What are Tarot Cards?
Tarot cards are a card game usually consisting of 78 cards which are split into two distinct parts, the Major Arcana and the Minor Arcana. Generally, the Major Arcana has 22 cards, with images that represent archetypal symbolism used for divination and self-reflection. The Minor Arcana contains 56 cards that are divided into four suits which are usually Swords, Wands, Cups and Pentacles. Tarot cards are a form of divination, they can be used to gain insight about a person’s life and their future.
Phasmophobia and Tarot Cards
Phasmophobia is the fear of ghosts or spirits, and tarot cards have often been associated with this phenomenon. Divination, the practice of discerning knowledge of the future or of discovering hidden knowledge, often involves the use of tarot cards. Many people believe that tarot cards can draw out a person’s energy within and even provide insight to the supernatural world. It is believed that when used correctly, tarot cards can provide people with the answers they seek about the paranormal.
How Tarot Cards Work
The belief in tarot cards dates back to the 18th century and they function by utilizing the law of correspondences which, as it suggests, is a belief that there are corresponding symbols that point to the same message. Tarot readers use a variety of techniques to interpret the tarot cards and many believe that the cards can reflect both energies and the past, present, and future.
Using Tarot Cards to Predict the Paranormal
Many people believe that tarot cards can be used to help predict the paranormal. Tarot readers look for signs of energy and the hidden knowledge associated with the cards to make predictions about paranormal activity. It is believed that tarot cards can provide insight about the various spirits or entities that may be present. By reading the past, present, and future energies associated with the cards used, it is thought that tarot readers can get a better idea of the type of entities involved and the types of energy being projected.
Conclusion
Tarot cards have long been used as a form of divination and they are often associated with the fear of ghosts and paranormal activity. The practice of tarot readings involves looking for signs of energy through various symbols and images associated with the cards. By interpreting the tarot cards, it is thought that readers can gain insight into the paranormal activity and gain a better understanding of what may be occurring in their environment.
What are the different types of tarot card readings?
1. Intuitive readings – These readings involve using intuition to interpret the messages from the tarot cards.
2. Focused readings – These readings involve focusing on a specific question or area of life, and using the tarot cards to gain insight into the situation.
3. Romance readings – These readings use tarot cards to focus on relationships, whether they are current or potential.
4. Spiritual readings – These readings focus on exploring the deeper spiritual meaning behind the messages from the tarot cards.
5. Oracle readings – These readings are done with oracle cards instead of tarot cards, and they often focus on a specific topic or area of life.
6. Past life readings – These readings focus on exploring past lives and/or the lessons learned from them.
7. Professional readings – These readings are held with a professional tarot card reader, and they involve interpreting the cards to gain insight or advice for the querent.
What is a Celtic Cross tarot card reading?
A Celtic Cross is a tarot spread consisting of 10 cards that are arranged in the shape of a cross, plus one card laid at the center. It is a popular reading for examining the nature of a situation and to look into the influences surrounding it, both present and historic ones. The reading looks to uncover the deeper influences, patterns, and dynamics at play between the querent (the person seeking insight) and the issue or questions that they have. Commonly, the 10 card spread examines the nature of the querant’s situation, the near environment, and long-term outlook. It is also used to explore areas such as personal growth, relationship inquiries, career and spiritual guidance.
What symbols appear on a Celtic Cross tarot card reading?
A Celtic Cross tarot card reading typically features imagery that includes a cross, tarot cards, cups, swords, coins, and rods (or wands). Many decks also feature additional symbols such as stars, wings, flowers, trees, and other imagery associated with Celtic mythology. Additionally, the cross typically has four arms of equal length decorated with spirals, circles, knots, triangles, and/or zigzags.