Tarot of the Orishas Book
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Review by Z. Holly for Tarot of the Orishas Book
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I am an aleyo in this religion, however I felt very drawn to these cards. (I do own other Tarot cards). I do agree with a previous reviewer that the Fairies, Gnomes, Sylphs, etc. do not belong with the Orishas. They have NOTHING to do with this religion! I do however, think that this is a very powerful deck. As far as I am concerned, the readings that I have done with this deck have proven to be very accurate (even more so than with other tarot decks that I own!) I think that Zolrak could have done a better job with the book in terms of what he added and/or should have added (i.e. should have added other orishas instead of the fairies & gnomes!). That just means that someone else should come up with another Orisha Tarot deck……
Overall, if you are into Santeria/Candomble and Tarot cards, I would recommend this book & deck of cards. Just don’t do like I did….I made the mistake of ordering only the book from a seller here, and wound up having to go to a botanica halfway across town just to buy the deck of cards. Make sure you buy the complete set!!!
Review by El Brujo for Tarot of the Orishas Book
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When this deck and book set first came out, way back in the 90’s, I was very happy and anxious to own the deck. Finally a tarot deck in homage of the African Orishas. Boy was I disappointed when I got this deck. Let me begin with the book, which infect I enjoyed immensely, the book is good, and an excellent introduction to Santeria and Candomble. It also has a section with prayers. Which are not traditional Orisha prayers, but more a modern “New Age” style prayers, not commonly used in Casa de Santos, or Ile Houses. But they are good enough for the beginners to get a jist at various ways to pray and communicate with the Orishas. know it is not the book that is the problem, it is the deck. It is titled The Orisha Tarot, but I have to completely disagree with this title. Okay first of all what do Gnomes, mermaids and fairies have to do with the wisdom of Orisha and African Spirituality. NOTHING!! Yet these images are portrayed abundantly throught the deck. Also what does Lucifer El Diable have to do with Yoruba wisdom. Again, nothing, this is a Christian Concept, not an Orisha concept. In fact their is no spirit of complete evil in our religious philosophies. Then their is the Karma card. This has to do with Indian Hindu, not African Yoruba. This card does not belong their. Also another thing that I found enoying was how the most of the Orishas where portrayed as having white skin. Obatala is white, this is fine, but!! Yemaya, Oya, Oba, Pombagira, are all white. Eshu is chalk white. And Ochun and Chango are mulattos. None of the Orisha are black. The Babalawo is white. Also notice how every one who is black seams to be punished or in trouble, such as. The Outcast, The Enslaved prisoner, and 5 of water. And also what does a cruise Liner, 8 of water or a Greek building 2 of fire, have to do with Yoruba orisha Spirituality. NOTHING!!I was so disappointed with this deck. It had potential, but all of the wisdom and knowledge of Candomble, and Lucumi, is missing. The Minor Arcana should be dedicated to the ancient paikis of the religion, while the Major to the Orishas, Orixas ect. As for El karma card, which really anoied me, this should have been Ori. and the…… Oh why bother torturing my self. Who am I kidding, this deck needs a complete makeover from beginning to end.
Review by Gerald Halpin for Tarot of the Orishas Book
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I bought this deck because of an interest I have in candomble. The cards are beautiful and the book is very informative.However, when I got this deck I could tell it wasn’t for me. I found some of the imagery disturbing and frightening. I gave it to a friend who is an experienced practitioner in tarot and he told me that this is a very powerful deck. He loves it.I highly recommend this deck, therefore, for the experienced reader. I am personally sticking with my rune stones and the I Ching.
Review by Ronen for Tarot of the Orishas Book
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This amazing book and deck allow for a truly supernatural experience in Tarot reading. Not only was I impressed with the results of the reading with this deck but it’s consistent accuracy is a thing of wonder! The authors bring to vivid reality the Candomble religion and it’s symbolism, and the Tarot’s depictions of the Orishas are nothing short of breathtaking…. It has changed my life….
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These cards are beautifully illustrated! I was surprised at the rich colors and beautiful depictions of the Orishas. I highly reccomend the “how to” book, because the booklet that comes with the cards is kind of crappy. They are an excellent collector’s item AND perfect for everyday use. (If you can imagine that!) I really like them and suggest any serious tarot card reader or person interested in Santeria or reading get these.