Author: Cathy McClelland
Schiffer Publishing, 2017
Description: 78 cards and a 215 page guidebook in a sturdy cardboard box, with magnetic closure.
Card Size: 3 1/2" X 5 1/4"
Your Path to Self Discovery through Cosmic Symbolism
Cathy McClelland self-published The Star Major Arcana Deck in 2008. The Star Tarot takes her vision to the next step to include the Minors.
“The Star Tarot is clearly rooted in the Golden Dawn correspondences. It does homage to Waite and Smith and to the creators of the Thoth deck, Crowly and Harris.” ~ Foreword by Mary K. Greer
"Use this deck and book together to renew your spirit and help you realign with your soul purpose and the guiding light of all creation.” ~ Foreword by Mary K. Greer
I found the artwork in this deck breathtaking, unusual, and unique. The deck pulls pieces from the different tarot systems and brings them together to create a new type of Tarot.
The Guidebook is completely dedicated to the cards. The Major Arcana is discussed as a whole and then each card is covered. Information includes keywords, an in-depth look at the card and the image's symbolisms. The Minor Arcana is also discussed as a whole, followed by a section on the Lunar Cycle and Aspects. Information is given on the suits, numbers, individual cards, and the court cards. Each card has a black and white photo supplied. The book includes a lot of information, including Astrological, Seasons, Lunar Cycle, and even associated Archangel when relevant to the card.
"In the Star Tarot each of the Minors has a lunar cycle representing it. The moon's cycles are reminders of the cycles in our lives."
9 - The Hermit – Your Guiding Light
“The Hermit is the one who steps out of the darkness shining his lantern, showing you the way.”
“The Hermit brings a time for review and introspection and the opportunity to develop your inner wisdom by seeking guidance from another or through introspection and spiritual work.”
“The lightning at the bottom of this image represents the restlessness and life’s unsettling situations that stimulate one to seek a deeper meaning in life.”
“The owl symbolizes the carrier of dreams."
"The Hermit’s staff brings intellect and higher knowledge.”
The Nine of Swords
Lunar cycle: Balsamic Moon
Keyword Phrase: Dark Night of the Soul
“The Nine of Swords enters late at night when you are feeling the most vulnerable.”
“The gift of the Nine of Swords is the realization that you are not alone, but connected to the greater whole.”
“The spider’s tapestry web hangs behind her symbolizing the macrocosm of the universe and the microcosm of our lives.”
I recommend this deck to Everyone. Whether you are new to the world of tarot or a long time resident, this deck is amazing with its enriching images and deep rooted symbolism.
Grab your copy from Schiffer Publishing.
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1 comment:
Thanks for the review! Such beautiful tarot cards!
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