The Nigel Jackson Tarot (Misc. Supplies)

by Nigel Jackson (Author)

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Product Description
Relive the magic of times gone by with this enchanting new Tarot deck from internationally acclaimed artist and Tarot scholar Nigel Jackson. The 78 beautifully illustrated cards reflect his research into Classical, Medieval, and Renaissance Occult symbolism. The accompanying book presents the artist's groundbreaking new theory about the connection between Pythagorean numerology and the timeless symbolism of the Tarot.

In addition to detailed descriptions and interpretations of each card, the mini-book includes information about the historical origins of the Tarot as well as meditation exercises to help you deepen your connection to the cards.

About the Author
Nigel Jackson, born in 1963, lives in Manchester, England and is a well-known artist and illustrator specializing in the symbolism of Western Esoteric Tradition: he is deeply immersed in the traditional Tarot of 15th century Italy, the magical teachings of medieval-renaissance astrological magicians such as Ficino, Agrippa and Bruno and in bringing to life the talismanic images inherited from ancient sources of arcane lore such as the Arabian grimoire The Picatrix. He has worked intensively in researching the magical system of the 28 Mansions of the Moon. Nigel has been involved for the last quarter of a century in pursuing the inner wisdom of the hermetic mysteries and in expressing the symbolic 'language of the gods' through his visual art which he views as a living 'alchemy of the imagination'.

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Product Details

• Misc. Supplies: 160 pages
• Publisher: Llewellyn Publications (September 1, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1567183654
• ISBN-13: 978-1567183658
• Product Dimensions: 5.6 x 3.6 x 1.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 15.5 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,530,496 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A lovely, lyrical and fresh retelling of the Waite deck, January 22, 2001

By	Susan Byers (Willits, CA USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Let me start by saying that I don't consider a "retelling of the Waite deck" to be in any way a criticism. The Waite/Coleman-Smith tarot informs all of our perspectives, at this point. I appreciate tarot decks that are highly original, but I don't exactly see the point of a deck that creates entirely new meanings for the cards. Tarot cards are potent, in part, because they draw upon shared meanings that have been carried through time. All the decks that I personally use (as opposed to only collect) have fairly similar basic meanings to each card. I consider this a plus.

What is really special about this deck is, as other reviewers have pointed out, the quality. You really feel that focus and loving attention was paid to every step of the creation of this deck, from the luminous, colorful paintings, to the thorough discussion of the deck in the accompaning book, to the excellent quality of the cards themselves. To be truthful, I haven't yet plowed through the author's philosophy about his deck; the beautiful cards speak for themselves.

The art is an interesting combination of renaissance painterly tradition, Tibetan decorations, William Morris' English influence, and slightly cartoonish (but quite tolerable) figures. You get the feeling that Jackson, and especially his wife, are represented over and over in both the trumps and the minors! The minors have quite similar symobolism to the Waite deck, but not always. There are lots of unique cards. Only several of these do I not personally care for. For instance, the 9 of Swords pictures a nightmare: a nude women with a frightful beast's head. The traditional picture of someone in their own private nightmare of despair, doubt, fear, torment, guilt, or whatever, seems more powerful than this kind of silly, scary lady. And I found the Moon to be rather dark: very much the ominous, malignant side of the Moon, without the deep, holy and benevolent aspect of the Lunar Orb. But these are really the only cards I didn't care for.

The Trumps, in particular, are very powerful. The backgrounds radiate energy, intention, and serenity, and the figures themselves are very effectively brought to life. This deck has already leaped into my very favorite top five or six for regular use. By the way, the cover illustration of Temperance is not, in my opinion, the strongest or lovliest, by any means. Don't hesitate to invest in this stunning and user-friendly new addition to the world of Tarot.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The New Gold Standard In Tarot!!, October 13, 2000

By	Andryh (TX USA) - See all my reviews

I own several tarot decks, and with all certainty, this is the crowning glory of my collection. The deck's unique art, a combination of line-drawing and watercolor, is some of the best I've ever seen. The colors are luminous and harmonious...The artist pulled off a rare feat in creating a truly colorful deck, but one that defies syrupy sweetness or garishness. The symbols and images of the deck are familliar (derived largely from the Waite deck I believe), yet presented in a very fresh, new way. The deck is very "user friendly". The cards are of large size, but not awkward, and are easily shuffled right out of the box. I have not yet had the opportunity to completely read the accompanying booklet, but my first impressions are that it is intelligently written and useful. Even the packaging of this deck reflects quality. The "kit" is very compact and portable. This deck/book set gets my complete approval. I absolutely love it and highly recommend it.

8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding New Deck!, October 4, 2000

By	"lhastings" (Detroit, Michigan USA) - See all my reviews

Nigel Jackson's Tarot is beautiful craftsmanship. Not just eye-candy, anyone with good taste who enjoys medieval and renaissance art will enjoy this deck. If you know the tarot you will find it a great divination tool, as the illustrations depict the meaning of the major arcana archetypes quite well. The minor arcana also does its job, depicting everyday people and life's situations. If you're a novice, you can benefit as well because the artwork allows you to determine what the cards mean to YOU without constantly groping for the book. The deck is somewhat over-sized compared to a standard deck, but it handles easy and allows you to fully realize its beauty. The book is also the size of the deck and offers concise, meaningful interpretations; a glossary that defines many greek terms, a bibliography, and meditative exercises, plus five spreads. This book has more to offer than the miniature booklet that comes with standard decks.

It is not clear to me what Mr. Jackson is trying to convey in his explanation of tarot origin. His philosophy on the Pythagorean Method is a bit convoluted, but in no way detracts from the deck.

For me, a deck must be appealing, handles with ease, and I must be able to interpret the cards, as well as connect. I was able to diffuse my energy witht this deck immediately. I am a collector and this deck symbolizes quality.