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Rider-Waite Tarot Divination Cards
The "Rider-Waite Tarot" was created in 1910 by Arthur Edward Waite. The illustrations for the cards were done under Waite's guidance by Pamela Colman Smith, an English artist of American origin. The deck's first publisher was William Rider from London, which is why the deck is named after both the publisher and the primary author.
Waite, who was once a member of a mystical order, created this deck to serve as a guide to the unseen. Today, there are more than 100 million copies of the Rider-Waite Tarot deck worldwide. The spreads using the Rider-Waite deck act as a conduit for peering into the unknown through Tarot.
Meanings of Each Suit, Group, and Card of the Rider-Waite Tarot
The 22 named cards, each with its own number, make up the Major Arcana. The exception is The Fool. The word "arcana" refers to hidden meaning, indicating that the Tarot cards carry an original storyline that should be taken into account when interpreting a spread.
Major Arcana
Tarot Arcana
Cups (Chalices) – the Minor Arcana cards of the Tarot associated with the element of Water. In readings, they represent emotions, feelings, and inner experiences. Generally, they carry no negative connotations, but for a more detailed reading, we recommend studying the description and meaning of each card.
Minor Arcana
Cups
The Tarot cards of the Suit of Swords are considered the third suit and represent the element of Air. The Suit of Swords embodies aspects of harshness and relentlessness. At the same time, the element of this suit carries a sense of freshness and clarity, though it can also be sharp and, at times, even merciless.
Minor Arcana
Swords
Wand
Minor Arcana of Tarot. The Element of the Suit: Fire. The symbol of the suit is the Wand, which can be used both as a staff to lean on and as a tool of defense against enemies. In Tarot readings, the suit of Wands symbolizes the realm related to a person's daily activities and endeavors.
Minor Arcana
The Minor Arcana of Tarot, representing the element of Earth. In readings, this suit most often signifies material wealth, the pursuit of power, and social status. Pentacles in spreads primarily represent gain and success in all areas of life.
Pentacles
Minor Arcana
The fact that we question whether Tarot is a method or a doctrine reveals the limitations of our "three-dimensional mind," which is unable to rise above the world of form and contradictions or free itself from thesis and antithesis. Yes, Tarot contains and expresses any teaching that can be found in our consciousness, and in this sense, it has a certain definiteness. It represents nature in all its richness of infinite possibilities, and within it, as in nature, there is not just one, but all potential meanings. These meanings are fluid and constantly changing, which is why Tarot cannot be specifically one thing or another—it is always in motion, yet always remains the same
P.D. Ouspensky
Rider-Waite Tarot Divination Cards
Every spiritual lesson we encounter in our lives can be found in the seventy-eight Tarot cards. And when we consult the Tarot, it reveals the exact lessons we need to learn and absorb in order to live an inspired life. It's like holding a mirror in front of yourself, allowing you to access your subconscious and connect with the wisdom (and answers) that reside within each of us
Tarot is perfect for self-development, decision-making, goal setting, teaching others, business planning, meditation—anything you can imagine. Simply ask a question, draw a card, and immerse yourself in the card's imagery to gain instant access to your inner wisdom and the answer you need.
Find the answers through the Tarot cards.
Tarot is a collection of stories about our lives, a mirror of our soul, and a key to our inner wisdom.
The Tarot is a deck of 78 cards, each with its own imagery, symbolism, and story. The 22 Major Arcana cards represent the karmic and spiritual lessons of life. They form the path to spiritual self-awareness and depict the various stages we encounter in the search for greater meaning and understanding.
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7 Tarot Tips for Beginners
It’s easy to get lost in the complex esoteric systems that make up Tarot, but if you try to study all these systems at once, you’ll quickly become confused. Instead, commit to simplicity. Stick to basic meanings and simple techniques. You’ll find that your confidence will grow significantly if you keep things simple.
When you begin to approach the Tarot on a personal level, your intuitive insights will soar! Look at your everyday life to find personal examples of Tarot cards. Which card best describes your day today? Which card represents your best friend? Make it personal.
The best way to learn Tarot and establish a personal connection with it is by drawing one card a day. Ask Tarot every day: "What energy should I focus on today?" and actively embody that energy throughout the day. Or ask Tarot: "What can I experience today?" At the end of the day, compare what happened with what you know about the Tarot card you drew. Over time, your "bank" of personal Tarot experience will grow and grow
One of the simplest ways to understand what a Tarot card means is to look at the image. What’s happening? Why is it happening? What’s the moral of the story? Then, connect it to what you are experiencing. What might the story on the card tell you about your life right now? What new lessons can you learn? The best part of this technique is that you don’t need to memorize meanings! You can simply use what you see in the image each time.
Put the books aside and simply absorb the energy of the Tarot card in front of you. It doesn’t matter if you connect with a different meaning of the card than what the books say. What you’re doing is connecting with your intuitive reading of the card, which often turns out to be much more powerful than just repeating the book’s meaning!
Don’t pay attention to those who say you can’t read Tarot on your own. Tarot is such a powerful tool for personal growth and self-discovery, so use it! In fact, when you start reading Tarot, you are your best client! Set aside time each day to do short Tarot spreads for yourself. You’ll learn more about Tarot and about yourself.
One of the biggest mistakes beginners make when reading Tarot for themselves is asking the same question over and over, hoping to get a better answer each time. Or they do readings when they are too emotional or closed off to receive true insights. Instead, use Tarot consciously. Draw cards when you have an open mind and an open heart. Treat the cards (and yourself) with respect, and give yourself enough time and space to truly absorb the wisdom they offer