Table of contents hide 1 Waite tarot history 2 The Rider Waite 3 tarot designs How is this tarot 4 Waite Tarot characteristics
Each type of tarot hides secrets, beyond the revelations we get with each reading; Behind each of them there is a story that characterizes them. In that aspect, Waite's tarot is no exception, since behind this deck also secrets that most people probably want to know are hidden. That's why we invite you to know its mysteries in the next post. Do you dare?
Waite Tarot History
Before revealing the secrets of the Waite tarot it is essential that you know its history .
This tarot is called Tarot Rider Waite in tribute to its creator Edward Waite .
Waite's tarot was the result of the compilation of the ideals and the ideological ideology of the universe that Waite possessed for the year 1903, at the time of its creation.
This character was known for his occult skills for that time, in addition, he was the pioneer of the Rosicrucian brotherhood .
The Rider Waite tarot designs
Waite's first tarot design was edited by Pamela Colman, a character who at that time was known for his skills with the arts specifically drawing, and was printed by Rider . Both were participants in the actions of editing and marketing the first deck.
How is this tarot
The Tarot de Waite decks are made up of a total of 78 pieces, divided into 56 minor and 22 major arcana .
The deck of deck decks was inspired by the belief that all the symbols that were found were revelations of all the important events that occurred in the universe .
Waite's tarot matches other types of decks because they are the same in their Arcanes . However, the significance of the symbolisms embodied by means of drawings, make the difference from the rest of the tarot.
This tarot represents simple and revealing symbols that are separated from the occult tradition and that also make their interpretation easier.
All these peculiarities behind the Rider Waite tarot have made it the most popular in all Anglo-Saxon countries. In addition, it is considered the starting point for creation from various types of tarot used in other parts of the world.
The everyday use of this tarot has somewhat blurred the mystical character of its origins and the symbolism of its revelations . However, the most regulars know perfectly the secrets that hide behind their many letters.
Waite Tarot Features
The Waite tarot has some characteristics that distinguish it from the also used Marseille tarot . Among them, the following stand out:
- The cards that symbolize Justice and the Force are reversed.
- The number zero belongs to the Fool, although this does not change the meaning. Meanwhile, Arcane XIII bears the name of Death .
- The Major and Minor Arcana are symbolically represented with care in all their details.
- The symbols on the tarot represent Art Nouveau, among other groups of important thoughts of the twentieth century.
- All tarot symbols hide the essence, among other Waite links, which explains some actions, past or future situations, among other feelings.
- In addition, this tarot offers more specifically some details of the way of acting that the consultant should adopt.
In this way, the Waite tarot broadly and mystically reflects the conception of symbology, as well as a style of interpretation of its evidence based on the art of divination. And all this with a touch of spirituality and really wonderful art.
Seen on WeMystic, by Pedro, editor of the Great White Brotherhood
