetypes’ significance in their own…
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Unveiling the Occult Architect
Eliphas Lévi’s impact on tarot is profound and enduring. His exploration of occult knowledge led to a fresh perspective on tarot as a symbolic language, influencing the iconic Rider-Waite-Smith deck. Lévi’s emphasis on the cards’ deeper meaning continues to inspire tarot readers and scholars, shaping our understanding of tarot’s enduring…
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Exploring the Grand Etteilla
Etteilla, a pioneer in tarot divination, created a unique 78-card tarot deck with simpler designs and different astrological associations compared to the popular Rider-Waite-Smith deck. Despite these variations, Etteilla’s concept of tarot cards holding divinatory meaning influenced modern tarot practices, echoing in the symbolic imagery embraced by the Rider-Waite-Smith deck.
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Etteilla Unmasked
Jean-Baptiste Alliette, also known as Etteilla, revolutionized tarot reading by assigning divinatory meanings to each card, integrating astrology, and linking tarot with hermetic and kabbalistic systems. His influence laid the groundwork for modern tarot interpretation, inspiring figures like Marie Anne Lenormand. Despite his unique and complex tarot deck, his visionary…
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Friday Fun-Day
The origins of Tarot may be linked to playing cards in 14th century Egypt. Despite its association with fortune-telling, Tarot focuses on self-discovery. Celebrities like Johnny Depp and David Bowie are Tarot enthusiasts. Tarot’s influence extends to literature, music, and art. The practice is not limited to Western cultures, with…
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Demystifying Jacques Gringonneur
Jacques Gringonneur, a mysterious figure from around 1500, holds the distinction of making the first known mention of Tarot in print. Historical records provide only faint glimpses of his life, leaving his exact role in Tarot’s early days shrouded in mystery. This enigmatic mention marks a pivotal point in Tarot’s…
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Whispers of Tarot’s Early Echoes
Ibn Khallikan, a renowned Islamic historian, documented the customs of the Mamluks, a powerful dynasty in Egypt and Syria. His writings suggest a connection between the Mamluk games and the origins of tarot, speculating that “wurq” may be linked to playing cards and tarot trumps. This adds depth to the…
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Mysterious Origins
Tarot reading has a mysterious origin, woven by various cultures and individuals over centuries. Notable figures include Ibn Khallikan, Jacques Gringonneur, Jean-Baptiste Alliette, and Pamela Colman Smith. Their contributions range from documenting Egyptian games to creating iconic Tarot decks, shaping the rich history of Tarot.
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The Marseille Tarot
The Marseille Tarot, originating in the 15th century, holds significant historical and cultural influence. While cherished in Europe, it is gaining renewed interest globally. Contrasting it with the popular Rider-Waite Tarot, the Marseille Tarot is favored by experienced readers for its abstract imagery and deep symbolism. Exploring it offers a…
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