Hermetic Tarot Deck

Discover the profound wisdom of the Western Esoteric Tradition with The Hermetic Tarot, a deck uniquely designed to reveal the secret workings of the Order of the Golden Dawn. Illustrated by Godfrey Dowson, the cards feature intricate black-and-white imagery that emphasizes the Golden Dawn's astrological attributes with exceptional clarity. Dowson's artwork captures the specific mood and sense of each pictorial image, incorporating subtle details that reveal new dimensions upon every reading. U.S. Games Systems is proud to publish this historically and artistically significant deck, which stands as one of the most important esoteric tarot packs of the 20th century. By synthesizing Kabbalism, celestial phenomena, and the four elements, The Hermetic Tarot allows you to explore a beautiful pathway to the inner recesses of psychic awareness.Key Features: - Authentic Golden Dawn Imagery: Artwork based on the esoteric workings of the Secret Order of the Golden Dawn; incorporates mystical imagery of the Tree of Life and its 22 Paths- Explicit Astrological Symbols: Clear astrological signs on each card to help you instantly correlate the image with its zodiacal correspondence- Intricate Black & White Art: Highly detailed illustrations; nuanced symbolism of the Hermetic tradition; further sephirotic, angelic, geomantic, and numerological elements- Durable, High-Quality Card Stock: Comfortable to shuffle and built to last; holds up to frequent readings while maintaining sturdy feel and smooth handling.- 72-page Booklet of Instructions: Introduction by Stuart R. Kaplan; card meanings written by Godfrey Dowson and Stuart R. Kaplan; instructions for Celtic Cross card spread; chart of elemental and astrological symbols; Tree of Life diagramWhether you are a dedicated student of the esoteric or an intuitive reader seeking deeper layers of meaning, this deck serves as a powerful mirror of reality and a tool for spiritual evolution.