About The Original Rider Waite Tarot 78 Card Deck

Beautifully illustrated and by the biggest selling Tarot Card Deck!

The Original Rider Waite Tarot is the most popular and widely used tarot card deck in the world. With 78 cards and an instructional booklet, it is perfect for people beginning to connect with Tarot, and those more experienced readers.

The Original Rider Waite Tarot is the most popular and widely used tarot card deck in the world. With 78 cards and an instructional booklet.

Product Details:

  • Use: Whether novice or expert, The Original Rider Waite Tarot is the only tarot card deck you need - feel the heritage, history and connection all at once.
  •  Most renowned Tarot card deck in the world - Rider-Waite Tarot is almost certainly the most widely used
  • Design: 78 cards, divided into the Major and Minor Arcanas
  • Published Date: 10/06/1999
  • ISBN: 9780712670579
  • Dimensions: 124mm x 30mm x 74mm
  • Weight: 240g

Tarot Cards consist of 78 cards, divided into 4 suits known as the minor arcana, and 22 additional cards known as the major arcana. Each card represents a unique energy or archetype, conveyed through the imagery depicted on the card. The purpose of each card's picture is to evoke the specific energy it represents, aiding individuals in connecting with its symbolism and messages. The wide variety of Tarot decks available is attributed to the diverse ways in which different decks present these energies through their artwork. There are numerous articles available on Tarot, offering insights into its interpretation, symbolism, and practical application.

 

About the Author:

A.E. Waite Arthur Edward Waite was the designer and co-creator of the now famous Rider Waite Tarot deck. An American-born British poet and scholarly mystic, his strong interest in all esoteric matters - divination, magic, Kabbalism, alchemy and Freemasonry - led to him penning a number of books. These include the Key to the Tarot, The Book of Ceremonial Magic and A New Encyclopedia of Freemasonry.

About the Illustrator:

Pamela Colman Smith (Illustrator) Pamela Colman Smith was born in England to American parents. Her childhood years were spent between London, New York and Kingston, Jamaica. She became a theatrical designer, even collaborating with the notable W.B. Yeats on stage designs. She was an illustrator mainly of books, pamphlets and posters too.

What is the first original tarot deck?

First issued in 1910, each card is rich in symbolism and striking in its design. Divided into the Major and Minor Arcanas, the cards still have the original design by Pamela Colman Smith, carried out in accordance with A. E. Waite's instructions. An instructional booklet is included, explaining the tarot card meanings and how to use the cards for divination, with an introduction by Tarot expert Stuart R. Kaplan.

What are Tarot and oracle cards Tarot & Oracle card decks are used for divination, seeing and spiritual guidance. They are often associated with the practice of fortune-telling or providing insights into various aspects of a person's life, and they play essential roles in meditation, clairvoyance, and divination.

Tarot cards are used by a wide range of individuals, including:

Tarot Readers: These are individuals who have studied and become proficient in reading tarot cards. They often offer their services to provide insights and guidance to others.

Individuals Seeking Guidance: Many people turn to tarot cards to seek answers to specific questions or challenges in their lives. They may consult the cards during moments of uncertainty or decision-making.

Holistic and Spiritual Individuals: People on a spiritual or personal growth journey may use tarot cards as a tool for self-reflection, meditation, and seeking inner guidance.

Witches and Wiccans: Tarot cards are sometimes incorporated into the practices of Wicca and witchcraft for divination and spell-work.

Psychics and Mediums: Some psychics and mediums use tarot cards alongside their other abilities to provide more specific and structured insights during readings.

Therapists and Counselors: Some therapists and counselors use tarot cards as a therapeutic tool for self-exploration and helping clients gain insights into their feelings and experiences.

Art and Symbolism: Tarot cards are appreciated for their rich symbolism and artistry. Some individuals collect and study tarot cards purely for their aesthetic and historical value.

It's important to note that tarot card usage varies widely, from casual use for personal reflection to more structured and professional readings. The way tarot cards are used can be highly individual, and they can serve a diverse range of purposes in different people's lives.

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