KEEPER OF WORDS *Arthurian Tarot

From the editor : The Arthurian legend has fascinated and enchanted the Western world for centuries. It is our strongest and most compelling myth, embodying the romantic ideals of chivalry, bravery, and justice, the quest for goodness and truth, the tragedy and ecstasy of love, and the unconquerable spirit's victory over death.

Now this powerful myth has been joined seamlessly with the rich symbolism of the Tarot, to the enrichment of both. Context and direction are added to the deck by way of the Arthurian drama, and the traditional meanings of the cards are reinforced by the depiction of their compatible Arthurian guise. The blending of traditional Tarot symbolism with Pagan and Christian symbolism in the Legend Tarot has created a divinatory system, which is infinitely rich and inspiring.

* Unites mythic elements from all four branches of the Arthurian legend: the Celtic legends, the early chroniclers, the medieval romances and the Quest for the Holy Grail.

* Links every image in the traditional Tarot with its counterpart in Arthurian legend.

* Explains the meaning of the archetypal Arthurian characters, events, and tales associated with each card.

* Indicates the upright and reversed meanings for each card and how it relates to the legends.

* Incorporates traditional Tarot symbolism with the legend's pre- Christian Pagan symbolism and the later Christian symbolism of the Grail Quest to enrich the cards' levels of meaning.

Both the Tarot and Arthurian legend offer a fertile ground for psychic-spiritual development for, like the Tarot, myth communicates through symbols and archetypes, enabling us to grasp a higher knowledge of the great forces affecting our lives. The Legend Tarot is a captivating realm for anyone drawn to self-exploration via mythic journeys.

Pages: 256
Special Interest: Tarot, Celtic, Divination.

Our Price: $14.95