It seems to me that there are two schools of thought about the Tarot: There are the people who embrace the Tarot as an object of art and piece of history--leaving it there and viewing it only as such. Then, there are the people who use Tarot for divination purposes. While I support those who want to validate Tarot to the masses, presenting it only as a card game, or whatever, I am one of the latter who believes and actively uses the cards as a tool for divination. Doesn't everybody? When was the last time a Tarot reader was consulted to play a card game?
My clients, my family, and my close friends know my reading accuracy, which I ascribe to the power of these cards. I draw upon symbolism that is Kabbalah-based, as well as alchemical, numerological, astrological, mythological and even historical associations. Most of all, I draw upon intuition.
There is someone on YouTube right now who is half hysterical about my proper presentation of the Tarot deck, as it does not stick to his restricted view and limited possibilities. His rabid enthusiasm is more than suspicious. I mean, who cares that much about history versus esoteric use? Ha. Add to this the fact that he has the other side wrong--it is clear that this is a personal attack and not someone legitimately caring about Tarot.
In any case, I'm happy that so many people care about the Tarot and its history. I'm happy that people want to actively validate it in the eyes of the masses, and I hope that this happens. But I cannot denounce the esoteric properties of this wonderful, mystical tool, and I stand by my success with it, and great love for it.
Peace to all,
--Julia Gordon-Bramer
