Mystical Origins of the Tarot: From Ancient Roots to Modern Usage b- Paul Huson

Mystical Origins of the Tarot: From Ancient Roots to Modern Usage - Paul Huson

Book language: English

Paul Huson's Mystical Origins of the Tarot offers a comprehensive and richly illustrated study of the occult roots and development of the Tarot cards. The book traces the origins of Tarot symbolism to ancient Persia and highlights how the imagery of the Major Arcana is connected to medieval myths of mystery, wonder, and morality plays.

The book includes:

• Detailed research into the original historical sources of each card and how their prophetic meanings have evolved from symbolism.
• Authentic card table spreads and divination techniques from the 18th and 19th centuries.
• Interpretations of cards as they were understood in the Middle Ages and Renaissance.

Although the origins of the tarot are somewhat obscure, with some suggesting its origins in China, Egypt, or India, Huson shows that many of the symbols are directly related to ancient Persian and European cultures. He highlights how the court cards of the Minor Arcana have been influenced by both pagan and medieval sources, which have shaped their meanings in divination.

Huson also shows how the symbolism of the Major Arcana was already used in the popular 15th century sortilège, or fortune-telling by drawing lots. He also examines how the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn and AE Waite have influenced modern interpretations of tarot cards.

"Mystical Origins of the Tarot" is an excellent book for tarot enthusiasts, history buffs, and anyone who wants to deepen their understanding of the cultural and symbolic roots of tarot cards. The book's practical divination instructions make it a useful tool for beginners and experienced readers alike.