🔮 Tarot, Oracles, and Mystical Cards: History, Types, and the Everyday Witch Tarot
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- Aug 30, 2025
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Updated: Sep 2, 2025
Since ancient times, cards have been used not only for entertainment but also as tools of spiritual connection, divination, and self-discovery. Within the mystical tradition, tarot and oracle cards have become some of the most popular ways to seek answers, make decisions, and better understand our inner world.
At Witchy Wisdom, we embrace the wisdom of these tools and especially connect with the Everyday Witch Tarot, a deck that blends magic, symbolism, and joy in a way that feels deeply aligned with our philosophy.
📜 A Brief History of Tarot and Mystical Cards
The tarot originated in Europe around the 15th century. At first, these were simply playing cards (known as tarocchi in Italy and France), but by the 18th century, occultists such as Antoine Court de Gébelin began to associate them with mystical Egyptian knowledge, Kabbalah, and astrology. From that point on, the tarot became a powerful symbolic language used for divination and spiritual exploration.
The oracle deck, in contrast, does not have a fixed structure or defined origin. Different kinds of oracle cards have been used throughout history to consult the gods, spirits, or energies of nature. Today, oracle decks can be inspired by mythologies, angels, shamanic traditions, archetypes, affirmations, and more.
🃏 Types of Cards and Decks
1. Traditional Tarot
Tarot of Marseille: One of the oldest, with simple figures and vivid colors.
Rider-Waite-Smith Tarot: Created in 1909, it’s the most widely used deck, filled with symbolic imagery.
Thoth Tarot: Designed by Aleister Crowley and Lady Frieda Harris, rich in astrological and cabalistic references.
2. Modern Oracle Decks
Angel cards: Offering protection, faith, and guidance.
Nature oracles: Inspired by animals, plants, or elements.
Psychological/spiritual oracles: Such as affirmation decks, focused on healing and personal growth.
3. Other Mystical Decks
Lenormand cards: French origin (19th century), known for practical, detailed readings.
Rune cards: Based on the ancient runic alphabet, connected with Norse magic.
🌙 Differences Between Tarot, Oracles, and Other Cards
🔮 Tarot
Fixed structure: 78 cards (22 Major Arcana + 56 Minor Arcana).
Deep, universal symbolism linked to astrology, numerology, and Kabbalah.
Ideal for complex and detailed readings.
🌿 Oracle Decks
No fixed structure: decks can have 30, 60, or more cards.
Themes vary widely (angels, goddesses, animals, chakras, affirmations, etc.).
More intuitive and flexible, perfect for inspirational and spiritual guidance.
🃏 Other Cards (Lenormand, Runes, etc.)
Have their own specific traditions and rules.
Often provide more practical or straightforward insights.
🌌 Choosing the Right Deck for Your Personality
The Seeker: drawn to tarot, with its rich symbolism and deep wisdom.
The Intuitive Dreamer: prefers oracle decks, which deliver clear, direct messages.
The Practical Mind: connects with Lenormand or rune cards, which offer concrete, specific answers.
✨ Everyday Witch Tarot: Witchy Wisdom’s Favorite Deck
Among all the mystical decks, the one that resonates most with us at Witchy Wisdom is the Everyday Witch Tarot.
📖 What is the Everyday Witch Tarot?
Created by Deborah Blake and illustrated by Elisabeth Alba, this deck has quickly become a modern classic. Published in 2017, it blends the structure and symbolism of the Rider-Waite-Smith tarot with charming, magical artwork that is both joyful and relatable.
Each card features witches in pointed hats, playful black cats, and magical scenes of daily life. This makes the deck approachable, full of personality, and perfect for both beginners and seasoned readers.
✨ Key Features of the Everyday Witch Tarot
78 cards: complete with Major and Minor Arcana.
Bright, whimsical, and colorful illustrations.
Strong Rider-Waite-Smith symbolism, making it easy to learn.
Includes a fully illustrated guidebook with clear explanations.
Balances serious wisdom with lighthearted energy.
🌿 Why Witchy Wisdom Loves This Deck
It shows that magic is everywhere, even in daily life.
It brings a joyful, uplifting energy to readings, unlike heavier decks.
It’s accessible for beginners while still deep enough for advanced tarot readers.
The playful art hides profound spiritual insights, making it versatile for any reading.
🃏 Personality and the Everyday Witch Tarot
The Beginner: Loves its clarity, simplicity, and easy-to-follow guidebook.
The Dreamer: Resonates with its whimsical art and magical storytelling.
The Mystic: Enjoys its witchy imagery, cats, and symbols.
The Experienced Reader: Appreciates its fresh, fun twist on traditional tarot.
From the rich tradition of tarot to the flexibility of oracle decks and the variety of mystical cards, these tools help us connect with intuition and universal wisdom.
At Witchy Wisdom, we honor them all, but we especially cherish the Everyday Witch Tarot, because it reflects our belief that magic is not far away — it is woven into our everyday lives.
✨ Dare to lift the veil of destiny… the cards await to whisper the secrets your soul already knows.
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