Pocket Guide to the Tarot, Revised Understanding and Reading Tarot Cards

A revised and updated, clear and useful guide to the meaning behind each of the 78 tarot cards with instructions on how to lay the cards and perform readings.

As far back as the ancient Egyptians, the Tarot has been a source of wisdom and insight into the human heart and mind. The seventy-eight cards of the Tarot deck encourage an awareness of higher consciousness, give insights on the past and present, and discern future directions. Each card in the deck is explained thoroughly, including its themes and principles, its corresponding zodiac sign, and a description of the card's meaning. With instructions on how to lay the cards and determine their significance, readers can share their new knowledge of an ancient practice. All you need to know about the Tarot is right here!

Alan Oken is the author of a dozen titles, including Alan Oken's Complete Astrology and Soul-Centered Astrology. He is a translator, teacher, global traveler, and international tour guide who lectures and does astrological readings in multiple languages. Alan was the director of The Wisdom School in Santa Fe, New Mexico, is co-founder of the Australian Institute for the Development of Consciousness, and was director of Esoteric Studies in Lisbon. He is a member of the New Group of World Servers and a lifelong student of the work and teachings of the Tibetan Master Djwhal Khul and legacy of the Ancient Wisdom.