Tarot Cards, Tarot Decks & Spreads — A Cosmic Guide to Intuitive Reading | The Temple

Tarot Cards, Tarot Decks & Spreads — A Cosmic Guide to Intuitive Reading | The Temple
Tarot Cards, Decks & Spreads — A Violet, Etheric Guide | The Temple
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Tarot Cards, Decks & Spreads — A Violet, Etheric Guide

A practical, soul-centred introduction to Tarot: its story, the Major & Minor Arcana, how to choose a deck, and elegant spreads you can use today.

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Tarot is a mirror for the soul. Symbols, numbers, and archetypes form a gentle language that reveals patterns and possibilities. In this guide, we honour Tarot’s story, learn the Arcana, choose a resonant deck, and practise spreads that bring clarity—with ethics and heart at the centre.

The Story & Living History of Tarot

From early European playing cards to a sacred tool for reflection, Tarot evolved through artists and mystics who layered mythology, numerology, and archetypal psychology into a portable book of wisdom. Its purpose isn’t to fix your fate—it’s to illuminate choice, align you with truth, and invite your next brave step.

Guiding Thought: Tarot clarifies; you create.

Major Arcana — The Soul’s Milestones

The 22 Majors trace “The Fool’s Journey,” mapping initiations and awakenings. When they appear, they point to meaningful thresholds.

0 — The Fool: Trust, new beginnings, a heart-led leap.
I — The Magician: Will, focus, turning vision into form.
II — The High Priestess: Inner knowing, intuition, mystery.
III — The Empress: Creativity, abundance, embodied love.
IV — The Emperor: Structure, sovereignty, wise boundaries.
X — Wheel of Fortune: Cycles, timing, change in motion.
XIII — Death: Release and renewal; endings as thresholds.
XIV — Temperance: Harmony, healing, alchemy.
XVI — The Tower: Truth breaks through; foundations reset.
XXI — The World: Integration, completion, new horizon.

Many Majors often signal life-direction and deep soul lessons.

Minor Arcana — Everyday Energies

The 56 Minors move in four elemental suits, showing how energy becomes action in daily life.

Wands — Fire

Purpose, spark, creativity, momentum.

InspirationCourageVision

Cups — Water

Feelings, intuition, relationships, healing.

CompassionFlowListening

Swords — Air

Truth, clarity, thought, communication.

BoundariesInsightHonesty

Pentacles — Earth

Body, work, resources, grounded progress.

CraftRootsStability

Court Cards — Living Archetypes

Pages learn, Knights act, Queens embody with heart, Kings steward with structure. Courts may represent you, someone else, or a quality needed now.

Choosing Your Tarot Deck

Art that feels alive: Imagery should speak to your spirit.
Clear symbolism: Especially helpful when starting out.
Card feel & size: Choose a stock that shuffles well.
Helpful guidebook: Speeds learning and confidence.
Values & vibe: Pick a deck aligned with your path.
One deck to begin: Build relationship before collecting.

Preparing for a Reading

Simple Ritual

Breathe deeply; ground your body.
Hold the deck; set a clear intention.
Shuffle while focusing on your question.
Cut the deck in a way that feels right.

Care & Cleansing

Store your deck with respect (box, cloth, or altar).
Cleanse with breath or gentle smoke, if desired.
Journal insights to track themes over time.

Elegant Beginner Spreads

Three-Card Flow

1: Energy now
2: What shapes it
3: Path forward

Perfect for daily clarity in minutes.

Clarity Cross (Mini)

1: Heart of the matter
2: The challenge
3: Hidden support
4: Best next step

Celtic Cross (Classic)

Present • Challenge • Foundation • Past • Potential • Near Future
Self • Environment • Hopes/Fears • Outcome

Use when you want a fuller map of the landscape.

Reading with Heart — Ethics & Intuition

Empathy first: Read to empower, not to frighten.
Open questions: “What supports healing here?”
Consent & privacy: Honour boundaries for self and others.
Allow mystery: Not everything must be solved today.
Treat Tarot as a conversation. The cards reflect; you choose the dance.

Tarot FAQ

Do I need to be psychic?
No. Presence, practice, and good questions are enough.
Can I read for myself?
Yes—journal your pulls to spot patterns over time.
How often should I read?
As often as it supports you. A daily single-card draw is perfect.
What if a card feels intense?
Ask what it’s teaching you and pull a clarifier for guidance.

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