Tarot of the Divine: A Deck and Guidebook Inspired by Deities, Folklore, and Fairy Tales from Around the World: Tarot Cards Cards – Illustrated, September 1, 2020

The media could not be loaded. As someone who’s been working with tarot for years, Tarot of the Divine quickly became one of my all-time favorite decks. The artwork is absolutely breathtaking—each card feels like a tiny, sacred portal into a different world. I love how the deck draws from global folklore and mythology; it not only honors cultural diversity, but also adds such rich depth and meaning to every reading.The card stock is great quality—smooth, easy to shuffle, and durable. The guidebook is clear and informative, with just enough detail to inspire without overwhelming. I find myself pulling this deck constantly, both for personal reflection and readings for others. It’s intuitive, powerful, and honestly, just so beautiful to hold in your hands.If you’re looking for a deck that feels both mystical and deeply rooted in the stories of our ancestors, Tarot of the Divine is pure magic. I truly LOVE this deck and can’t recommend it enough!

Not penalizing for this since it has both to do with the artist or publisher, but I seem to have gotten a deck that was opened and returned. The cards were not wrapped in plastic, which would be awesome if that was a choice for sustainability, but unlikely. More concerning, they look like they’ve been over shuffled with a bridge shuffle and are warped and twisted as a result. There a no creases or missing cards so I’m going to try pressing them with some heavy books. If that doesn’t work I’ll have to exchange them. I’d rather they not go to a landfill so I’ll try. Disappointed in Amazon quality control.Now - the deck itself = fantastic. The card have a linen texture and are thicker than playing cards but thin enough they should be easy to shuffle. The artwork is gorgeous and diverse. The book is nice though small. It has keywords for each suit and number at the beginning, which I appreciate and think would be great for a beginner. It also has some layouts that are not the standard. I wish the book gave a more detailed synopsis of each fable, but it does tell the country of origin, the name of the story/deity so you can use that to research them separately. Instead it uses that space for interpretation, and they are decent. I’m sure this was a decision to help keep cost down, and it’s a very affordable deck so I’m not too upset at needing to do my own research on the stories.The artwork is incredibly beautiful and manages to be diverse, representing different cultures in a positive and celebratory fashion while still maintaining a consistent style. The fables all seem to connect well to the RSW system so I expect it will be easy to read with.Just wish the cards had arrived in perfect condition, but I suppose better they land with me than get tossed. Hoping I can flatten them. If so a quick cleanse, and I’ll be happy to use them.

Firstly, I'd like to say I'm more of a tarot collector than an active practitioner (given inexperience) so please read with a lil grain of salt in mind.With that out of the way, I am in love love with this deck.Superficially, the art is astounding and colorful with vibrant depictions of a number of ethnic groups and cultures. There is no shying away from the richness of skin color and portrayal of clothes and fabrics associated with each individual group. I'm not 100% sure about how accurate the depictions are, but the inclusivity is 110% better than most mainstream, white-washed decks that one would typically find. Also, the cards (and stories associated) are LGBTQ inclusive for those looking for a little bit of that.I adore the finish of the cards because I simply have a hard time shuffling cards without a little grip (I have butter fingers). I also really like the linen texture to the cards, giving it a more multi-sense experience for me as a tactile person.For me personally, I already knew more than half of the folktales/myths/lore associated with each card, as well as simply knowing about the Raider-Waite deck in general. HOWEVER, the combination of the two makes it so much simpler for me to get a read off of. Initially, some of the associations were a little off to me, but if you really understand the point of the stories associated, it can make for a much deeper connection to the meaning of the card as a whole. But also, the whole thing is up to your interpretation--so really, it's whatever you like.That being said, it is really helpful to actually know the stories. The book associated with the cards is helpful, but unfortunately still very surface level--and it doesn't break down some cultural aspects that are tied to the stories. If you don't have a deep understanding or emotional tie for some things/concepts that aren't translated well between East vs. West, it can be confusing/feel like a wrong match. You might have to do some extra research. If you're looking for a "quick-and-easy" pretty deck that you can simply read like any other standard RWD, I don't think this is the one.If you ARE someone who appreciates lore and exploration of culture to a deeper depth of understanding and don't mind researching and looking up the information and ties to each individual culture, then I think this deck is a beautiful, multi-learning experience. Tying the stories to the cards and back really helped me learn more about both and I find that to be such a wonderful way to strengthen my appreciation and curiosity for both.TL;DR If you're a myth nerd and love tarot, you'll probably like it. If you want a sleek aesthetic deck, just be ready to do some research or you may not enjoy.