Occult Guide to the Tarot

One of our favorite geeks teaches tarot. A gorgeous full color oversize hardback, this gives a brief history of the tarot, a short explanation of the kabbalah as represented in the Major Arcana, and card meanings for each of the 78 cards, including reversals, and an explanation of each of the cards. Publishers Marketing: This is the ultimate guide to uncovering the hidden wisdom of the tarot, crafted by one of the foremost occultists of the modern era. Printed with special black and intense red ink, it features deluxe finishes and full-colour interiors showcasing over 300 illustrations. This book is not only a practical resource but also a stunning piece of art, making it the perfect coffee table book for anyone interested in exploring the mysteries of the tarot. An Occult Guide to the Tarot reveals the hidden wisdom of the tarot as never before. Occultist Travis McHenry peels back the layers of the tarot to decipher the secret magic that lies beneath. Explore the astrological, Kabbalistic and occult meanings of both the major and minor arcanas. Along the way, discover the evolution of the tarot from a recreational game for the Italian nobility to their use by ritual magicians of the Golden Dawn order at the turn of the 20th century, who saw it as a tool for spiritual enlightenment. A great companion to any tarot deck, this book gives tarot readers a deeper understanding of the cards, where they originated and what each card means - and why.