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The History of Tarot Cards

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Tarot cards are closely related to modern playing cards as they share the same origins. The original use of Tarot cards was for entertainment and education.
The history of tarot cards is surrounded by mystery. Tarot cards contain unique symbolism, which cannot be traced to one specific culture. They are rumoured to contain Egyptian wisdom, Mithras religion, Medieval heretics or Pagan Celtic beliefs. It is also possible that the cards have eastern origins in China, India or Persia and that they were brought to Europe by gypsies, returning crusaders, Arabs or they simply could have been invented in Europe.
Playing cards were in eastern culture as early as the 10th century however these eastern cards were a lot different to those found in Europe. The name ‘Tarot’ itself has been described as Egyptian, Hebrew, Latin, and Italian. It is most likely that the word used to describe the cards has Italian origins. The Italian word for cards is ‘Tarocchi’ which comes from the Valley of Taro River north of Italy. This is where some believe the cards originated in the 15th century. The modern tarot pack is said to descend from the French Tarot of Marseillies that contains 78 cards with 22 trumps.
It is believed that the trumps were later added to the traditional playing cards to educate players on the ways of the world and the structure of European society. German cards from the eighteenth century show a shift in the design of the trumps to anything the creator liked such as animals, explorers or known kings and queens.
Different packs were designed to teach different things for example logic, Greek Mythology, Religion, Geography and even the art of Carving of meat and fish.
Over the years traditional cards came under pressure from the church. The trumps representing the Pope, Female Pope, Empress and Emperor were often replaced. The church regarded such cards to be against the doctrine of providence. In 1432 the cards were denounced as the creation of Satan. The 1570s saw further backlash for the cards as the church attacked gambling and theatre as they were seen to be promoting false gods and idols. However Tarot cards were often exempt from bans and were a fixture in upper-class society.

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Tarot cards were first used on a more spiritual level around 1781. Swiss occult writer, clergyman and freemason Antoine Court de Gēbelin wrote of Tarot cards in his book on civilization. He believed the cards hid information on the structure of the world that had been hidden in a simple game by Egyptian preists to avoid the loss of their knowledge in the world of increasing religious dominance.
The first known fortune-teller to have used Tarot cards is Alliette from Paris. He designed cards that showed possible future events such as travel, sadness, love and fortune. In 1856 Eliphas Lēvi linked the Tarot cards into the system of Cabala making the connection between the 22 trumps and the letters of the Hebrew alphabet. This placed the Tarot cards in the realm of occultism.
Tarot reading is an ancient art and many people will be familiar with what might be involved in a tarot reading. In fact tarot readers have been around for centuries and tarot cards were originally based on simple everyday playing card packs.
A common myth is that tarot cards originated in Egypt, but this is something that was made up by an 18th century writer, these cards were in fact playing cards with suits similar to those found on tarot cards. The first known deck, which has been preserved, was created for an Italian family by the name of Visconti–Sforza and dates to the year 1450.

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The earliest tarot decks were hand painted and for this reason would not have been widely available or affordable to the average person, remaining a privilege to the upper class in society. It was not until the invention of printing press that this changed and mass production of the cards became available. Due to the fact that tarot cards were originally hand painted, there were only a small number of early cards produced.Another common myth is that tarot cards were brought into the country by gypsies however this is not true, seeing as the first gypsies came about long after the tarot was invented.
Tarot cards weren’t originally used for fortune telling, the original purpose of the cards was for playing games, the actual games played varied between cultures although the most popular was the French tarot game known as ‘tarock’.The images on tarot cards gradually became more mystical and symbolic over time, it was then that Tarot started to be widely adopted by mystics alike in the 18th and 19th century. Certain pictures on the cards represented areas of life or themes in life, these ideas developed to what they are today. It is also a common belief that most playing card decks have also been linked with divination but it was tarot cards which became more popular as their images were more intricate and peculiar.
A tarot reader will usually only have one dedicated pack of cards that they become “linked” to. Only the tarot reader can connect with their pack and this enables them to make a reading. Anyone can buy a pack of tarot cards and many people throughout history have attempted to conduct tarot readings themselves. However, it is not just about the pack of cards but the gift that the tarot reader possesses, they must have extra sensory abilities and unique powers to connect with the past, present and future of the person having the reading.Readings have not differed too much over time. A person will enter a reading and choose certain cards from a shuffled pack which they then turn over in sequence. The order of the cards, along with the psychic abilities of the tarot reader, will enable the messages and symbols to be conveyed.A person might come to a tarot reading full of questions, such as “will I ever marry?” “What will my career be?” “Should I get a divorce?” “Will I have children?” “How should I make more money?” and so on. Other people may enter a reading more open minded and be curious just to see what comes up from the tarot reader, these type of readings are often referred to as open readings,
Today, tarot reading is still popular. Many people still have the same questions as they did centuries ago, linked with love, money and family. These are values that are still very much a vital aspect of our societies and lives.However, tarot readings have developed through technology. Centuries ago, people travelled to have a tarot reading. Nowadays, with the growth of technology you can speak to a tarot reader over the phone or even via a chat room on the internet. This makes it a lot easier to have a reading because there is no need to travel and you can speak to any kind of tarot reader that you like. Different artists interpret the Tarot symbols in differing ways, each adding their own perspective. There are also so many themes that can correspond with the tarot system - there are thousands of decks available, catering to many diverse interests, from baseball to voodoo. There's a Tarot deck to match just about every interest or belief. No. It's an old myth among Tarot novices that your first deck must be given as a gift, or that it's somehow bad luck to buy your own deck. There is nothing wrong with obtaining your own set of Tarot cards -- and that way you can choose a style and art that is compatible with your tastes.
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Different Types of Tarot Cards
The tarot cards have been used for reading one's future and also for divination purposes for more than 500 years. There are many varieties of tarot cards used by the psychic readers today. The type of cards used depends on the psychic reader. Some of the traditional tarot cards that are still in use are the Haindl tarot, lovecraft tarot, Minchiate Fiorentine tarot, Palladini and many more.
Tarot cards are used for fortune-telling in the West. Some of the popular and commonly used tarot cards are listed below.

The Benedetti Tarot cards are a set of cards were inspired by the Visconti(an ancient tarot) tarot deck. These cards have designs of leaves painted in gold. The psychic readers who wish to add a bit of elegance to their reading use these sets of cards.
The Cat People Tarot Cards are used by fortune-tellers who read the human mind. It is believed that this tarot card enables the reader to see any far off place, pertaining to the inquiry of the client, in the mind's eye. The Cat People tarot cards features the cat companions and their mystics.
The Ator Tarot Cards show beautiful and adorable characters that make it a popular choice of psychic readers. The Ator tarots are the fanciful representation of the Rider Waite tarot cards.
The Curious Tarot Cards is a set of modern tarot deck. This type of tarot cards are an unusual tarot cards. The characters depicted on them are very eerie. This is one of the modern-day tarot cards.
The Colman Smith Tarot Cards have original psychedelic colors and tarot drawings. This set of tarot cards is the modern version of the Rider Waite tarot cards.
The Marseilles Tarot Cards are used for divination and meditation. This tarot cards originated in the 18th century and is older than Rider Waite Tarot by 200 years.
The International Icon Tarot is the traditional Swiss tarot cards. The International Icon Tarot cards are one of the most popular tarot cards used by the psychic readers.
The Golden Tarot Cards are a set of cards that is mainly used by the great thinkers. Though a modern tarot, it has the touches of a medieval rendition for fortune-telling.
The Phoenix Tarot Cards are one of the cards that were created in the 20th century. The vibrant colors of this card set make it one of the beautiful sets of cards.Tarot cards are a basically a deck of 78 cards which have pictures on them. These pictures are full of symbolism, meanings and are rife with insights into the human story. A study of the cards will often reveal a lot of hidden depths and knowledge which goes a long way in understanding oneself and providing guidance and help to other people.While it is not easy to learn reading Tarot cards, it is not an impossible or a difficult process either. All you need is an open mind and a lot of imagination. People often say that you need to be psychic in order to do a Tarot card reading. I say, that we all possess this inherent capability within us - it is just that we have not exercised our 'psychic muscle' as such.The first step is to get a good Tarot card deck. The deck must have images or pictures that you can relate to. Most shops would have an opened deck which you can go through. Take your time going through the pictures on all the cards. Do they feel familiar? Do you feel as if you instinctively understand what is happening in these pictures?Nowadays, a variety of decks are available in the market. Search over the Internet. You have decks based on so many themes - Egyptian mythology, Greek mythology, Pagan lore, Animal themed decks, Decks based on Modern themes - the variety is endless. What is your favorite imaginary realm? Do you like Egyptian myths? Do you like futuristic imagery? There are decks which will be just right for what you want. Go for that. A deck which will speak to you will often be something you will find easy to understand.
The next step is to invest in a good book. Ideally, most decks come with a detailed book, or a Little White Book
Often enough the LWB may not contain enough insight or information. So one should have a book that contains the information you are looking for. Look at the various sections in the book you want to buy. Does the book talk about the mythological aspects of the cards? Does the book talk about archetypes? Does the book give detailed explanations of the cards' symbolism? While searching on the Internet, look at the opinions of people about that book. Did they find it useful? Invest in a book that can be a good guide for you to turn to when you are stuck for interpretations.
The third step is to invest in a Tarot Journal. Most Tarot lovers will tell you to buy a two ring binder and many loose leaf sheets (they can be ruled, plain or both). This is a very good method of keeping a record of your work. Journals can be used to record individual card meanings and interpretations, and even a Tarot card reading you did for yourself or for someone else - this record helps you understand your interpretation of each card in a reading. As you progress with your study of Tarot, you can go back and refer to your notes and interpretations. This way, you can gain insight into your intuitive process, and make changes or gain deeper understanding where needed.
Now, we finally get down to it. Here is where you sit down with your materials and start the learning process. Before you begin, make a commitment to yourself that you will complete this task at hand. Find a quiet time and space where you are not likely to be disturbed. A couple of hours or so, for a few days, is great.

Now, take each card in your hand and look at the pictures. Do they say something to you? For example, when you see the images, do you feel as if 'this is happening' or 'that is being done'? Make a note of it in your journal. Then read about the card in the book that came along with the deck. Do you agree with the interpretations? Do you feel that some are relevant while some are not? Do these interpretations match what you felt before? Make a note of the interpretations that vibe with you in your journal. Now take the other book that you bought. Read about the card in that book. Does it help you understand what the interpretation is all about? Does the picture in the card make sense to you? Make a note of your insights in your journal.Repeat this process with all the cards.Once you have done this process, go over your interpretations in your journal to refresh them in your mind.Now we come to the part where you actually do a Tarot card reading. You can do this Tarot reading either for yourself or for a friend,there would be a sample spread or two (sometimes even more) with a couple of sample readings as well. Go through it and understand the spread and the reading process. Then follow the process given in the book to actually do a Tarot reading.
After the reading is over, you can go through your notes and the books. Do your interpretations match the meanings that you got? Do you have another insight or meaning to add to the ones you got from the books? Go ahead and add the interpretation into your journal. Make sure that you date the reading and mention the subject or question you asked at the top of the page where you noted down your interpretations.

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Learning how to read Tarot cards requires a certain amount of dedication and commitment. But if done properly, this connection with the cards can help you come closer to your inner self and remain guided by the Universe forever.

How to Make Your Own Tarot Cards

A new deck of tarots is first read for its owner. This is meant to allow his or her positive vibes to flow through the deck of cards. The cards must accept the reader as their master and the one seeking their guidance. Many tarot card readers find it hard to interpret and remember the conventional cards and their signs, which often interferes with their readings. This is one of the reasons why many have taken to making their own deck, using symbols and images which they understand and can associate with. Learning how to make your own tarot cards, can save you the added trouble of figuring out what the cards are telling you. What you must remember, before starting with this project, is that making your own deck of tarots is very time-consuming and will require your utmost indulgence and patience.You will need to purchase an entire deck of blank tarot cards. These empty cards, usually have borders for new images to placed. These cards give you the freedom to either paint your tarot personalities on the cards or paste images on the cards. Some cards are sold with printed titles, which make it easier for you to place the images as per the required sequence. Since there are 78 cards in a complete deck, making the cards will take a lot of thinking. Tarot cards work on the basis of the energies being send out to them, therefore it will be your responsibility to make these empty cards into actual tarots; that reveal what is asked of them.
This is the most difficult as well as fun part of the project, which requires that you scavenge for suitable images in old magazines, art books and picture books. Always go in for images which appear on glossy paper, as these make the cards look new and fresh! You may use images of almost anything which, according to you, matches with the personality of the tarot cards. You have the complete freedom to select an image which you will remember and be able to read, the moment you see it. Always go in for images which are appropriate, without worrying about the size. However, it would be more convenient to work with images that can be manipulated and made to fit the empty cards. Larger images will need to be scanned and reduced in size, so as to be able to be placed on the card. Never paste images which look too shrunk or cramped, after having reduced the size. For those who are good are drawing, or at digital art work, can use this inexpensive medium to draw and scan the printouts of the 22 tarot personalities.
Not all images can be stuck directly to the card, and might need a background colored paper to give depth to the image. Be very careful, while cutting the image, as it must not look messy.
You will need to get your cards laminated, if you expect them to last for a couple of years. Getting all the cards laminated will seem expensive but will prove to be worth every dollar spent. The lamination will ensure that your cards do not tear, or accumulate dirt, if they are maintain properly. Request the person in charge of the lamination, to ensure that no air bubbles form on the cards, while laminating your cards! If there are air bubbles, ask them to re-do those cards.Your own tarot cards will be ready for use as soon as they have been successfully laminated. This is a fun activity to do and all it requires it time for you to hunt for the proper images. Hopefully, now you will be utilizing the aforementioned information while making the initial 22 cards for yourself.

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