Llewellyn''s 2008 Tarot Reader brings vigor and verve to a deep-rooted tradition. This one-of-a-kind annual guide features a first-rate forum of leading tarot specialists, who bring you up to date on the latest decks, spreads, new card interpretations, readings, and more. You''ll also find deck reviews, magical applications, and fresh techniques to improve your practice. This edition features provocative discussions on the Death card, Tarot and Kabbalah, and more! Also included are reviews of The Witches'' Tarot, Mermaid''s Tarot, 1001 Arabian Nights Tarot, and The Sacred Circle Tarot.
Tarot enthusiasts rejoice! Look for an array of news, advice, and in-depth discussions on everything tarot in this year's edition of the Tarot Reader. Renowned authors and tarot specialists deliver deck reviews and articles concerning card interpretation, spreads, magic, tarot history, and professional tarot reading. Each year's almanac also features a calendar with pertinent astrological information, such as Moon signs and times. This year's Tarot Reader includes articles by Elizabeth Barrette, Elizabeth Hazel, Corrine Kenner, Teresa Michelsen, James Ricklef, and Valerie Sim.
Discover the Fascinating History and Divinatory Power of the 20th Century's Most Popular Tarot Deck Originally published in 1909 to little fanfare, the Rider-Waite-Smith Tarot went on to become the bestselling tarot deck of all time. This complete guide shares the compelling story of the deck's creation, a complete analysis of what each card means, and 78 spreads to help you integrate each card's unique spiritual energy. Discover how artist Pamela Colman Smith and occultist Arthur Waite combined their knowledge of astrology, Kabbalah, metaphysics, mythology, and theater to realize their profound vision. Llewellyn's Complete Book of the Rider-Waite-Smith Tarot delves deeply into the roots of these influential cards, exploring how Waite and Smith brought together an enchanting set of esoteric symbols and formed a magical deck that has guided, inspired, validated, and challenged the countless readers and seekers who have sought its wisdom.
The easiest way to learn astrology is to start with yourself. Your astrological birth chart is a powerful tool for gaining a deeper understanding of your unique gifts, talents, challenges, and life's purpose. As you begin to decipher the wealth of information in your own birth chart, you'll experience astrology in a personally meaningful way—which makes it easier to understand and remember. Once you learn the basics of astrology, you'll be able to read the birth charts of yourself and others. This friendly guidebook is the most complete introduction to astrology available. Popular astrologer Kris Brandt Riske presents the essentials of astrology in a clear, step-by-step way, paying special attention to three areas of popular interest: relationships, career, and money. She explains the meaning of the planets, zodiac signs, houses, and aspects, and how to interpret their significance in your chart. Over 30 illustrations, including the birth charts of several famous people—Al Gore, Oprah Winfrey, Brad Pitt, and Tiger Woods, to name just a few—add a helpful visual dimension to your learning experience. Practical and positive, Llewellyn's Complete Book of Astrology offers techniques for using astrology to identify the qualities you seek in an ideal mate, realize your career and financial potential, calculate your luck, and discover your inner strength.
Over a century ago, a young boy left Wales and journeyed to America, where he started a small press, now known as Llewellyn Publications. Llewellyn George''s adventurous spirit and Welsh heritage embodies "The Llewellyn Tarot," which also celebrates the publisher''s enduring legacy. From the creator of the popular "Legend: The Arthurian Tarot Kit, " this lavishly illustrated deck offers universal appeal (based on Rider-Waite) with a Welsh twist. A compelling story unfolds starring Rhiannon as The Empress, Bran the Blessed as The Emperor, The Wild Herdsman as The Horned God (the Devil), Gwydion as The Magician, Llew Llaw Gyffes as the Bringer of Light, and other figures from Welsh mythology. Watercolor imagery beckons us forth into a mystic world of ancient forests, sensuous seascapes, and wondrous waterfalls-gorgeous landscapes brimming with mystery, meaning, and magic. Also included is "The Llewellyn Tarot ""Companion," which features an introduction to the craft and history of tarot, along with Welsh legends infused in this deck.
In this groundbreaking book, de Angeles shares her original ideas on the nature of prophecy and using tarot to predict the future. Exploring quantum physics, free will, and fate, de Angeles poses a bold new theory, suggesting tarot can impact reality--and the future.
The symbolism of these vividly illustrated cards corresponds with astrology, the elements, and the Golden Dawn, while the 78-card decks structure honors the boundaries of traditional tarot. The book features detailed descriptions of the cards and the meaning for both upright and reversed positions.
"Discover the many enchanting possibilities in your own life using the Mystic Faerie cards ... offers a friendly introduction to tarot, card-reading essentials, and quick reference guide for beginners"-- Back cover of guidebook.
Learn to read tarot cards using your own psychic skills, and gain new levels of inspiration, guidance, and insight This friendly tarot guidebook features a wealth of creative exercises that are compatible with any deck, plus sample readings, spreads, and compelling firsthand accounts from a seasoned reader and teacher to start you on the path to trusting your intuition in reading the cards. Along the way, you'll learn a variety of original intuitive exercises designed to awaken your psychic abilities, such as Light and Shadow, Turning Point, and Hidden Question. Also included are simple techniques for doing energy readings, plus instructions on keeping a synchronicity journal and using tarot as a tool to communicate with spirit guides or loved ones on the other side.
This all-new edition of the popular Tarot for Beginners makes it simpler and more enjoyable than ever to learn how to read and interpret tarot cards. Award-winning tarot expert Barbara Moore clearly explains every aspect of the tarot so you can perform readings with ease and confidence. Discover the core divinatory meanings of all seventy-eight cards, clearly broken down by Major and Minor Arcana, suit, and number. A variety of spreads and sample readings will help you develop essential skills and ultimately create your own unique style. Card images are from three popular tarot decks that follow the classic Rider-Waite structure Follow easy step-by-step instructions for giving effective readings for yourself and others Learn about reversals, symbols, interpretive techniques, tarot journaling, and much more
