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| Posted by: Eclectic_Stag 31-Jan-2004, 04:37 PM |
| I've just recently started to use the Tarot and I'm working with the Morgan-Greer Tarot (well I am a beginner after all). I'm just wondering how many of you use the Tarot and which Decks do you prefer? |
| Posted by: jaynebylak 31-Jan-2004, 06:47 PM |
| Hi. I use Tarot regularly. Have been reading them for over 13 years. I have gone thru several different decks on my way to fiding the RIGHT one for me. I have finally found it. I use the Celtic Dragon deck. I love it. I have alway been interested in dragons so it is just cool. Have fun learning...it is a good trip into the spiritual path you have chosen to follow. Jayne |
| Posted by: Angel Whitefang (Rider) 01-Feb-2004, 10:17 PM |
| I use several decks but my first Deck ever and Most Favorite Deck is my Celtic Dragon Deck. I am still a beginner also (only using for 2 years) but I find that before using a deck it is best if you charge it & then Sleep on the deck for 3 nights. this lets the cards and you get to know each other. I have perchased decks that I absolutly loved but when I slept on them I had noting but nightmares so badly that my husband woke me because I was screaming. So always becareful and make sure if the deck isn't suited to you , that you can return it and exchange it for a different deck.  |
| Posted by: RavenWing 02-Feb-2004, 09:04 AM |
| I have read tarot for about 6 or 7 years now. But, it has been intermittent, and I am still a novice. I wilsh I had more time to devote to it. My favorite decks are: Universal Waite (great for general readings) Russian Tarot of St. Petersburg (very intense) Sacred Path (great for personal introspection) |
| Posted by: JaneyMae 03-Feb-2004, 05:07 PM |
| I've read Tarot for about 20 years off and on. I use my mother's old deck and do not know what kind of card it is. Still an amature but enjoy it, nevertheless. My daughter was learning but stopped to deal with her 4 kids. When she's ready I'll give her the deck that her grandmother used. |
| Posted by: maisky 03-Feb-2004, 05:29 PM | ||
Next time I'm at the river we will have to have to tipple a little Tullamore and you can do a reading for me....  I am sure you have a touch of 'the gift'.  |
| Posted by: JaneyMae 04-Feb-2004, 08:11 PM | ||
Mom taught me to read the cards. Should say she taught me how to see what turns up. Really amazing stuff. Haven't read in a few years. Couldn't find the cards. Think mom was hiding them. They turned up a couple weeks back. In the drawer I'd emptied many times looking for them. So, when you come for visit I'll have refreshed my tallons and will read. I cut back on the readings when I saw one of JJ's friends was going to die. He did.  |
| Posted by: maisky 05-Feb-2004, 08:59 AM | ||
I clearly understand that the readings done by a talented reader are not a joke. |
| Posted by: Dreamer1 06-Feb-2004, 07:12 PM |
| A question, then, about Tarot Decks. I've read conflicting opinions in several books about where your deck should come from. Some books say that a Deck should always be given to you, not purchased by the Reader(is that the right term for the person who uses the Deck?). Other books say you should buy several Decks for yourself, and use them according to which feels right for the situation. What have you all found to be true? Thanks, Dreamer1 |
| Posted by: JaneyMae 07-Feb-2004, 12:10 PM |
| I've not studied the issue of who has which deck where and why. It is a good question and I'd like to know. I was going to look at mine and see what kinds they are and possibly how old but they're gone again. Wish I knew where they kept running to! |
| Posted by: maisky 07-Feb-2004, 01:04 PM | ||
It is currently mating season for Tarot decks, so it may be off looking to get laid.  |
| Posted by: JaneyMae 07-Feb-2004, 01:46 PM |
| I knew there had to be a logical explanation! |
| Posted by: maisky 07-Feb-2004, 06:32 PM |
Let me know if you don't find the family deck (I have sometimes suspected you might be short a few cards.. ). If you can't find them, I will mug a gypsy, errr, I will buy new ones.  |
| Posted by: JaneyMae 08-Feb-2004, 11:11 AM |
Short cards? Oh hehe  Make sure the new deck is from a reputable gypsie!! Er store!! |
| Posted by: RavenWing 09-Feb-2004, 09:57 AM | ||
All of the above! THe best deck I ever had was a gift. However, I have had wonderful results with decks I have purchased myself. The best thing is to look at them and see if they "call to you". I don't buy one unless it does. I bought my Russian Tarot at a mall of all places, and it called to me from across the hall. |
| Posted by: barddas 09-Feb-2004, 03:24 PM | ||
I think it really depends on the individual. And I too have read those same things over the years. I have bought several, and had a few given to me. They all work about the same. Some seem to be a little less 'revealing' than others... but, for the most part they all are good to me. And to comment on Angel's comment of sleeping with your deck before you use it... I have to agree.... I know it sounds a bit odd. But it really helps with the getting to know the cards and visa versa.... The decks I use are- Aliester Crowley Thoth deck (ALWAYS intence readings...kindda the big guns, so to speak) The Witches Tarot ( by Llewelyn pub.) Celtic Shaman ( this was a gift..only used it a couple times...it's just ok) Faerie tarot ( Brian Froud ... nice deck, great feeling, beautiful artwork....nice deck) There are a few more... that I haven't used in some time.... that are slipping past my mind right now... |
| Posted by: maisky 09-Feb-2004, 10:30 PM |
Ok, I just bought a used tarot deck from half.com for JaneyMae. Owned by a little old gypsy from Pasadena who only drove it on Sundays.  |
| Posted by: Dreamer1 10-Feb-2004, 10:43 AM |
Thanks Barddas. I've seen some beautiful decks, and some that were unfamiliar but intriguing and have been reluctant to buy any for myself. Partly due to what I've read, but also partly because I'm nervous about the whole thing. (Must go back to experiences with Ouiga boards  ). I'll have a bit more confidence now that I have some idea of which Decks to watch for. Thinking about this, though, brings me back to the Question--how do you know if you'll have the gift for this? I certainly don't feel as if I have any special talent/ability for these things, but a friend told me she didn't either until she tried it. I guess I'll have to try. Dreamer1 |
| Posted by: Dreamer1 10-Feb-2004, 10:51 AM |
Ooops! Raven Wing, I'm sorry. I missed your post somehow.  (I hate it when I do that!) Thanks for answering my question, too. It seems general consensus is that what matters is really the Decks themselves, not the way in which you get them. Thanks! Dreamer1 |
| Posted by: barddas 10-Feb-2004, 11:35 AM | ||
I *personally* wouldn't say it is a gift. But using the tools that are put before you. And practice makes perfect! And some decks you might get, just might not be the one for you.....It's real trial and error with that. Choose one that 'calls' to you. Or that you find beautiful, or have some sort of connection to. *OR* go to your local tarot store and close yer eyes and run yer hands over them.... Which ever one 'feels' the best... take it home..... There are far more difficult ways of divination, that require 'natural talent' or being 'gifted'. I find this to be a good stepping stoone for anyone interested in divination..... |
| Posted by: JaneyMae 10-Feb-2004, 11:58 AM | ||
Thank you, Maisky!! I don't believe in purchasing cards for myself as my mom said they needed to come from someone who knows you and cares. Now, when I find my other errant deck, I'll have two. Can hardly wait for the new deck. A little ol' gypsie from Pasadena? Farm out!! |
| Posted by: Angel Whitefang (Rider) 17-Feb-2004, 02:06 AM |
| I find that when recieving pentacles and such that the fired thing holds true but I prefer to purchase cards that have never been used by anyone, I don't have to fight with the previous persons energies. |
| Posted by: JaneyMae 20-Feb-2004, 12:06 PM |
| My old deck resurfaced and have read with both. Seems to be pretty close to the same. I read mine several times to try to get my technique back. Kept fortelling of pain for me. I fell down the stairs the next day. Back in my hinged knee brace. Now I remember why I quit reading. |
| Posted by: RavenWing 20-Feb-2004, 12:11 PM |
| That is why I never read for myself. |
| Posted by: JaneyMae 21-Feb-2004, 06:38 PM |
| I won't be readin' mine again. I'll read my dogs or my daughters from afar. |
| Posted by: 3Ravens 22-Feb-2004, 12:07 AM |
I started out with a "standard" Rider-Waite deck. That's all that I could find back in the "old days"!  My favorite right now is a Native American themed one, although I expect it is more new age than true native american.  What works best for me and what I use the most is a set of goddess runes I made myself. I made them from sea pebbles. However, my ability to predict when someone will get pregnant, and my ability to determine the sex of a baby don't seem to need any "helpers" at all!  I was told that it is OK to ask for guidance for yourself, but you should not try to find out your own future. |
| Posted by: JaneyMae 22-Feb-2004, 12:08 PM | ||
I am using the "standard" Rider-Waite deck that were my mom's. (think I've said that). I have so wanted to get into Runes but have hesitated until I have some really good alone time to concentrate. My alone time is limited right now. I've found a talent in water divination. Has come in hand a time or two. My dad taught me that one. Just use a metal coat hanger. Funny. Also passed the knowing when the phone is going to ring and who's there is something I've passed on to my daughter.  |
| Posted by: Dreamer1 07-Mar-2004, 09:40 PM | ||||
JaneyMae, My dad used to do that when he was a boy, quite often I think, but he said he stopped because it made his parents uncomfortable and spooked the friends who'd called! People didn't understand it, and didn't know what to think of Dad. I can just imagine the mixture of reactions that would've resulted from Dad's ability. I don't know if he still has that gift, and just refrains from using it, or if he's somehow completely shut it down. I'll have to ask him about it. He has also had premonitions occasionally, and one in particular saved his life when I was a baby. He changed his travel plans, literally at the last minute, from taking a plane to taking a bus instead. During that overnight bus trip he had a nightmare about the plane going down-woke the whole bus up screaming about the crash-headlines the next morning in the papers proved it to be true, no survivors. I agree with Maisky. These Gifts are quite a mixed blessing. Dreamer1 |
| Posted by: Angel Whitefang (Rider) 11-Mar-2004, 10:49 AM | ||
It's Kinda like using a hammer, the first couple of swings ya might miss but, as you use it, The more confident you get in your ability, the more you hit the nail directly on the head. |
| Posted by: peckery 11-Mar-2004, 04:21 PM |
Bicycle puts out a nice tatot deck...........  |
| Posted by: VetteGal 01-Apr-2004, 11:39 PM |
| Hello, I have a few decks, some are sets with a book The sets are the Mythic Tarot and Arthurian Tarot. The decks are the Londa Tarot, Witches Tarot, Unicorn Tarot, and Thoth Tarot. I don't like the thoth deck though, can never get a reading from it. The Londa deck is my favorite, I have three copies of it. One for me and one for others, plus a spare. When I was reading all the time I would spook my friends with how accurate the reading could be. It has been a while since I have picked them up. I am hoping to get back into them soon. Nikki |
| Posted by: maisky 02-Apr-2004, 08:47 AM | ||
How about your brother's? Something about coming into a LOT of money and spending time fishing.... |
| Posted by: Angel Whitefang (Rider) 07-Apr-2004, 08:17 AM |
Well Hubby just bought me a new deck, "The Healing Womans Tarot" it is based on the Native Americans and I love it. the art work is nice, I know a few artists here who would have done a better job, but it's still a nice deck now I get to "KNOW" the deck. I'm excited!!!! |
| Posted by: urian 14-May-2004, 09:51 PM |
| I was taught by an old witch when I was 13(I think she was 70 or so then and that was 16 years ago) to use a regular card deck and some spreads that I haven't seen anyone else use. Just wondering if anyone else has used a normal deck. Now mind you, the deck I use I've had in my posession since I was 11 and I'm the only one who uses it so...it's not like I pick up a deck during a poker game and give someone a reading. |
| Posted by: RavenWing 15-May-2004, 09:49 AM | ||
My mither in law uses a deck of regular playing cards. She stopped doing it after seeing the death of a friend. |
| Posted by: urian 18-May-2004, 08:14 PM | ||
Something similar with me. Laid out the entire marriage and eath of a friend of mine. Been 100% so far. A friend of mine stopped reading when he predicted my brothers death...that was 10 years ago and he has yet to touch another deck. |
| Posted by: Sėmeag 26-Feb-2009, 05:46 PM |
| I (mostly) use the Greenwood Tarot, though I do have a few oracle decks to hand, too. |
| Posted by: marthien 26-Feb-2009, 08:12 PM |
| i have been using the Tarot for about 3 years now. Now I have used 2 decks in that time and found that the Celtic Dragon deck. A frind of mine who helped me learn about the Tarot, has told me that I have come quite familiar with the cards in as little as time as took most people. Give it time, you will find te right deck!!! |
