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Top Ten Myths About Tarot Cards and Tarot Reading

Jan 28th, 2010
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Card XIII - Death

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By: Fred Street

Myth 1 – “Tarot cards can predict the future”

Predicting the future is not difficult; we can all do it. If for example you know someone who is consistently spending more than they earn and paying for it by building up a credit card debt then it’s not hard to predict where that one is heading.

Or if you know someone who is expecting a baby you may, based on experience, accurately predict that they will have many months of sleep deprivation and tiredness ahead of them.

The Tarot does little more than this. It has centuries of human experience distilled into a simple philosophy and meaning for each card. Another way to look at it is to say the Tarot doesn’t make precise predictions of the future it merely allows us glimpses at some of the likely possibilities. (more…)


Learning to Read Tarot Cards: Some Basic Advice

Dec 7th, 2009
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Le tarot. (ça ira!)

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Author: Shana Diamond

Perhaps the most difficult aspect of reading tarot cards is how subjective it is. It is both fortunate and unfortunate that there is no simple formula for interpreting the tarot.

Reading tarot cards is an art that combines skill and practice with intuition and emotion, making it a particularly challenging undertaking. The same card may have different meanings depending upon its context, placement in the spread, and the situation being asked about.

Combine this with the fact that there are, usually, 78 cards in the traditional tarot deck, infinite spreads (card layouts), and hundreds (if not thousands) of different decks, it’s understandable that some people spend their entire life honing their tarot reading skills.

The good news is that it’s totally doable – and totally fun! Reading tarot cards can be incredibly satisfying, not to mention useful. Along the way, you will learn more about yourself than you thought possible, and will give you a sense of accomplishment and “inside” knowledge. (more…)


Are Tarot Card Readings Accurate? The ONE Thing You Should Know Before Paying For a Tarot Reading

Dec 3rd, 2009
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Are tarot card readings accurate? Are they a REALLY effective way of illuminating my future… while revealing my past? And what’s the very best way of getting a REAL reading without being ripped off?

In this article we are going to take a quick and insightful look at getting a genuine tarot card reading, while avoiding some of the silly stuff that we all see so much of, especially online.

Okay… but is tarot real, or simply all make believe?

Honestly? Tarot is a tool. A prism of perspective and interpretation…..and is subject to the skill of the psychic who is doing the work. In other words, in the hands of someone who has NO idea how to properly read, interpret and UNDERSTAND the tarot…..they might as well be reading matchbox cars..:-)

But in the hands of a skilled, insightful and genuinely gifted psychic, the tarot is an insightful, and illuminating instrument of amazing “opening” into your true destiny, and purpose.

So I should be careful about who I choose when getting a reading, right?

Absolutely, yes. The trick is, you need to properly pick a reader who has authentic skill. Someone who has a nice following, good reviews, works for a reputable service or network, has a good money back guarantee, etc. (more…)


The Pentacles Court Cards of a Tarot Deck

Nov 19th, 2009
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Page of Pentacles from the Rider-Waite deck

Page of Pentacles from the Rider-Waite deck

Author: Victor Epand

The Page of Pentacles represents a youthfulness that can bear the weight of responsibility on his grounded shoulders. He can manage wealth better than almost anyone else.

If this card comes in a tarot reading about an event, he is referring to a material or occupation oriented matter. Good fortune awaits you in one of these areas.

If the card refers to a person, it is someone who would be considered an “old soul” or wise beyond their years. They work hard, apply common sense and would never be considered a risk taker. He is the master of seeing an opportunity in the weeds and reaching for it.

If there is a team project or a large responsibility around the corner, the Page will provide the strength, energy and insight needed to deal with it effectively. (more…)


Wands Court Cards in a Tarot Deck

Nov 15th, 2009
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Ace of Wands from the Rider-Waite deck

Ace of Wands from the Rider-Waite deck

Author: Victor Epand

Tarot card decks are divided into the Major and Minor Arcane. The Minor Arcane, which deals with everyday or common occurrences, is made up of fifty six cards divided into four elemental suits: Wands (fire), Cups (water), Swords (air) and Coins (earth).

Each suit contains ten cards that start with Ace, followed by two then proceeding on to ten. Then there are four court cards: the Page, Knight, Queen and King.

The Ace of the suit sums up the overall theme. The numbered cards in the center clarify what has or will happen and what can be done. The personifications of the court cards represent ways we can exist in the world and how that tactic could benefit or harm us. In certain Tarot patterns, they represent real people- either ourselves or someone we interact with.

The suit of Wands carries overall themes of action, creativity and movement. Fire is the associated element and its presence indicates passion, energy and being tested. The court cards of Wands introduce characters that can be recognized externally or internally. (more…)


The Swords Court Cards of a Tarot Deck

Nov 9th, 2009
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Page of Swords from the Rider-Waite deck

Page of Swords from the Rider-Waite deck

Author: Victor Epand

The Page of any suit has a childlike personality about it. Of all the Pages, this is the most mature and capable but it maintains much of the lightness and whimsy of childhood.

This tarot card can represent an event, a part of you or an aspect of another person. It is typically a positive minded card, representing mental power and insight.

There is also an investigative nature at work here but usually not in a detrimental way. Balance and strength of heart exist in this card.

When this card shows up in a reading, you will have the clarity and diplomacy to make a decision regarding even the toughest decision. (more…)


The Cups Court Cards of a Tarot Deck

Nov 7th, 2009
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Page of Cups from the Rider-Waite tarot deck.

Page of Cups from the Rider-Waite deck.

Author: Victor Epand

The Page of Cups takes on the most imaginative and emotional aspects of childhood. This person lives with their feet floating above the ground so that their head can remain firmly in the clouds.

If the card represents an event in your tarot reading, the event in question will likely have to do with a child—as in a pregnancy. But it can also be the birth of a relationship or new emotional state.

If the card represents another person or a part of you, it is representative of a romantic. Compassion, gentleness, and imagination define this person. They love peace and can’t always handle conflict. There is bravery under their dreamy fadade.

But there is also a moodiness and impracticality that stems from not being connected fully with reality. Under this card, dream big and dare to think the impossible can be possible. (more…)


Hidden Meanings in the Tarot Deck

Nov 2nd, 2009
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The World card from the Rider-Waite deck

The World card from the Rider-Waite deck

Author: Craig Malone

Tarot symbols are the basic elements of divination through the use of tarot cards. The conscious easily recognizes alphanumeric characters but the subconscious only recognizes symbols. The symbols combine to help the diviner interpret the hidden answers to the question of the seeker.

The symbols used on tarot cards are usually based on the images found on the Rider-Waite tarot card deck. A variety of card decks with different images is available. This is because tarot cards throw up meanings through images to which a seeker can relate.

Divination through tarot cards is not only image based. Tarot cards have numbers and colors, which also symbolize hidden meanings.

The mention of tarot card prediction immediately brings to mind images. The images that are found on tarot cards are important tarot symbols that unlock the mystery of the problems of the seeker. (more…)


Tarot – Myths and Misconceptions

Oct 22nd, 2009
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tarot reading by eran

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Author: Lori Hampson

Tarot – myths and misconceptions

A Tarot deck is a pack of 78 picture cards – yes, that simple. However, the pictures on these cards are worth more than a thousand words – they paint a picture of life. A Tarot deck can also be thought of as a Book of Life but every time you read this book, the pages are rearranged and it tells a different story.

Over the years, some strange myths have grown up around Tarot and Tarot reading. However weird and outdated these ideas may seem today, there is often some truth in their origins.

• One of the first Tarot myths encountered is that it is bad luck to buy your own deck. – it should be bought for you by someone else. You could wait for ever for this to happen and then it may be one you don’t like. Choose and buy your own first deck, examine the images carefully and make sure you can relate to them i.e. don’t buy a dragon deck if you are frightened of dragons.

• You have to be psychic to be able to read the Tarot. Many who read the Tarot are psychic and this will lead to a different type of reading but not necessarily a better one. Anyone can learn to read the tarot although, as with anything, some will have more of an aptitude for it than others. (more…)


Free Tarot Reading Tells your State of Mind

Oct 6th, 2009
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So what's your karma?

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Author: Amit Bhalla

How often has it happened that you wish that if only you could have done things differently? Do you wish that if you could see your inner self before you take any major decision and probably this will help you in taking better decisions and in making better judgment about certain things? Then probably you can go for a tarot card reading session.

Tarot reading has been used by people since early days and this has been found to be very effective in guiding people in doing things which turn out to be beneficial for them. Tarot reading is not something that just anyone or anybody can do, so first you have to make sure that you find a person in your locality with expertise in reading tarot cards. If you fail to find such a person you can go for free tarot reading from many different sites on the web.

You must remember that the tarot does not say anything or predict about your future. The card contains different types of symbols and the card readers interpret these symbols which guide people towards doing things in a certain way. (more…)


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