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Thursday, June 30, 2011

Tarot

If you have looked Tarot up on the internet you would find a tremendous amount of information.  Some of which you would discover is that no one truly knows exactly when, where, or how it came to be;  although one can prove its existance as far back as the 15th century.  This form of divination was used all over Europe and can even be traced to ancient Egypt.  It is a form of divination that has evolved somewhat over the years; however, for the most part it is a deck of cards displaying images that can be translated into concepts, thoughts, ideas, and stories.  Traditionally this deck of cards is made up of 78 cards which can be broken into two groups.  The major arcana consists of 22 cards known as the greater secrets.  The remaining 56 cards are known as the minor arcana and the lesser secrets.  Note: Tarot and Oracle decks are quite different. 
The major arcana (greater secrets) are: The Fool, Magician, Empress, Emperor, High Priestress, Hieorphant, Lovers, Chariot, Strength, Hermit, Wheel of Fortune, Justice, Hangman, Death, Temperance, Devil, Tower, Star, Moon, Sun, Judgement, World.
The minor arcana (lesser secrets) are much like a traditional deck of playing cards with four suits; however, the suits of a tarot deck are known as pentacles, wands, cups,  and swords.  These also include court cards such as the page, knight, queen, and king of each suit.
For those who truly wish to learn more on this subject, I encourage your efforts in research.  Read everything you find on this subject, but be careful for each story, essay, paper, article, book, written is based upon the writter's interpretation so do not base your ideas upon one writter...including me.  The information I have shared and will share in the future is based upon my research into books, papers, internet, and teachers/people over the years...but remember that knowledge is power so learn as much as you can! 
If you have specific questions, please post so that I may address them.  Keep in mind that if you have questions, others may too!  Don't be shy. :)
Until next time....
Be safe.
Butterflimoon

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By: Butterflimoon
June 13th, 2011
10:32 AM

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