What Are Oracle Cards?

Oracle vs Tarot?

I am often asked the difference between Oracle and Tarot decks. That made stop for a moment. I know that my preference is Tarot, but in looking at my decks, I have a smattering of Oracle decks as well as you can see below.  Over the years, my collection is about 1/3 Oracle and 2/3 Tarot.  Traditional Rider Waite deck is my preference, but on occasion, I use my Oracle cards to gain insight.

Oracle cards is a type of divination card that is used to gain insight, guidance, and inspiration from a higher power or spiritual source. Oracle cards usually come in a deck of 30 to 64 cards, each with a unique image and message. They tend to be thematic like the Pegasus, Mermaid, Legendary Ladies or Botanical Inspirations.   There are countless decks out there.   The best deck out there, is the one you are drawn to.   On occasion people have gifted me decks.   Surprisingly, they are some of my favorite.

Oracle cards can be used for personal growth, spiritual development, and self-discovery. Just like Tarot cards, the user asks a question, and then draws a card from the deck. The message on the card is then interpreted to provide insight and guidance.

Can Anyone Use Oracle Cards?

Oracle cards can be used by anyone, regardless of their level of experience with divination or spirituality. They are often a more gentle and uplifting form of divination.  The cards providing positive and encouraging messages that can help to lift you towards positive change. Many people start with an Oracle deck and then transition to Tarot.

They are designed to provide insight and guidance on a variety of topics, such as relationships, career, health, and spirituality. Oracle cards are often used for personal reflection, meditation, and spiritual development, and can be used by people of all backgrounds and belief systems.

Each card in an oracle deck typically has a unique message or meaning, and the user selects one or more cards to answer a specific question or to gain insight into a particular situation. The cards are usually shuffled and drawn randomly, and the interpretation of the cards depends on the individual’s intuition, knowledge of the cards’ symbolism, and the guidance provided in the accompanying guidebook if the author of the deck created one.

Oracle cards may be used in conjunction with other divination tools, such as tarot cards, crystals, and pendulums.  They are often used by people who are seeking to gain a deeper understanding of themselves and their lives.   Purchase a deck and see what happens.  The more you use them, the better the insight.