The Sacred Indian Tarot: Symbols, Images and Icons from Indian Philosophy

by Kiren Rai

Contains 22 cards. A beautiful, hand-drawn deck of Indian tarot cards, The Sacred Indian Tarot combines the classicism of the Tarot with the aesthetic richness of Indian mythology. The book contains twenty-two (Major Arcanas) unique hand-painted cards with images taken from a rich pantheon of Indian mythology. The cards of the Tarot consist of potent archetypes rooted in Medieval and Renaissance Europe. The symbols, forms and figures used to represent these archetypes have been taken from Indian epics and scriptures, and are rooted in the tenets of Hindu cosmic principles giving it a truly unique Indian perspective. The Sacred Indian Tarot deck is truly a collector's item which can be used to gain a refreshing insight into love and relationships, finances, career planning and much more. The book breaks new ground in Tarot divination making it a wonderful tool for the quest of the self.

102 pages, Cards

First published February 1, 2011

Reviews

[Sakshi · Rating 2 out of 5]

Very disappointing. Whilst it does say it's only the Major Arcana cards in small print, it isn't obvious and is not mentioned on the front of the box. I'm very surprised that someone who professes to know the Tarot would think that was acceptable. Apparantly I can buy a full set for three times the price which is absurd.
The readings are not useful. The use of a chakra spread is just a made up thing that the author feels fits with the idea of Sacred Indian Tarot and is, in fact, inauthentic. In fact that's how the whole package feels to me.
Not at all impressed with this set.