The Tarot

The Tarot Mathers delves into the mystical and divinatory aspects of the Tarot which is a deck of 78 cards used for various purposes including fortune-telling spiritual insight and personal development. The Tarot cards are divided into two main groups: the Major Arcana consisting of 22 cards and the Minor Arcana consisting of 56 cards which are further divided into four suits (Wands Cups Swords and Pentacles). Mathers provides interpretations and explanations for each of the Tarot cards drawing from various esoteric traditions and occult symbolism. He delves into the connections between the Tarot and other mystical systems such as astrology numerology and the Kabbalah to offer a comprehensive understanding of the Tarots significance. The book not only serves as a guide to the meanings of the individual Tarot cards but also provides insights into how the cards can be used for divination meditation and spiritual growth. Mathers work contributed to the popularization of the Tarot as a tool for introspection and self-discovery beyond its traditional fortune-telling applications.