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  1. Eric13
    Started by Eric13,

    Does anyone have any idea of the representation of what the Pyramids of Giza are in these two cards? The Pictoral Key... just mentions them for the Knight how he's passing the "mounds or pyramids". They are obviously pyramids, aligned exactly the way they are in Egypt. They stand on opposite sides of them, or the knight is on his horse. I know there is the Egyptian connection to tarot. These aren't talked about at all anywhere and there's got to be a reason for them. If anyone has any opinion or even a book to enlighten me with it would be appreciated.

  2. AJ-ish/Sharyn
    Started by AJ-ish/Sharyn,

    I know we've talked many times about how to get cigarette smoke out of cards but I've got a Brady deck (rubber?plastic? cards) in a wooden box that also holds the book. There is WAY too much essential oil scent, I think evergreen. Any ideas how to get a lot of it out without covering it with something else? Scent free would be my goal, but a lot milder would do. seems like once someone used bbq charcoal, but you can't buy that here any more.

    AJ-ish/Sharyn
  3. mainemainemaine
    Started by mainemainemaine,

    Curious what card COMBINATIONS you identify as indicators for the potential of a long term/long lasting romantic connection For me the big one I like to see is the Two of Cups with any of the following: Ace of Cups, Nine of Cups, Ten of Cups, Queen of Cups, Empress, Lovers, Sun What are your top combinations you like to see that indicate this, and why?

  4. Guest

    I did a past, present, future spread yesterday for 'my relationship with X' and the cards I pulled for past and present are, for lack of a better term, 'wrong'. Without getting into specifics, because this is intended as technique and how to approach this, my relationship with this person has not been good, and currently is not good. The cards that came up were showing a positive relationship, for past, present and future. Who knows what the future holds so I won't automatically discredit that one, but past and present definitely did not reflect the reality of how things have been and currently are. I can't see any way of these cards reflecting th…

  5. mainemainemaine
    Started by mainemainemaine,

    Would love to hear everyone's thoughts on cards that lend themselves to apologies. I'm well versed in cards of communication, but often struggled to determine what the communication other than "positive" or "negative" might be, and apologies tend to fall into this gray area for me. What are your top cards for indicating apologies, and why?

    fire cat pickles
  6. thecuriosbotanica

    I would like to see the different types of card combinations that other readers will see during a reading to warn their clients of spellwork that is being used against them. Usually when I see the Moon come out paired with either: the 10 of wands, 10 of swords, 9 of swords, 8 of swords, the five of pentacles, the Devil, or the Magician reversed I'm certain that this is the case.

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  7. thecuriosbotanica
    Started by thecuriosbotanica,

    I'm a Holistic reader who uses a combination of different types of practices in each of my readings such as: Oracle cards, Numerology, Astrology, Crystals, Esoteric knowledge, etc.

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    thecuriosbotanica
  8. ZenGarde
    Started by ZenGarde,

    Apologies for the rather enigmatic title but that's my question in a nutshell as I'm brand new to tarot reading. In fact, I just got my deck today. I made sure to cleanse my deck first and get acquainted with the cards, making sure to take specific note of how each card makes me feel and what they mean to me beyond the meanings of card names themselves. Then, I decided to take the deck for a test-drive by drawing a three-card spread which felt incredibly accurate. Is there anything that I missed? I'm worried that I'm doing it wrong.

  9. mainemainemaine
    Started by mainemainemaine,

    Okay. Real talk. HOW do some of you shuffle so quickly??? What’s the secret and how can I get better at it???

  10. Guest
    Started by Guest,

    My new deck arrived today! Super excited. I've had a few readings done for me over the years but I've never tried doing it myself. But the other day I felt compelled to learn, and this was the first thing that came up when I searched 'tarot deck'. I absolutely love it and feel it's meant to be. Already a card fell out when I was looking through them and when I looked up the meaning it really spoke to me 😊 One question though. The reading info that came with this deck is quite small and for a newbie like me, it doesn't tell me much to be able to do a good reading. Can I search online for more info for the cards (eg a specific card always means a specific thing …

  11. rylla
    Started by rylla,

    Now when everything's cost it is going up don't you think that selling/buying PDF files of tarot deck is going to be more popular and more attractive to buyers? (I see collectors shouting: no, no, no! 🙂). For example for me is much cheaper to by PDF and have it printed where I live that buying a deck. I just bought the Crimson tarot for almost $100. The shipping cost was $65, with custom charges and other fees it ads up to almost $100. For me this is way too much! I bout the Samiramy tarot for $35 in PDF, another similar deck The Old memories Tarot is selling for $65 + shipping (I did not check it but it would not be just a few bucks! for sure). Well I guess it depe…

  12. rylla
    Started by rylla,

    I just bought the Twelve House Tarot Spread book. I am impressed by it (finally I am getting a deeper understanding of the houses and reading of this layout. etc.) . I wanted to read more of E. Hazel's work (except astrology and elemental interpretation which does not interests me).I have the Whispering tarot first edition of 500; and I was frantically looking to see if there is a book for this deck. On the additional card that came with this deck is stated: " Accompanying text is available at : www. Kozmic-kitchen.com" The problem is I could not find it there. I contacted the author asking for info about this book but I did not get any answer. My question is : …

  13. chongjasmine
    Started by chongjasmine,

    I come across tarot readers that offer readings for a mere US$1. How could they justify the time and energy they put behind the readings? What do you think of such readers?

    Little Fang
  14. Starwind
    Started by Starwind,

    Hello tarot lovers! Thanks for the add. 1. How do you feel about reading cards that fall, jump, fly or drop when shuffling? Do you strictly deal your cards? 2. If a card falls horizontally, how do you read it, upright or reversed? 3. Are there any good books or references you recommend for memorizing the meanings of cards (i.e., the Knights all mean youthfulness, the Aces new beginnings, etc.) 4. What are your favorite basic spreads? Or do you generally pull a card a day? 💫 Love and light to you Starwind

  15. ashtoreth
    Started by ashtoreth,

    I have always used a simple sort of altar cloth or scarf to lay my cards and read them, but lately have been itching to get something larger and with more weight, and possibly with some card related imagery on them. Would also be great for instagram I admit! Do you have a special cloth/s on which you lay/spread your cards? Where did you get it from/How did you make it? I'd love to see pics of your spread cloths for inspiration!

  16. Rick
    Started by Rick,

    So I've started the on-line course suggested, and feel very comfortable, I love learning something new. My cards come tomorrow, and I fancy the idea of a daily challenge, and reading. Did anyone else do a daily reading (one card) at the start, and take the full time suggested to learn the cards they picked? Did anyone get many repeats, and if so would you leave them out next time, or just carried on? Finally, did anyone keep a diary of the events please? Thanks all Rick. Sorry, but how do you get an avatar set up please?

  17. Cutiepiecore
    Started by Cutiepiecore,

    So i am about a month in to a break up with someone who I thought was my forever mate. He is fearful avoidant & we broke up because of his fear of marriage and children (I want both) I drew these cards last night to ask what he thinks and feels of me currently and our potential relationship in the future. Can I get help make sense of this? IThanks for the insight cards pulled: ten of cups, strength, 4 of wands and ace of cups reversed.

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  18. Guest
    Started by Guest,

    Hi you guys, I use Rider Waite Tarot. I am REALLY unhappy with the current career path i have chosen (i am still in university, but internships showed me it was the wrong choice). I am looking for something new for ages now. I found a vocational training option that i believe would suit me very well. And i pulled one card. I asked if this was a good option. I pulled the three of wands reversed. I really want to know what to do. So that i can take active steps, applying etc!

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  19. Rick
    Started by Rick,

    I dearly home this is in the right place? Could someone explain, what the idea of all the various packs are please? Cat Tarot, crow tarot, and all the mountain of other packs. Are the symbols the same, with the same meaning, or are they just a fun thing (sorry not meaning to offend with that, just asking?) The older packs seem to have different symbols too, just wondering, looking learning. Thanks all. Rick.

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  20. Giana222
    Started by Giana222,

    What is the one card, that no matter the reading, you just have a hard time figuring out how it relates? I have a few, lol, but the biggest for me is the six of pentacles, RWS deck. Is it about gratitude? Giving and receiving? An imbalance? Ugh! interested to hear your thought. Apologies in advance if it’s in the wrong section 🙂

  21. Rick
    Started by Rick,

    Just got the cards of the postman ( a new postman, now what could that mean, fresh start?) and I'm wondering what to do next? Look through them all with the book on their meaning, or just pick a few, and start with them. Or anything else people think might be important. Thanks all. Rick.

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  22. sebbyr
    Started by sebbyr,

    Hey, a friend of mine introduced me to tarot. I always liked occultism and gave a try and I liked it. She used to draw me her cards, but sometimes we spend a time without talking. Since that, sometimes I draw them from some random online websites. Can I take them as a real draw? I don't know how to interpret them at all so I just get some hints from what each card means. Oddly enough I am going through something rn and the drawing matched my present perfectly.

  23. sweeneyish

    This is a bit of a silly question, but I'm curious to hear what you all do with decks that come in those gigantic kit boxes - like the Forest of Enchantment or the Everyday Witch. The boxes are beautiful, but man, they are too big (for me) to cart around, and they sadly don't come up with a smaller folding box inside. I put my decks in bags, but I'm paranoid they'll still get banged up if they're not in a box. What do you all do with them? Elastic? Lead box? Protection spells? 😆

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    AJ-ish/Sharyn
  24. Giana222
    Started by Giana222,

    What are some cards for you that typically signal upcoming communication (can be any type, such as text, call, etc.) I’ve seen the knights, magician, maybe even pages? I’ve also seen the ace of wands or swords but am curious to see what others think?

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  25. queenkat98
    Started by queenkat98,

    i asked my cards about a guy I was seeing that ended things 3 days ago if he would come back to me romantically. He was first unwilling to get into a relationship but then a few weeks ago confessed he was having feelings that were growing and he wanted me by my side. But he is going to college for 3 months which was a worry for both of us. He ended things saying he had to do it alone. I pulled first the 10 of cups then, 6 of cups. Any advice on what these mean together? Thanks

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