I'm not particularly fluent in the tarot: I occasionally do readings for myself, mostly to get my bearings on a situation or moment.
But a book that has been a wonderful companion over the years is "The Tarot Handbook" by Hajo Banzhaf. It's based on the Rider Waite deck and for each card he gives an overview, and how it might apply to the professional field, our inner life, and our relationships.
He also shows how to do a reading called The Path, and has interpretations for each card in each position of the reading.
Most of all, I suppose I like the author's accepting and supportive attitude about life and its mysteries.
I've been checking that book out and I've noticed it's out of print according to Amazon, but if you know other places that could have that book reprinted, let me know.
I've been debating if I should write my own personal tarot text book, since I'm starting to noticed that not only reading tarot is more a fluid thing, but also sometimes one's interpredation is not set in the stone. And at times, those interpredations for reason didn't seem to fit the way I read. Hence I would rather do some reasearch, learning and put it all together into my own book. Feels like I'm doing my own field experiment here.
So, any suggestions on how I approch this project?
abebooks.com is a used-book site that I've found very useful in the past for purchasing out-of-print books. (Be advised that it's owned by Amazon.)
If the book project is calling you, there's a reason. I don't have any advice on how to approach it, other than to say, follow your curiosity and see where it leads.
Good luck!
Do any of you want to practice some more? I have been asking lots of questions lately, using the Celtic Cross. About Trump’s taxes, Mary’s book, Bolton, Trump’s health, the Whistleblower’s testimony in the House, the FBI’s Volume 5, Racial Inequality Changing, well... I could go on.
The last question I asked about was Trump’s Rally in Tulsa, and what we need to know about it. I keep wondering about how much of a coronavirus outbreak is going to happen there, and got some interesting cards. Want to play? A group effort might be illuminating!
@claire, too late for the Tulsa event last night. I'd like to practice too. Why don't you pick a topic and let's throw cards and compare notes. Maybe others will join us.
Have you taken @Jeanne's Tarot class? It's on my wish list.
Hi @snowbird. OK, Good! As far as the rally last night, here’s what came up...
Tell me about Trump’s Rally in Tulsa.
Heart of the matter. 8 of cups. He is holding it to feel better about himself, however, this isn’t like the good old days. His heart isn’t in it anymore.
Challenge. Three of swords. Heartache. Sadness. It isn’t the same as it used to be.
Root Cause. Page of Cups. Emotional immaturity. Sensitivity. His lack of it means he did this to himself.
Recent Past. Six of Cups. Something from the past will resurface in the present or future.
Goals. 7 of Pentacles. Pentacles are my Covid suit. The decision he made to hold the rally isn’t a good one in a pandemic.
Immediate Future. 6 of Pentacles. Quid Pro Quo. Others are going to come to you with their hand out. This isn’t real support from his base, rather “this for that”.
How he sees himself. 4 of Pentacles. Holding on tightly to all he has, which isn’t much at this point.
How we see him. 10 of Pentacles. As the Typhoid Mary figure for Covid spread.
Hopes and Fears. 7 of Wands. Arguments. Fights. Distraction.
Final Outcome. Queen of Swords. Powerful Woman wants to cause trouble by telling the truth.
Extra insight is always appreciated, and welcomed, please!
I could not bring myself to watch for long, however that rambling explanation of the water drinking, ramp walking episode was something! He seems over and done with. Stick a fork in him, he’s (over)done.
What do you get on a decision from SCOTUS about his financial information?
Your question next!
@snowbird, no I haven’t taken Jeanne’s class. I am not exactly a beginner, although am always striving to get better. Practice helps, and I’ve learned some new things lately, which is welcome. I mean, who doesn’t love a lightbulb moment?
I still get hung up sometimes on certain cards, which is a challenge.
OK, @claire, here's a stab at reading how the Supreme Court decision around Trump's finances will pan out. I hope this is not just wishful thinking! I welcome any additional insights.
Heart of the matter--9 of Wands--he is battle weary in the face of opposition and adversity
Challenge--8 of Pentacles--he is faced with necessity of very hard work to preserve his legacy
Base of reading--The Moon--something is hidden and needs to come out
Recent past--5 of Cups--A decision that went wrong.
Crown of reading--Queen of Cups--this queen has a story to spill
Near future--Hierophant--The Supreme Court in all its power
How he sees himself--The Hanged Man--He sees himself as stuck
His environment--The Wheel of Fortune--His fortune is waning
Hopes and fears--10 of Pentacles--Hoping he can preserve his business and fortune
Outcome--Page of Wands--News is coming forth!
I just edited this, thinking I should add something about the Outcome--Page of Wands. "It's only a Page." This could mean that the decision is disappointing. Maybe a decision that does not go as far as it could have.