Episode 72 | From Playing Cards to Divination: The Evolution of Tarot

In this episode, we take a dive into the fascinating history of tarot cards, exploring their origins as a simple card game in the 15th century and how they evolved into the mystical tools used for divination today. We’ll trace the journey from their beginnings in Italy to their rise in popularity across Europe, before becoming associated with fortune-telling in the 18th century.

We also break down the structure of a tarot deck, which is divided into the Major Arcana (22 cards that represent significant life themes) and the Minor Arcana (56 cards that explore the day-to-day experiences of life). You’ll learn about the different tarot card spreads used to interpret the cards and gain insights into your past, present, and future.

Finally, we explore how tarot cards differ from oracle cards, another popular divination tool, and discuss the distinctions between them in terms of structure, symbolism, and use.

Whether you’re new to tarot or a seasoned reader, this episode provides a comprehensive look at the history, meaning, and use of tarot cards in modern times.

Thank you for listening. Keep it spooky!

Sources:

https://iamgretchenboutique.com/products/witchy-notes 

https://www.etsy.com/shop/TarotCardsDarkForest?ref=shop-header-name&listing_id=1268138097&from_page=listing 

https://science.howstuffworks.com/science-vs-myth/extrasensory-perceptions/history-tarot-cards.htm 

https://passaroundthesmile.com/blogs/blog/everything-you-need-to-know-about-oracle-cards?srsltid=AfmBOorzEaxAk1jYvXvXtHHywSqsxAJD2nRnP6QseAJGFCopz797vI9Z 

https://remptongames.medium.com/the-mystical-history-of-tarot-cards-history-of-game-design-6faec1ae6e9b 

https://www.metmuseum.org/perspectives/tarot-2 

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