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104 of 105 people found the following review helpful
By SS ROBINSON
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These are simply the finest Tarot Cards ever created. The depth of image is a credit to the artist who has given life to the otherwise flat original Waite Tarot. Especially useful are the subject’s faces, all of which now have an expression, greatly aiding all readings. If you are a beginner, buy this deck. Your speed of learning will increase. If you are experienced, buy this deck. Your understanding will deepen. Simon.
65 of 66 people found the following review helpful
By A Customer
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As a tarot reader & instructor, I have used several decks, favoring the Rider-Waite deck for over 10 years. However, the more eye-pleasing coloring of the Universal Waite Tarot has brought out a lot of details that were much more difficult to see in the original deck. I use the deck now in my on-line and in-person tarot workshops and find that the improved clarity of the images translates into improved clarity of students' tarot readings. The rich symbolism of this deck makes it easy to interpret intuitively without prior study yet, still offers a wealth of deep, esoteric knowledge for advanced readers.
78 of 80 people found the following review helpful
By Wigwagwiggy
Format:Cards
These cards are much easier to interpret and learn than the original rider waite because the colours are brighter and clearer (better for meditation) and the detail on the cards are clearer. The deck itself is easier for beginners because the cards tell a story and are easier to learn but if you want a good book to go with this particular deck try the 'Idiots guide to Tarot and Fortune Telling' I learnt to read the cards in a week with this book.
99 of 102 people found the following review helpful
By A Customer
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Having studied tarot for many-a-year with an occult society I can honsetly say that these cards are extra-special.
The Rider Waite cards are full of deep meaning and symbology and are, according to Paul F. Case, "A very close approximation to the esoteric deck". The author - Arthur Edward Waite - was a high adept of the original Golden Dawn society and was initiated into the mysteries of not only ceremonal magic, but also of the Tarot Keys, and he pumped his tremendous knowledge and expertiese into this pack - making it highly suitable for meditation and divination.
Now, the classic Rider-Waite pack has been re-coloured and it makes the deck stand out from the crowd. It's crisp and clear; nice and bright. It's a pleasure to browse through the deck and let the symbols soak into consciosness.
Why buy a "new-agey" deck with images which mean absolutely nothing, when you can get your hands on probably the most esoteric deck you can find?!?
These Tarot Keys are especially coded to the Tree of Life. They expound the mysteries of the Qabalah. Yet some people say they are "only for beginners"!!! Tell me, then, what deck is for the "advanced" practitioner? Which other deck - barr the Book of Thoth - can look upon and reveal the deeper aspects of Self, of life in it's aspects of past, present and future?
Don't be put off by sour reviews of this deck. It is not a "childish" deck. It was not put together to show off the artists talents. Rather, it was created to both conceal and reveal great mysteries. Take the time to *look* at the beautiful keys and see yourself - and your clients - change for the better.
For a *very* deep analysis of the Rider-Waite Tarot Keys you should consider buying "The Key to it All - Book 2" (or is it now called,"The Western Mysteries"?).
... Read more ›8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
By G. Dixon
Format:Cards
When I got interested in the Tarot, I searched through Amazon to read the reviews on the various decks. I chose this deck as my first and also got a couple of books on the subject. Also, I watched one of the Psychic channels on Sky. It seemed a no brainer to get a Rider Waite deck.
As a beginner, I had to take in what others said. So, I got the Universal Rider Waite and instantly felt that I was handling something special. The images are simple and easy to look at, yet they hold so many hidden symbols (long time readers know this already). Beginners like myself would be wise to get a couple of books on the Tarot to get a bit of a history to the meanings and symbols. I am finding the Tarot fascinating insightful,and strangely comforting.
I find the card stock quality is excellent. They are glossy and have a peaceful back of the card, gold stars on a dark blue background. I find them easy to shuffle, sometimes they do stick together, but I just wipe every card between my hands when this happens, sorted.
At the moment I have the beautiful The Pictorial Key Tarot/Tarot de La Clave Pictorica [With Instructions] from Lo Scarabeo and the Vision Quest Tarot Deckcards, I love each set, but am more drawn towards the Universal Rider Waite deck for my main usage.
One last tip for beginners. Don't rely too much on learning the full meaning of every card. Get the basics and trust your own instincts. I found and Tarot for Your Self: A Workbook for Personal Transformationvery helpful.
So, although I have found Tarot decks that look beautiful and rich, I find the Universal Rider Waite more insightful and full of hidden meaning. The cards themselves are more sturdy also. Finally, the box I received has a different package design to the one illustrated on Amazon. Read more ›
As a beginner, I had to take in what others said. So, I got the Universal Rider Waite and instantly felt that I was handling something special. The images are simple and easy to look at, yet they hold so many hidden symbols (long time readers know this already). Beginners like myself would be wise to get a couple of books on the Tarot to get a bit of a history to the meanings and symbols. I am finding the Tarot fascinating insightful,and strangely comforting.
I find the card stock quality is excellent. They are glossy and have a peaceful back of the card, gold stars on a dark blue background. I find them easy to shuffle, sometimes they do stick together, but I just wipe every card between my hands when this happens, sorted.
At the moment I have the beautiful The Pictorial Key Tarot/Tarot de La Clave Pictorica [With Instructions] from Lo Scarabeo and the Vision Quest Tarot Deckcards, I love each set, but am more drawn towards the Universal Rider Waite deck for my main usage.
One last tip for beginners. Don't rely too much on learning the full meaning of every card. Get the basics and trust your own instincts. I found and Tarot for Your Self: A Workbook for Personal Transformationvery helpful.
So, although I have found Tarot decks that look beautiful and rich, I find the Universal Rider Waite more insightful and full of hidden meaning. The cards themselves are more sturdy also. Finally, the box I received has a different package design to the one illustrated on Amazon. Read more ›
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
By Lori Hampson
Format:Cards
I have always loved the Rider Waite deck but the colours seemed to lack realism however the Universal Waite deck has been re-coloured and this adds more depth and realism to the images. The pictures seem clearer aswell with more detail - a great deck for beginners and more experienced readers.
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Perfect
This is a brilliant addition to your Tarot card collection. Suitable for the beginner or the expert. Beautifully designed cards of high quality.
Published 3 days ago by Irene Cordina-Wilson
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Universal Waite Tarot Deck Premier Edition
I really like these cards. I'm not sure why they are called Premier Edition. It would be nice to have a better explanation booklet.
Published 9 days ago by Barbara Cleary
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very disappointed
As I like my cards with color, I ordered these and am very disappointed with the quality!! In fact I am appalled!!! Read more
Published 16 days ago by Briks
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Easily understood for beginners
I like the Universal Wait Deck because it's symbolism's are easier to understand than many other decks. How the meanings of the cards are depicted, tells you a story. Read more
Published 1 month ago by a d gray
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A Vibrant Deck
l had the original Rider Waite Smith cards and just could not get on with them. l found them so dull and uninspiring, they never got used. Read more
Published 4 months ago by V. Humphreys
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An absolutely stunning deck
As my first tarot deck, I shuffled through several different sets to find out which one would be the best; rather difficult, since amazon does not show the actual cards, so I... Read more
Published 5 months ago by Takeshi Tetsuryu
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Waite tarot cards
They were everything and more so easy to use and handle,being using them every day and the color is so vibrant.
Published 6 months ago by mary ob'rien
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Very nice set of cards
Very good illustrations, these were recommended by a number of websites and didn't disappoint. They were a present for my wife.
Published 6 months ago by Ian Barratt
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The classic Tarot
A beautifully designed pack of cards and the book to go with it. Would recommend any Tarot practioners try this one out as it is based on the original Rider Waite tarot. Read more
Published 6 months ago by J. J. Rowley
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One of the best and well known tarot decks
This is a must for the beginner and anyone interested in Tarot. Many books use this rider-waite deck as the main reference deck for their writings and so it is a very useful deck... Read more
Published 7 months ago by BG
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