- Paperback: 1 pages
- Publisher: INNER TRADITION (Jun 30 2003)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0892810920
- ISBN-13: 978-0892810925
- Product Dimensions: 22.8 x 15.4 x 1.4 cm
- Shipping Weight: 358 g
- Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (1 customer review)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #517,071 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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"This book is an entertaining and thorough look at a neglected aspect of the tarot cards--the effect and relationship of the 'people, ' or court cards, on divinatory readings. The author has created a unique system whereby the court cards can be 'read' to reveal individuals in our lives and the roles that they play."
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THE TAROT COURT CARDS sheds new light on interpreting the 16 "face" cards of the Tarot - the King, Queen, Knight, and Page. In contrast to the idiosyncratic and confusing interpretations that are presented in many tarot books, Kate Warwick-Smith has crafted a new method of interpretation that makes these cards more accessible and offers greater enlightenment than ever before. Using the Kabbalah, she reveals the core identities of the Minor Arcana's court cards and their special purpose in one's inner and outer life as both allies and shadows. She shows how the court cards can be used to identify your tribe or clan-the specific people who support you in unique ways, such as your mentor, champion, protector or healer. She also shows how the court cards can help you identify your inner sources and challenges-insight, discipline, passion or greed-that enhance or hinder your efforts in the world. THE TAROT COURT CARDS contains an all-encompassing interpretative guide to the Minor Arcana royalty, using both new and traditional interpretations. The book, also, presents new tarot spreads and potent methods for contacting these powerful archetypes through meditation and path working. Both seasoned tarot readers and newcomers will find this book will help them achieve practical and insightful results.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Informative and Balanced,
By Theia (Carrboro, NC United States) - See all my reviews
This review is from: The Tarot Court Cards: Archetypal Patterns of Relationship in the Minor Arcana (Paperback)
The first chapter of "The Tarot Court Cards" focuses on the history of the court cards. Starting with ancient divination practices and working up to modern day influences like the golden dawn and Aleister Crowly. Informative but somewhat dry in places. Only a very small part of the book anyway. Next Warwick-Smith discusses ways to interpret the court cards. They are; as enviromental influences, as people, as other entities (Gods, etc.), or as aspects of the psyche. Again, somewhat dry but makes you think.At this point Warwick-Smith gives her own method of interpretation. The court cards can be seen as supporters or detractors. Supporters are people who provide us with something we need to lead fulfilling lives. Detractors are people who challenge us to rise above certain issues. There is also a "parts of self" version of this where the card can represent either an inner resource or an inner challenge. What I love about this way of thinking is that each card is equal parts negative and positive. While most books say that each card can represent a negative or a positive, this is the first book I have seen that actually treats the two sides equally. The meat of the book is a discussion of the four aspects (supporter, detracter, resource, and challenge) of each card. What really amazed me is how well the descriptions fit the cards, regardless of which of my decks I looked at. Each of the four aspects is given a one word title above the description and in most cases I just had to read the titles and it was like That's It! That's exactly what this card feels like to me. I have only modified two of cards meanings to fit my favorite deck. After reading the four aspects of each card you will find several small layouts for use in learning how to use each aspect and one large layout. These are fun and great for getting the feel for the different aspects. Two of the excerses are deep and useful as divination in there own right. Finally there is a section on pathworking. Besides the usual instructions for entering a card there is a mediation that will allow you to meet the entire royal court. I have found it quite helpful. At the back of the book is a summary of the aspects of each card, with only two sentences on each card. While not nearly as insightful as the full descriptions, this is great for looking at when you forget the meaning of a card. There is also a rip-out chart with literally just the names of the four aspects. Overall a great book. And one that sheds light on an area of tarot that is often ignored or shoved in a corner.
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4.4 out of 5 stars (5 customer reviews) 39 of 40 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Informative and Balanced,
By Theia - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: The Tarot Court Cards: Archetypal Patterns of Relationship in the Minor Arcana (Paperback)
The first chapter of "The Tarot Court Cards" focuses on the history of the court cards. Starting with ancient divination practices and working up to modern day influences like the golden dawn and Aleister Crowly. Informative but somewhat dry in places. Only a very small part of the book anyway. Next Warwick-Smith discusses ways to interpret the court cards. They are; as enviromental influences, as people, as other entities (Gods, etc.), or as aspects of the psyche. Again, somewhat dry but makes you think.At this point Warwick-Smith gives her own method of interpretation. The court cards can be seen as supporters or detractors. Supporters are people who provide us with something we need to lead fulfilling lives. Detractors are people who challenge us to rise above certain issues. There is also a "parts of self" version of this where the card can represent either an inner resource or an inner challenge. What I love about this way of thinking is that each card is equal parts negative and positive. While most books say that each card can represent a negative or a positive, this is the first book I have seen that actually treats the two sides equally. The meat of the book is a discussion of the four aspects (supporter, detracter, resource, and challenge) of each card. What really amazed me is how well the descriptions fit the cards, regardless of which of my decks I looked at. Each of the four aspects is given a one word title above the description and in most cases I just had to read the titles and it was like That's It! That's exactly what this card feels like to me. I have only modified two of cards meanings to fit my favorite deck. After reading the four aspects of each card you will find several small layouts for use in learning how to use each aspect and one large layout. These are fun and great for getting the feel for the different aspects. Two of the excerses are deep and useful as divination in there own right. Finally there is a section on pathworking. Besides the usual instructions for entering a card there is a mediation that will allow you to meet the entire royal court. I have found it quite helpful. At the back of the book is a summary of the aspects of each card, with only two sentences on each card. While not nearly as insightful as the full descriptions, this is great for looking at when you forget the meaning of a card. There is also a rip-out chart with literally just the names of the four aspects. Overall a great book. And one that sheds light on an area of tarot that is often ignored or shoved in a corner. 1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Amazingly Good!,
By Jagadeesh Dev "j dev" - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: The Tarot Court Cards: Archetypal Patterns of Relationship in the Minor Arcana (Paperback)
Court Cards kicking your ass? This is the only book you need. It is AMAZINGLY detailed without being overwhelming. In a word, perfect. The only book you'll ever need on Court Cards.
1 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Finally!,
By EmLar - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: The Tarot Court Cards: Archetypal Patterns of Relationship in the Minor Arcana (Paperback)
"The Tarot Court Cards: Archetypal Patterns of Relationships in the Minor Arcana", by Kate Warwick-Smith, finally brings the give and take of the everyday support group of family and friends into my tarot studies in a way I can understand. Also, I'm usually so tired of the "where did tarot come from" sections in a lot of books, but this book makes that subject interesting as well. I've often felt that straying from the traditional was going against the grain of the purpose of the cards, but as you find out how the meanings were developed since the first readings, you wonder if some day, what the cards say to you might be recorded for new students. Great book!
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