Libra zodiac readings are pretty straightforward — an astrologer makes your birth chart and explains what it means. However, some psychic tools offer more interpretive leeway, making them more difficult to use yet better equipped for complex questions. Two such tools, tarot and oracle cards, are similar in appearance but quite different in nature. In fact, if you’re used to tarot cards, you should learn a little more about their less-traditional cousins before you schedule an oracle deck reading.
Oracle Cards vs. Tarot Cards
Experts trace the origins of the tarot deck to 15th-century Italy, whereas oracle cards appeared in 19th-century France. Many psychics use both, as either type of deck offers a powerful connection to universal energies. However, they have very different rules, which means they deliver insight in varying ways.
Deck Size
All tarot decks have 78 cards. Oracle decks, however, have no requirement or limit, which means they can have as many cards as the creator wants. Usually, they have fewer than 78 for simplicity.
Structure
The tarot has a strict structure, with two different “arcanas” and four suits:
- Wands
- Cups
- Swords
- Pentacles
Each suit contains 14 cards arranged in a particular order: ace, numbers two through 10, page, knight, queen and king. Even though tarot cards have different themes, they all have these cards divided into these groups.
Tarot decks also place significance on numbers. For example, the Major Arcana contains 22 cards, numbered zero through 21. The cards are always in the same order, no matter the variations in illustrations or themes. For instance, The Fool is always card zero, and The World is always card 21.
In contrast, oracle cards don’t have any arcanas or suits. Creators may base some cards on well-known tarot meanings (Death, The Lovers, The Moon, etc.), but there’s no requirement to do so. Creators may also incorporate cards that have no equivalent in the traditional tarot.
Symbols vs. Signs
Which deck psychics use depends on their personal preference. For example, the tarot tends to draw mediums who prefer structure, while oracle card psychic readings fit clairvoyants who need room to improvise. You can get answers from either deck, but they’ll arrive in different ways.
Background Knowledge
Since the tarot has such a long and storied history, reading a deck requires deep knowledge. In contrast, an oracle reader can interpret the cards by visuals and feelings alone.
Clear Communication
Both decks contain symbols, but their interpretation is less fixed for oracle readings. Oracle cards can change meaning according to the querent and context, whereas tarot cards always have the same meaning. For some, tarot cards are easier to read since there’s less room for error. However, other psychics prefer oracle decks because the flexibility allows them greater access to psychic energies. Oracle cards can answer your questions about love, destiny, and even finances. Money psychic readings utilizing these decks can tell you when a new business opportunity will arise or how to make your own luck. With a bit of guidance, you can prepare for the future and take control of your life path.
