Haindl Tarot: Deck and Book Set

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Summary: An evocative, intelligent deck and book set
Review: I have been immersed in reading these cards, and I must say that despite the gloom and doom predicted by most reviewers, the Haindl tarot is undoubtedly the most evocative deck I have ever come across. Each card is rich in symbolism which is not overwhelming or off-putting. Haindl, moreover, incorporates a sensitive rendering of our relationship with our planet within his cards which to my mind make them eminently worthwhile for study. No, they are not "easy" -- but the return you get for the effort you put in is incalculable. Well done to both Haindl and Pollack. And if you want to spend your time and money well, buy both of Pollack's books on the Major and Minor Arcana. What a joy to read!

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Summary: An excellent deck !
Review: This deck is really good - it's very beutiful, unlike most other decks it's multicultural (American Indian, India Indian, Egyptian, Europe, etc), and loaded with symbols (Hebrew letters, runes, I Ching) that help a knowledgeable reader to give in-depth and broad readings.

The deck is hard to read - especially to people who havent read with cards before or dont know the symbols - without the books, which is why I recommend buying the deck with the books as a set.

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Summary: Wonderful Deck -- with an inspiring New Spread all its own
Review: This is a wonderful deck and an insightful companion book. Very solid Qabala; interesting parallel with Runes and the I Ching; and the paintings by Haindl are breathtaking.

Particulary helpful is the Hagall spread established just for this deck. I've given some of the best readings (as my friends and colleagues tell me) with this deck. It's chock full of spiritual, ecological, and practical inspiration.

From the book: "The HAGALL SPREAD separates the deck into the Major, Minor and Court cards, mixing and setting out each group separately........."

First, four Minor/Suit Cards -- Card 1: shows the current condition or overriding issue. Card 2: shows the background Card 3: indicates querent's beliefs and how those beliefs affect the situation... Card 4: indicates the likely result of the situation as it stands now

Then, three Major Cards -- Card 5: the person's "Spiritual History" in relation to the practical issues raised in the Minor cards Card 6: shows the "Spiritual Task" Card 7: "Metamorphosis"

Finally, three Court Cards -- Card 8: "The Helper," card represents either a person or image that can allow us to visualize special qualities available to us to face what lies ahead. Card 9: "Yourself," the mythic character, god/dess shown in the card describes a way of being that the person has taken on in the current situation. Card 10: "The Teacher" -- signifies what kind of lessons need to be learned, how they can be learned, and who or what can assist us either as a gentle or stern guide...