Tarot Oracle and Leormand Cards Deciphering the Difference
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Tarot Cards
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The most commonly used divination cards are the Tarot Deck. Let's explore.
The History: The Tarot Card Deck is dated all the way back to the early 1400. These trusty little rectangles have been the heart and soul of many a game in Europe, including the ever-popular tarocchini. Oh, Italy, the land of pizza, pasta, and tarocchini! These funky cards were born to play games and not simply to predict the future, unlike most tarot decks. Imagine a deck of 78 cards, like a typical tarot deck, but with its own special flair and a fresh twist on the number of cards. Who knew that Tarocchini cards were originally invented as a kick-butt game in Italy? While they might not have been born with a spiritual purpose, like some other tarot decks, they're still packed with mystical symbols and imagery that can be used for readings and interpretations.
The Cards: The Tarot is a mystical deck of 78 cards divided into two sides. First up, the Major Arcana's 22 cards, bringing to life significant life themes and archetypes. Then, the 56 cards of the Minor Arcana, split into four suits - Cups, Pentacles, Swords, and Wands - each telling tales of daily life and experiences.
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Lenormand Cards
The History: Lenormand cards are named after Marie Anne Lenormand, a French fortune-teller born in 1772, who gained significant popularity during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. However, the cards' origins predate her and are not directly linked to her as an inventor but rather became associated with her due to her use and promotion of these cards in her fortune-telling practice. As a renowned fortune-teller, Marie Lenormand worked with popular figures like Napoleon an Josephine Bonaparte. Gaining her fame due to an ultimately surprisingly accurate predictions. She moved more than just the cards though, she dabbled into palmistry and astrology as divination tools.
How It's Used: Lenormand cards focus on providing straightforward answers to specific questions. They excel in giving practical advice and tangible insights into daily life matters such as relationships, work, and simple decision-making.
The Cards: A Lenormand deck typically consists of 36 cards, each with simple and direct imagery representing everyday objects, people, or events. The Lenormand cards are pretty straightforward and offers practical insights on daily matters. The imagery are that connected and shared with the regular four suits of normal playing cards, less the King, Queen, Jacks and Jokers.
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Oracle Cards
The History: The history of oracle cards is less rooted in specific traditions or historical origins and more in the evolution of divinatory practices, personal spirituality, and the creativity of their creators. The modern iteration of oracle cards began to gain popularity in the latter part of the 20th century and continued to evolve in the 21st century. Unlike tarot or Lenormand decks, oracle cards don't typically follow a set structure with Major and Minor Arcana or a fixed number of cards. Instead, they are more flexible and can cover a broad spectrum of themes, ranging from angels, spirit animals, fairies, astrology, chakras, affirmations, and more.
How It's Used: They are used as a means of receiving spiritual guidance. Oracle cards use various objects, symbol, and methods to connect with spiritual guidance or what we call intuition.
Oracle cards have their roots in ancient divination practices, where people used various objects, symbols, or methods to connect with spiritual guidance or intuition. These could include using stones, bones, tea leaves, or other items, often interpreted by a seer, shaman, or spiritual practitioner.
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