Marianne Costa: Tarot is timeless and objective wisdom
📅 Course TAROT, THE REAL DEAL: A Journey Through the Major Arcana of the Marseille Deck
Begins May 4, 2025 | Live Online
Marianne Costa dives into Tarot with Andrew Sweeny and talks about the upcoming Parallax course: TAROT, THE REAL DEAL: A Journey Through the Major Arcana of the Marseille Deck
Key topics covered include:
The meaning of "Arcana": It refers to something that holds a secret, originating in the 19th century when the Tarot evolved from a card game to an object of study [00:36].
Major vs. Minor Arcana: The Major Arcana consists of 22 cards with rich iconography, while the Minor Arcana comprises 56 pip and court cards [01:05].
The symbolic richness of the Major Arcana: Each card is an allegory with multiple symbols that can be interpreted in various ways [02:24].
The Tarot de Marseille: It's the French standard for the tarot game that became the European standard [11:24].
The objective and humble nature of the Tarot de Marseille: It emanates from the Renaissance culture and reflects a worldview focused on salvation and the interconnectedness of the cosmos and human beings [11:51].
The importance of understanding the structure and history of the Tarot: This provides a foundation for meaningful readings [22:55].
The relationship between psychology and spirituality in Tarot: While the Tarot can offer psychological insights, it's essential not to play shrink when you're not [27:17].
The value of self-readings: It's crucial to explore the Tarot for oneself before reading for others [32:35].
The cultural divide in the Tarot world: The Rider-Waite deck became famous due to its English origins, but the Tarot de Marseille offers a deeper root [41:37].
The queer aspect of the Tarot de Marseille: It allows for the possibility of spaces and beings that are beyond gender [44:37].
The decimal and septimal numerology in the Tarot: The Tarot abides by both numerologies, reflecting the interweaving of horizontal and vertical life [48:04].
The importance of seeing and observation in Tarot reading: It's crucial to start with what one sees in the cards before projecting interpretations [01:03:59].
The concept of stagnant and fluid meanings in Tarot: Every card can have both, and the art of reading lies in determining which one applies [01:18:16].
The Tarot as an art of relationship: It's essential to consider the relationship between the cards and the individual seeking guidance [01:19:10].
The transformative potential of the Tarot: It can expand one's connection with the present moment and offer new perspectives [01:24:37].