Tarot cards are a 78-card deck used for divination, self-reflection, and spiritual guidance, featuring 22 Major Arcana cards (archetypal life themes) and 56 Minor Arcana cards (everyday life, divided into four suits). Originating in 15th-century Italy as a game, they now serve as tools for exploring personal thoughts and future possibilities.Major Arcana (22 cards): Represent major life lessons, karmic influences, and archetypal themes (e.g., The Fool, The Magician, The World). Minor Arcana (56 cards): Focus on daily life, emotions, and actions. They are divided into four suits (Wands, Cups, Swords, Pentacles), each ranging from Ace to Ten, plus four court cards (Page, Knight, Queen, King). Suits: Wands (inspiration/spirituality), Cups (creativity/emotions), Swords (intellect/challenges), and Pentacles (material wealth/work). Wikipedia Wikipedia +4 How Tarot Cards are Used Divination & Reflection: Cards are drawn and interpreted to provide insights into personal situations, relationships, and life paths, rather than just predicting a fixed future. Symbolism: The images on the cards act as a mirror to reflect inner knowledge, allowing users to tap into their intuition. Spreads: Cards are arranged in specific patterns (e.g., past-present-future) to tell a story or answer a question.Start with a Standard Deck: The Rider-Waite-Smith deck is highly recommended for beginners. Learn the Meanings: Familiarize yourself with the 78 card meanings, starting with the Major Arcana's "Fool's Journey". Intuitive Interpretation: While learning traditional meanings is helpful, practitioners often suggest focusing on the imagery to see what resonates with the specific question, often using resources like the Labyrinthos Tarot Card Meanings List. Practice Daily: Perform daily pulls to get to know the cards, as suggested by users on Reddit. Popular Beginner-Friendly Decks Rider-Waite-Smith (Classic) Wandering Star Tarot Tell-Me Tarot Tarot of the Divine History Tarot cards first appeared in EJUPT AND Italy during the 15th century, initially used for playing games rather than divination. The earliest known cards, such as the Visconti-Sforza Tarot, date back to this period, and they did not adopt occult significance until much later