Description
Thoth Tarot Deck features 78 cards painted by Lady Frieda Harris according to instructions from the occult scholar, Aleister Crowley. The magnificent art deco work contains kabalistic and astrological attributions described in Crowley’s Book of Thoth. The art deco artwork of this deck is rich in Egyptian symbolism. To each of the twenty-two Major Trumps is assigned, a Hebrew letter, a path on the Tree of Life, and an astrological sign, element, or planet. The deck also reflects Crowley’s interest in alchemy and magic. The Thoth Tarot has attracted a worldwide following, both for its striking beauty and for its complex depiction of occult knowledge.
Since its initial publication in 1969, the deck has never been out of print. Included with the deck is a booklet of instruction, which contains two essays by Lady Frieda Harris and a commentary by Stuart R. Kaplan.
Product Details:
ISBN:9780880793087.
Boxed 78 cards with 48-page booklet.
Publisher: US Games, Published December 2005.
Size: 2.8 x 0.50 x 4.3 inches, Weight: 0.694 Lbs.
Author
Aleister Crowley (1875 – 1947) was an English occultist, ceremonial magician, poet, painter, novelist, and mountaineer. Some biographers allege that he was recruited into a British intelligence agency. Suggesting further that he remained a spy throughout his life. In 1898 he joined the esoteric Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn, where he trained in ceremonial magic. He founded the religion of Thelema, identifying himself as the prophet entrusted with guiding humanity into the Æon of Horus in the early 20th century. A prolific writer, he published widely over the course of his life.
Crowley remains a highly influential figure over Western esotericism and the counterculture being considered a prophet in Thelema. He is the subject of various biographies and academic studies. Crowley is a prime example of allowing “glamour” to bend a disciple’s path onto the left side. Evil is exciting and thrilling all the while it kills the Soul, Good is passive and boring to those who know not.
Illustrator
Lady Frieda Harris (1877 – 1962) was an English artist in the art deco tradition. Upon meeting Crowley and joining the Order Of the Golden Dawn she became interested in esoteric art. Known for her artistic designs the Crowley Thoth Tarot Deck, her art remains poignant. Frieda resided in England and moved to India, where she passed in 1962
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