The guidebook also includes helpful pages on getting to know tarot, and Davidson breaks down the Major and Minor Arcana (what makes up any tarot deck) and what the numbers and court cards might signify.

You'll find explanations of all 78 cards that are brief enough to understand quickly with enough room for your own interpretations. It is the essential source of information and ideas that make sense of a world in constant transformation. I like that the guidebook touches on the best practices for preparing to read and reading tarot, and also includes four examples of spreads to try, such as the Cat's Paw five-card spread. From welcoming new beginnings with the Ace of Cups to facing a new guiding presence in your life with the Hierophant, each card you draw holds the power to reveal hidden truths and guide you through the unexpected events of daily life.Cats Rule the Earth Tarot goes deeper than simply presenting the meaning of each card―it equips the reader with a historical understanding of tarot, how to interpret and apply each card drawn and methods of conducting readings for yourself, friends, or family. Sometimes I find modern interpretations of tarot cards to stray too far from the original and, as someone still trying to learn what the cards mean, it can get confusing. The Pages court card, for example, represents a young person with childlike qualities, such as curiosity and joy. Tarot might help you see a certain situation in your life a little differently; it's not too different from meditation. Experienced tarot readers likely have a deeper understanding than this book offers, but for those of us who need a little guidance, it's excellent.

By using the Web site, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to be bound by the Terms and Conditions. WIRED may earn a portion of sales from products that are purchased through our site as part of our Affiliate Partnerships with retailers. It’s one of the best books I’ve read that comes with a deck; often these included books leave me more confused about how to read the cards than I was when I started.

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