Posted: Sat Nov 29, 2014 12:43 am
Nah, you don't need a different deck, peter. The traditional definitions for Tarot cards are based on imagery used in the Rider-Waite style deck. But there are a blue billion variations at this point, some of which hew pretty closely to the traditional definitions for each card, others that reinterpret the definitions, and still others that don't even use the same number of cards.
Even if you're using a traditional deck, you can find books whose definitions vary from the traditional ones. I have one book that gives good, bad, and neutral interpretations for each card. I used it for a long while, but have finally set it aside as it's pretty much useless for divination, and even for personal insight, as it kind of makes a difference whether you're supposed to be scolding yourself or cheering yourself on.
Anyway, if you're gaining insights from the Aztec-style deck you have, then you're good.
Dura, it might help if you think of the Tarot as a way to tap into your subconscious. And your Chronicles-inspired list is awesome.
Even if you're using a traditional deck, you can find books whose definitions vary from the traditional ones. I have one book that gives good, bad, and neutral interpretations for each card. I used it for a long while, but have finally set it aside as it's pretty much useless for divination, and even for personal insight, as it kind of makes a difference whether you're supposed to be scolding yourself or cheering yourself on.
Anyway, if you're gaining insights from the Aztec-style deck you have, then you're good.
Dura, it might help if you think of the Tarot as a way to tap into your subconscious. And your Chronicles-inspired list is awesome.