The Fool: Revealing the secrets that you always wanted to know
The Fool: Revealing the secrets that you always wanted to know Walking into a new situation with unknown outcomes can be intimidating. We often begin to ask ourselves questions such as: Am I prepared to make a major change in my life? Should I move forward with this new opportunity? Why should I risk changing the status quo? Life presents a number of uncertainties; doors open for us and we often have to close others behind us. Only by taking the time to evaluate our actions are we able to learn how to productively direct ourselves toward our goals.Recently I have experienced quite a bit of change in my life, which has caused a significant amount of anxiety. I constantly have to remind myself that life throws challenges our way and it is our job to decide whether or not to accept them. The Fool tarot card teaches us not to go into new situations blindly, because we may lose sight of the future. History The Fool is often illustrated as a beggar, wearing tattered clothing and bare feet, which has persisted through the centuries. His first known appearance is in the Visconti Sforza deck, circa 1454, as a [...]
The 9 most common Tarot symbols in art
The 9 most common Tarot symbols in art For many people, a tarot symbol can be a powerful and mystical force that guides their daily activities and lifetime destinies. For others, they are simply a fascinating belief system, but ultimately they do not ascribe a great deal of power to them. Finally, there are others who fear these symbols and believe they deal with dark powers. Whatever group you happen to fall into, it's worth examining how common the mystical symbols are in our everyday lives. Whether it's portrayed on the TV, movies, the Internet, or traditional forms of art, the symbols are ubiquitous. One of the most visible examples of tarot in art is the Rider-Waite-Smith deck. This deck is one of the most popularly portrayed decks of tarot symbol in modern popular culture, and has been featured very prominently in the artwork associated with 60's and 70's era rock bands.To view a full example of all the different tarot symbols in the Ride-Waite-Smith deck, we recommend that you visit the following Wikipedia link: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rider-Waite_tarot_deckThis deck dates back to the 19th century, and was developed by the renowned occultist Eliphas Levi. One of the most controversial changes that [...]
The Empress – Revealing the secrets you always wanted to know
The Empress - Revealing the secrets you always wanted to know Certain tarot cards hog a lot of the spotlight because of their frightening meanings. It seems like every other horror movie features “death” or “the devil” as a shocking point of foreshadowing in the story just before things take a turn for the worst.Some tarot cards have comforting meanings, however. When they show up in a spread, they invoke peace, calm, and good news. One of these cards is the Empress. The Empress tarot card is the third card in the Major Arcana, and she is the proverbial earth mother. Her archetype is the mother and caregiver, bringing feelings of creativity and blessing when the card is revealed. Story and evolution of the card The Empress tarot card has gone through only a few changes in the history of the tarot. Her archetype is an ancient one, the mother. She rules the kingdom with kindness and love. Her grace and composure are comforting, and as the Fool continues on his journey, he meets her and is encouraged to rediscover his intuition and self-care.It’s commonly thought that the inspiration for the card is Empress Adelaide, who was beatified by [...]
Seeking Tarot cards? – Read our beginner’s guide to buy your first Tarot
Seeking Tarot cards? – Read our beginner’s guide to buy your first Tarot Tarot cards are a wonderful tool for self-discovery and improvement. Tarot reading gives you the opportunity for useful reflection. The only question you have to answer is what deck to use. That's a daunting question, because there are a lot of decks out there.That’s why I’ve written this article. While there is no one "best Tarot deck for beginners," the three decks in this article are all excellent choices for your first deck. Oh...and there's a surprise for you at the end of the article! About the Tarot Tarot cards have been used for divination since the 18th century. They are based on 15th century European playing cards. They are not Egyptian in origin, although this is a common misconception. A deck has 78 cards. There are 22 cards in the Major Arcana. The Major Arcana are very powerful cards that reveal “greater secrets” to a user. These cards are always numbered with Roman numerals and do not have a suit. They represent complex concepts. If they appear in a reading, you should pay special attention. The remaining cards are called the Minor Arcana. They are [...]
11 Best Tarot Spreadings For Important Life Areas
11 Best Tarot Spreadings For Important Life AreasAre you trying to be more spiritually aware of yourself and others so you can live a happier and more harmonious life? Dealing with certain problems in our life can be difficult especially when we just can’t seem to fit the pieces together. I believe if it were not for Tarot spreadings, I would not have been able to fully understand how I was self-sabotaging my own life. I will show you 11 tarot spreadings for important life areas and explain how they work to help you use them. Brief History Of Tarot When first created around the mid-14th century in Europe, tarot cards were not intended for divination purposes but rather for playing various card games. It wasn’t until the late 18th century that tarot cards became a trend to be used for divination purposes. You may use Tarot for important life areas such as: Business ventures, deals, careers, employees, and income Key people, you meet with who are helpful, problematic or bring important news Romantic relationships, marriages, family, friends, flings, and interests Mental obstacles, hardships and being stuck Help you make decisions based on possible outcomes and problems [...]