Archangel Raphael Healing Oracle Cards: A 44-Card Deck and Guidebook [Cards]

Doreen Virtue (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 1, 2010

Now you can give yourself and others accurate, loving, and helpful readings about health and healing. Each oracle card features a gorgeous painting of Archangel Raphael. The enclosed guidebook gives you step-by-step instructions on how to conduct safe and powerful readings about your own health and that of your loved ones and clients. It explains the general meaning of each card and provides specific details that can offer you more clarity and help you tap into your intuition. Whether you’re seeking a healing for yourself, for someone else, or want to awaken your own natural healing abilities, Archangel Raphael brings you miracles and trustworthy guidance . . . and all you need to do is ask!

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About the Author

Doreen Virtue holds B.A., M.A., and Ph.D. degrees in counseling psychology, and is a lifelong clairvoyant who works with the angelic realm. She’s the author of Archangels & Ascended Masters and Healing with the Angels, among other works. Doreen has appeared on Oprah, The View, Good Morning America, CNN, and other programs; she presents workshops around the world; and she also has a weekly call-in talk show on HayHouseRadio.com®.

Product Details

• Cards: 44 pages
• Publisher: Hay House; Crds edition (May 1, 2010)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1401924743
• ISBN-13: 978-1401924744
• Product Dimensions: 5.4 x 3.9 x 1.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (23 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #46,776 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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23 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Disapointed, May 19, 2010

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I just got them today and I've already been playing with them and feeling them in all the ways. I almost own all of Doreen's oracle cards and I enjoy the AA, the goddess and healing with the fairies decks the most, then come the angels, the dolphins and mermaids and the Unicorns. Last but not least the AMasters and the fairies + healing with the angels. But this time I am a little disappointed. I guess I had high expectations. On this deck, I just love the emerald green packaging and the artworks that illustrate the cards, they are beautiful. But I was willing for deeper spiritual answers related to my health. Instead I got school case elementary answers, like eat organics, don't caffeine and so on. A little disappointing. I thought Doreen had channeled some healing messages and advices from Raphael. I know Archangel Raphael is such a great spiritual healer, and I wanted to find new answers to help me explore terrestrials pain and sorrow in the depths of myself. Like how to deal with my emotions, how to comfort my heart, how to handle the fear and the loneliness when feeling bad, what questions to ask myself in order to capture the source of my pain and how to get over a "plateau" in terms of healing. Anyway, I will use it as a complement to other decks of cards. In case I realise that this game is much better than what I am thinking today, I will change my review in a couple of weeks.

18 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Green is the Color of Healing, May 3, 2010

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Janet Boyer "Author, Blogger, Mystic" (Pennsylvania) - See all my reviews
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"Archangels are the managers of our personal guardian angels. Each archangel has a specialty, and Archangel Raphael's is health. Raphael's name means `he who heals' or `God heals', and he helps everyone who calls upon him without exception. Raphael guides healers, would-be healers, and those who are ailing (both humans and animals). Like all archangels, Raphael is non-denominational and unconditionally loving." - From the companion book to the Archangel Raphael Healing Oracle Cards

With over a dozen oracle cards to date, angel therapist Doreen Virtue now turns her attention to health and wellbeing with the Archangel Raphael Healing Oracle Cards.

Like recent decks, these cards have shiny gilt edging and illustrations from various artists with a brief prayer at the bottom.

Comprised of 44-cards, the Archangel Raphael Healing Oracle Cards cover a variety of conditions and health advice, including:

* Avoid Allergens
* Do More Research
* Easy Does It
* Exercise Is Key
* Forgiveness Heals
* Good Night's Sleep
* Laughter Is the Best Medicine
* Massage
* Organic Foods
* Prayer Works!
* Sunlight
* Use Your Natural Healing Abilities

The 107-page companion book offers instructions on using the Archangel Raphael Healing Oracle Cards, as well as how to do a reading and how to combine other decks for more comprehensive guidance. A brief explanation and possible specific meanings for each card is also provided.

The lovely forest green borders of this particular deck is unusual and calming; since green is often associated with healing, growth and the heart chakra, it will likely appeal to those in distress. The green is also a nice change from the purple-heavy tones that often dominate Virtue decks, and most of the imagery is quite pretty--although not as stunning as the Magical Messages from the Faeries deck, in my opinion. (By the way, some of the messages from that deck are recycled for this one).

I have used the Archangel Raphael Healing Oracle several times and have found it to be accurate. Although a few of the images seem a bit silly (an angel holding dumbbells), the messages I've received when using it have been spot on. For example, when I drew the Caffeine Free! Card, I rolled my eyes. "Yeah, right", I thought. "Doesn't she know researches have found that caffeine improves brain function, wards of diabetes and possibly staves off Alzheimer's?"

Two minutes later, I happened to select a random book of my shelves, one that has sat there for ages awaiting review (The Make Today Matter Makeover). I flipped it upon (for what reason, I honestly have no idea) and wouldn't you know it--my eyes fell on a paragraph dealing *specifically* with caffeine and the toll it can exact on your body!

Needless to say, I stayed away from caffeine for a few days and, you know what? I felt less stressed! Just what the Doctor (Archangel Raphael) ordered, it would seem.

If you're a fan of Doreen Virtue's oracle cards, you'll love this deck. If you're seeking improved health and feel a special affinity for the angelic realm, you'll likely find comfort and guidance will likely be found from the Archangel Raphael Oracle Cards--although most of the messages are simply common sense.

-- Janet Boyer, author of Back in Time Tarot

(To see 15 images from this deck, visit the Reviews--Decks section at JanetBoyer.com)

11 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great deck for answering questions about physical health, May 10, 2010

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Carla Kaiser "Carla Kaiser" (Atlanta, GA) - See all my reviews

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I own eight different decks that are designed by Doreen Virtue. I am a huge fan of her work. Sometimes I am not sure which deck to use, because I have so many to pick from.

Another reviewer made a critical comment about this deck having "the same" messages as Doreen's other angel decks. I disagree.

It is clear that this deck is designed to answer questions about physical health concerns. The deck has cards with specific guidance to enhance someone's healing experience, no matter where they are on their healing journey.

I have found that knowing which deck to consult for which questions is one of the most important factors in giving/receiving a good reading: this is THE deck to use for questions concerning physical health and well-being. Archangel Raphael is the master healer of the angelic realm. He wants to help us all achieve good health and well being.

Would I use this deck for a relationship or career question? No.

If you are looking for an all purpose deck, I recommend Doreen's Goddess Guidance cards, or the Archangel Michael deck. If you want answers to health questions, this is the deck.