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The Symbolism of the Tarot (Dover Occult)

The Symbolism of the Tarot (Dover Occult)

Secret Symbolism of the Tarot

In Secret Symbolism of the Tarot the author takes the student on a spiritual journey through the Tarot and explores the subject as a path toward the development of the soul. She describes the Tarot cards and reveals their relationship to initiation, bible study and the esoteric meaning of numbers. She unveils the astrological significance of the Tarot in a way that illumines the beginning student and provides insights for the advanced apprentice. By studying this enjoyable text the reader can uncover the means of gaining knowledge of future events and can encounter a philosophy dedicated to happy, constructive living.
Secret Symbolism of the Tarot

The Secrets of the Tarot: Origins, History, and Symbolism

Fully illustrated with all-new color versions of the complete traditional Tarot deck, this is an appreciation of the history and meaning of the cards.
The Secrets of the Tarot: Origins, History, and Symbolism

SYMBOLISM OF THE TAROT: Philosophy Of Occultism In Pictures And Numbers

No study of occult philosophy is possible without an acquaintance with symbolism, for if the words occultism and symbolism are correctly used, they mean almost one and the same thing. Symbolism cannot be learned as one learns to build bridges or speak a foreign language… Special training of the mind is necessary in order to comprehend the “language of the Initiates…” There are many methods for developing the “sense of symbols” in those who are striving to understand the hidden forces of Nature and Man, and for teaching the fundamental principles as well as the elements of the esoteric language. One of the most interesting of these methods, is the Tarot…– From the Introduction, “What Is The Tarot?”
SYMBOLISM OF THE TAROT: Philosophy Of Occultism In Pictures And Numbers

The Fool’s Journey: the History, Art, & Symbolism of the Tarot

This is one of the best resources for understanding the Tarot’s mystical symbolism. It includes an updated history based on Place’s The Tarot: History Symbolism and Divination, which “Booklist” said ” may be the best book ever written on . . .the tarot.” This edition adds color illustrations of key works and comparative illustrations from the Renaissance, from alchemical texts, from ancient Egypt, and from occult sources. It views the Tarot as a 500-year visual conversation between artists, mystics, and occultists. The work is based on the 2010 Tarot exhibition at the LA Craft and Folk Art Museum, curated by Place, and includes the Visconti-Sforza Tarot, the 1st Italian printed deck, the oldest Tarot of Marseille, The 1st occult reference,
The Fool’s Journey: the History, Art, & Symbolism of the Tarot

P.D. Ouspensky is a leading and influential figure in occult and mystical thought and philosophy, most famous for his seminal work, Tertium Organum. Here Ouspensky delves into the mystical symbolism of the Major Arcana of the tarot; this book reads more like poetry than a how to book, and will illuminate you imagination with visions that ill add depth and meaning to your readings and understanding of the mystery of tarot. Fully Illustrated with the Wirth Tarot… More >>

The Symbolism of the Tarot: Philosophy of Occultism in Pictures and Numbers