Crowley Tarot – Standard Edition – The Esoteric Depth of the Thoth System
About this deck
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Crowley Tarot – Standard Edition is a classic and profound tarot deck that is considered worldwide as one of the most esoteric and layered systems within the tarot tradition. Designed by Aleister Crowley and masterfully painted by Frieda Lady Harris, this deck combines symbolism from astrology, Kabbalah, alchemy and hermetic magic. This revised standard edition of AGM-Urania offers improved image quality, with maps that are faithful to the original paintings.
Design and artwork
The 78 maps are richly illustrated with bold colors, abstract shapes and profound compositions. Lady Harris, despite her limited knowledge of tarot, managed under Crowley's guidance to create a visual masterpiece that remains unparalleled to this day. Each card is a miniature portal to esoteric wisdom and spiritual transformation. In this edition, the images are razor-sharp and vivid, which provides an even more intense reading experience.
Symbolism and themes
The Thoth Tarot deviates from the traditional Rider-Waite structure on several points. For example, some card names have been adjusted (e.g. Lust instead of Strength, Aeon instead of Judgment) and the cards are interwoven with in-depth references to astrological influences, the tree of life of the Kabbalah and alchemical processes. This makes the deck particularly suitable for spiritual deepening, shadow work and ritual applications.
how the deck comes to life in readings
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Crowley Tarot is often used by experienced readers, but with the right dedication it is also accessible to curious beginners. The extensive, revised 96-page guide contains Crowley's original texts, including explanations of symbolism, key words and interpretations. This makes this deck not only an instrument for divination, but also an object of study for those who want to delve into Western esotericism.
Is this deck welcoming to those new to tarot?For those who are willing to delve deeper and learn, certainly it is. Thanks to the included booklet with clear explanations and original texts, this deck is also a valuable introduction to the mystical layers of tarot for motivated beginners. For experienced readers it is a source of lasting deepening and rediscovery.
Material and design
The cards have a standard size of 103 x 70 mm, printed on high-quality cardboard with a smooth finish. The set comes in a sturdy box with a 96-page guidebook in multiple languages. The print quality is high, with bright colors and sharp details that do justice to Lady Harris's original artwork.
Authors
Aleister Crowley & Frieda Lady Harris
Aleister Crowley (1875–1947) was an influential occultist, mystic and founder of the Thelema system. His vision of tarot was revolutionary and deeply spiritual. Lady Frieda Harris, a talented painter, worked under his guidance to translate this vision into images of unprecedented symbolic power. Their collaboration resulted in a deck that remains among the most respected in the history of tarot.
Key features
- Number of cards: 78
- Format: 103 x 70 mm
- Includes: 96-page guidebook with original texts of Crowley
- Publisher: AGM-Urania
- Language: Multilingual (incl. English and German)
- ISBN: 9783908647231
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Are you ready to delve into the mysticism and magic from one of the most legendary tarot decks ever created? Order the Crowley Tarot – Standard Edition now and discover the deep symbolism and spiritual power of the Thoth system.
