Summary
Oswald Wirth: Tarot of the Magi - Kabbalistic Tarot + Cards
Esoteric exploration of the Tarot and Kabbalah Oswald Wirth's Tarot of the Magician is one of the most significant works on the Tarot, connecting the symbolism of the 22 Arcana with the Kabbalah and occult teachings. This book, originally published in 1927, is the result of 40 years of research and draws on Masonic and Hermetic traditions. Wirth analyzes the meaning of the cards in detail, emphasizing their deeper mystical purpose and ritual use. The Connection of the Tarot to the Kabbalah and Esoteric Teachings Oswald Wirth was the first author to directly link the Tarot to the Kabbalah, creating a unique deck based on the teachings of Stanislas de Guait. His cards include Hebrew letters, deep occult symbols and inspiration from medieval mysticism. The book includes an analysis of the Medieval Painters' Tarot deck from 1926, focusing on the symbols, colors, and philosophical principles that shape the Tarot as a tool for introspection and spiritual development.
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