Thoth Tarot
Thoth Tarot is the deck created by Aleister Crowley and Lady Frieda Harris between 1938-1943. Deeply integrates Kabbalah, astrology, and alchemy elements.
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Rider-Waite-Smith Deck
The most iconic tarot deck published in 1909, designed by Arthur Edward Waite and illustrated by Pamela Colman Smith. Forms the foundation of modern tarot.
Marseille Tarot
One of the oldest tarot traditions developed in France between the 15th-18th centuries. Uses geometric pip patterns instead of figurative images on Minor Arcana cards.
The Golden Dawn
Late 19th century British occult society. The esoteric tradition that laid the groundwork for modern tarot interpretation systems, astrological correspondences, and Kabbalah connections.
Visconti-Sforza Deck
One of the oldest surviving tarot decks from 15th century Italy. Hand-painted for the Duke of Milan's family.
Cartomancy
The general term for the art of divination using cards. Encompasses all readings with tarot, Lenormand, oracle cards, and regular playing cards.
Lenormand Cards
A 36-card divination system named after Marie Anne Lenormand. Unlike tarot, it delivers more concrete, practical messages. Cards are read in pairs or groups.