- Cards: 192 pages
- Publisher: St Martin's Press; 7th edition (May 1995)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0312117337
- ISBN-13: 978-0312117337
- Product Dimensions: 19.3 x 12.7 x 5.3 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (26 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 201,904 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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When life seems to be full of doubt and uncertainty we tend to look for a source of inspiration: what will happen in the future? What about my health, the children? What will happen if I make this decision and not that one? This is how the traditional tarot is often used, to satisfy a longing to know about the past and future. This Osho Zen Tarot focuses instead on gaining an understanding of the here and now. It is a system based on the wisdom of Zen, a wisdom that says events in the outer world simply reflect in the outer world simply reflect our own thoughts and feelings, even though we ourselves might be unclear about what those thoughts and feelings are. So it helps us to turn our attention away from outside events so we can find a new clarity of understanding in our innermost hearts. The conditions and states of mind portrayed by the contemporary images on the cards are all shown as being essentially transitional and transformative. The text in the accompanying book helps to interpret and understand the images in the simple, straightforward and down to earth language of Zen.
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28 of 28 people found the following review helpful
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Many practitioners of Tarot use it as a resource to assist personal development, emphasising that the power to act and to change circumstances stays with the querant and is not defined or restricted by 'what is in the cards'. It is rare in my experience to come across Tarot readers who claim it as a tool for predicting the future or telling you what to do, yet some of the booklets which come with card decks can be disempowering - particularly the older decks. Not the case with this one.
This deck is ideally suited to the 'personal development' model of using Tarot cards. The cards do largely correspond to those in a more traditional deck, yet the card explanations and artwork feel new and are ideally suited for challenging your view of a situation and your role within it. The one word card headings (e.g. Transformation, Compromise, Guilt) provide an excellent basis from which to learn the system, as does the comprehensive book which comes with the deck.
Plus it is a beautiful deck, worth owning for the art alone.
21 of 21 people found the following review helpful
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Not being particularly attracted to Rajneesh, I avoided this deck for years. A "Tarot Master" for 11 years, I now find myself astounded by the vibrant art, and consistantly right-on readings I'm able to do. The accompanying book is insightful and (beyond) thought provoking. Now my 2nd-favorite deck, it's an excellent non-traditional Tarot for anyone willing to stretch their personal limits. (A NOTE: two of the cards evidentially did not meet the author's standards, and so addtional, better quality cards were enclosed. This is High Integrity!)
19 of 19 people found the following review helpful
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I'm a scientist; I don't believe in magick. But this deck should be in everyone's house regardless. Many other tarot decks are geared towards giving you answers about what will happen -- predicting the future. People get them to help make decisions without having to think too hard. Asking this deck questions, on the other hand, tends to immediately focus your thoughts on yourself and who you are, but never really "tells you what to do". I thought it was great and it was exactly what I needed during a personal crisis.
I also love the artwork and the ideas for the cards - simple, bright, happy. My favorite is the VIII (Courage), which shows a flower ringed in light growing out of a stone wall. Every time I turn over this card I smile.
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Amazingly fun
I must say, born on 11dec like Rajneesh, he is one of the few I can relate to in his writings so what I read, I understand immediately. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Shahïn Sabet-ghadam
Osho Zen Tarot
Ordered these Tarot Cards as a gift.Was very pleased with the service received.The package came very quickly and was well packaged.Quite satisfied with my purchase.
Published 7 months ago by Pyewacket
The best Tarot cards and book ever!
I have been reading for clients using these tarot cards for about 14 years after trying many other tarot decks. These are by far the best and easiest for me to read. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Liz
Inspirational!
I have been using these cards for about 5 years and absolutely love the beautiful inspiring and imaginative images. Read more
Published on 16 May 2007 by Cosmic Child
The now of thought reflected by a Tarot deck
I use this Tarot to understand myself, and its the best Tarot deck for understanding the right here and now of your current process...
Published on 6 Mar 2001 by Linette Vik
Beautiful - Focuses not on prediction but the ideas of Zen
This is a beautiful pack and book which focuses not on predicting the future, but rather an exploration of Zen and how to focus on this when questions arise. Read more
Published on 19 Aug 1999
The Absolute Most Magnificent & Relevant Tarot
Beautiful, meaningful pictures that relate to our everyday existence show us more about ourselves and what we can become than about the "past" or "future". Read more
Published on 9 Aug 1999
Take time to Discover who you are...
The book that accompanies this beautifully illustrated deck leads you on an adventure of self discovery. Who are we now? Read more
Published on 13 July 1999
My FAVORITE deck
I originally bought my first deck of Osho Zen cards about 3-4 yrs ago. I'm now on my second deck-everyone I do readings for ALWAYS picks these cards out of the 18 decks I give... Read more
Published on 8 July 1999
The most beautiful Tarot Deck that I have ever seen!!
I have three decks but this deck is my favorite. The illustrations are absolutely goregeous and so are the summaries to the cards. Read more
Published on 7 July 1999
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