Tarot Cards→Substance
The Tarot cards are an evolved form of playing cards, possibly originating from the same source or culture
Playing-cards
Playing cards are a versatile set of cards used in various games, often originating from or sharing connections with Tarot cards in terms of cultural and historical context. These cards, particularly those of Portuguese origin, have proven to be a source of visual inspiration for Tarot cards. The suits of Portuguese playing cards, specifically the Danari, are notably similar to elements found in Tarot cards, suggesting a possible lineage or shared design influence. Overall, while primarily used for gaming, playing cards play a significant role in the broader landscape of card symbolism and history. A reference is made to the playing-cards, which are used in ordinary divination
Concordance & Cross-References
Primary Correspondences & Figures
The Knights Templars could have gotten playing cards from the Saracens or a mystical sect in Syria
Tarot→Substance
Tarot and playing-cards share symbolic elements, but Tarot has a more profound symbology
Mediate Correspondences
Sympathetic Chains & Distant Affinities
I. Playing-cards & Tarot
Tarot and playing-cards share symbolic elements, but Tarot has a more profound symbology
II. Tarot & Sun
The Tarot includes The Sun which represents spiritual illumination, truth, and the renewal of life
I. Playing-cards & Tarot
Tarot and playing-cards share symbolic elements, but Tarot has a more profound symbology
II. Tarot & Paracelsus
Paracelsus, the renowned Renaissance physician, alchemist, and astrologer, is associated with the Tarot in various legends and historical accounts. According to one narrative, Paracelsus is credited with revealing a significant insight into the Tarot after interpreting hieroglyphs in a dream. This suggests that Paracelsus believed in the symbolic and potentially hidden meanings within the Tarot's intricate designs and symbolism. It is also suggested that Paracelsus may have utilized or had an understanding of the Tarot as part of his broader astrological practices, which were central to his overall approach to medicine and philosophy. Both narratives highlight Paracelsus' deep engagement with esoteric knowledge and his belief in the sympathy of various forms of wisdom, including the astrological and the alchemical, as well as the mystical significance of the Tarot.
I. Playing-cards & Tarot
Tarot and playing-cards share symbolic elements, but Tarot has a more profound symbology
II. Tarot & Pantacle
The Pantacle, a ritual symbol, is part of the Tarot, which contains kabalistic alphabets and symbols used in magical practices.
I. Playing-cards & Tarot
Tarot and playing-cards share symbolic elements, but Tarot has a more profound symbology
II. Tarot & Alchemy
TAROT and ALCHEMY are interconnected in the works of individuals like Papus, who utilize the Tarot as a tool to apply alchemical principles in his occult teachings. Both the Tarot and Alchemy are recognized as symbols and systems that seek deeper metaphysical and psychological truths. These disciplines are related through their esoteric and symbolic nature, with the Tarot often seen as a symbolic system parallel to Alchemy, both aiming to explore the same profound dimensions of reality. Through the lens of Papus, the Tarot becomes a means to translate and apply the concepts of Alchemy into a more accessible and intuitive framework, emphasizing their shared pursuit of understanding the nature of the universe and the human psyche. Alchemy and Tarot are both practices associated with ancient mysticism and transmutation
I. Playing-cards & Tarot
Tarot and playing-cards share symbolic elements, but Tarot has a more profound symbology
II. Tarot & Kabalah
The Tarot serves as a key to the Kabalah, indicating its significant symbolic and mystical importance Kabalistic theosophy is tied to the Tarot as Lévi and others discuss its connection to the Thirty-two Paths of Kabalistic theosophy.
I. Playing-cards & Tarot
Tarot and playing-cards share symbolic elements, but Tarot has a more profound symbology
II. Tarot & Astrology
The Tarot was used by Etteilla to apply astrological principles in divination.> Astrology is seen as a parallel system to the Tarot, both dealing with human consciousness and relations to celestial bodies, and thus is related to the Tarot in the context of understanding deeper metaphysical truths.
I. Playing-cards & Tarot
Tarot and playing-cards share symbolic elements, but Tarot has a more profound symbology
II. Tarot & Pentagram
Both symbols are used in the same occult practices to achieve different goals, symbolizing the same fundamental principles
I. Playing-cards & Tarot
Tarot and playing-cards share symbolic elements, but Tarot has a more profound symbology
II. Tarot & Moon
The Moon card is directly linked to the divine tears of Isis, symbolizing the Moon's nurturing and life-giving qualities in Gebelin's interpretation. The Tarot includes The Moon which symbolizes illusion, the subconscious, and the path of the subconscious mind
I. Playing-cards & Tarot
Tarot and playing-cards share symbolic elements, but Tarot has a more profound symbology
II. Tarot & Death
The Tarot includes Death symbolizing the transformative cycle of nature from one state to another