MUSINGS ON TAROT, Divination, spirituality, and more

Divination reveals inner secrets and whole new ways of thinking and seeing, as well as answers to not-so-simple questions. It can inspire deep reflection and thoughtful action. Here, I offer tips on reading tarot and other divination methods, new spreads to help open up special topics, interviews with some of the decks I own, and general thoughts on this work.

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Posts tagged spellcraft

Deck Interview: Inner Witch Oracle

I was surprised by how directly I connected to the Practical Magic-inspired Inner Witch Oracle, and not even because I am a fan of the movie (and book) that inspired the deck.

Deck interviews, MusingsThomas the HermitJune 1, 2021deck interview, oracle interview, oracle, herorise, practical magic, inner witch, witch, spells, spellcraft, witchcraft, spellworking, magicComment

Crafting Sigils

Have you seen a weird symbol that looks geometric but definitely looks as if it has letters in it? It’s probably a sigil. Some are subtler than others, but the power is in the crafting.

Musings, My decksThomas the HermitMarch 12, 2021sigils, spellcraft, spellworking, spells, magic, magick, everyday magic, symbolism, art Comments

Tarot Spread: Making Magic

For this veil-thinning period of the year, I offer a tarot (or oracle) spread for working magic. Take from it what ye will.

MusingsThomas the HermitOctober 10, 2019magic, rituals, spirituality, woo woo, manifestation, magick, ritual, will, willpower, magician, witch, witchcraft, spells, spellworking, spellcraftComment