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The Shaman's Oracle: Oracle Cards for Ancient Wisdom and Guidance Cards – June 1, 2013

by John Matthews (Author)

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This innovative oracle connects us directly to the wisdom of our prehistoric ancestors. Modern-day shaman John Matthews and shamanic artist Wil Kinghan have created a special deck of 52 cards inspired by cave art, and their unique system can help us find answers to life's most vital questions. The cards represent five archetypes—Spirits, Ancestors, Hunters, Dancers, and Shamans—each linked to a different aspect of human experience. The evocative images touch on ancestral memories and subconscious forces that influence us at the deepest level of being. Comes with an 88-page book and a fold-out cave plan for oracle readings.

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88
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English
Publisher

Watkins Publishing
Publication date

2013
June 1
Dimensions

4.9 x 1.7 x 6.8
inches
ISBN-10

178028523X
ISBN-13

978-1780285238
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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Watkins Publishing (June 1, 2013)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Cards ‏ : ‎ 88 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 178028523X
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1780285238
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.11 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 4.85 x 1.7 x 6.81 inches

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Hi. I'm John Matthews. I've written nearly a 150 books over the last 40 years or so. Books about many things. Pirates, King Arthur and the Grail Quest, Faeries, Robin Hood,Spring-Heeled Jack, and many more. I love folklore, history and film and I recently began writing for movies and TV, creating documentaries, TV scripts and motion pictures. I have also created 13 divinatory systems, tarots etc and have worked with some of the finest artists in the world, including Brian Froud, Charles Vess, Will Worthington, Andre Aste and Wil Kinghan. I have also written many books with my partner Caitlin Matthews, with whom I sometimes think I share a brain, and who knows what I'm thinking before I think it. I was going to put a picture of my cat Willow here, but i guess you might rather see me. I recently began to write books for younger readers, including graphic novels and the fabulous StoryWorld series. This year (2018) set the publication of the first in a series of long planned novels about the young King Arthur and his education by Merlin. Its called The Sword of Ice and Fire, the first of a quartet with the overall title Red Dragon Rising. Even after so many books I still felt a real thrill when the author's copies arrived on my desk. Writing so many books has always been hard work and it continues to be so, but I love the act of creation and cannot imagine ever doing anything else. I'm greatful to all the countless people who have read my books, especially those who made my book on Pirates a New York Times best seller in 2006. There are many more books to come, so I hope you'll keep reading, and keep pestering your booksellers to stock them!
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Elis

A Great Idea

Reviewed in the United States on October 1, 2015

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I really like this oracle and what it set out to do. There are a few things about the advertising that might not be clear since there initially appears to be two versions: one that is red that comes with the book and one that is gray that is just the cards. I want to clarify that the gray version does indeed come with the book, the cards, and the card layout print as well, so you won't be missing out on anything. The boxing of the cards is really compact and well done too.

The premise of the deck is that you are connecting to the spirits or getting in touch with how our ancestors viewed the world and while this is obviously not precisely how they did it it does a great job at connecting you to some ancient concepts. Also, there are two cards that will always be face up: one that represents you and one that represents your spiritual companion, so you don't shuffle all of the cards like in tarot. I also think it's generally intended to always use a five card spread in the shape of a hand with each point being a different "cave" where you interpret each card based both on the card's meaning and which cave it falls into. So, it's not really designed for a variety of spreads like tarot either if I'm understanding correctly. I imagine you could experiment with that though and see what works.

As for the imagery on the cards, I think they're great. It's true that some of the images are dark, so you'll want good lighting with these, but I wouldn't say they're impossible to make out. They were taken in caves and touched up a bit by way of explanation but I think it adds some gravity to the cards personally.

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alexandra napali

very valuable tool from ancient times

Reviewed in the United States on July 17, 2023

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this is a different approach than the usual oracle deck. it has a map on which to place the cards and it gives you the whole view of your reading, with the cave paintings of ancient times and the meaning of old tribal beliefs and knowledge gathered by the authors from shaman studies.

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T.H.

Cool

Reviewed in the United States on April 12, 2015

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Beautiful and unique cards

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Kathryn Shimmura

I like this deck quite a bit as the accompanying book ...

Reviewed in the United States on May 11, 2015

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I purchased this deck due to a renewal of my interest in shamanism. I like this deck quite a bit as the accompanying book explains how to do a basic reading and each card is explained in detail. One reviewer complained about the darkness of the images on the cards. The card images are taken from actual cave paintings - repainted and then the images are printed over a cave like backdrop with some additional light. I didn't have trouble with that but the printing in the guidebook is light and therefore, hard to read. For me, that's true, and if I had brighter light, I'm sure it would help.
So, I've done one reading so far and liked the message I got - it seemed appropriate to my question.
This deck in NOT a Rider Waite Smith clone. The images and meanings are totally different but still useful and the meanings are fairly clear.

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Diane Jarecki

Great Oracle Deck!

Reviewed in the United States on June 3, 2015

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A very deep Oracle, I resonated with this as soon as I used it for the first time. The images of the cave paintings touch something deep inside, and the system is easy to learn. I use this as a personal Oracle only for my own path work because of the meditation to tune in, so I'd rather not use it for clients, though I would use it for family and close friends. Beautiful set and worth more than its price.

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epimetheus

Touches deep layers of ancient wisdom

Reviewed in the United States on March 20, 2013

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John Matthews has created an oracle that that made me connect to the clan like energy of the original Shamans in the Old Days. Their wisdom shines in every detail in this deck. The images are absolutely stunning and convey a deep connection and understanding of the Shaman energies. The way the cards are organised and the original spreads only add to a very Shaman like experience.

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Alexis Summerfield

Insightful and Powerful!!

Reviewed in the United States on August 2, 2013

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I love these cards and bought four or five more for friends!! The information in each one is very well done and the images are amazing!! I have gained a great deal of insight from them.

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sw

Im still learning this deck but it is absolutely beautiful and powerful

Reviewed in the United States on January 3, 2017

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Im still learning this deck but it is absolutely beautiful and powerful! I know I'll have great readings for a long time with this deck!!!

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polar bear

Captivating Cave Handprints Oracle

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 17, 2016

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Amazing captivating art design from paleolithic cave painting. Trancends & transforms you to other worlds. The deck does require a great deal of understanding about ancestors & animal spirits & I feel these cards could be a struggle for someone completely new to these shaman practices. Maybe try Jamie Sams Animal Medicine, Philip Carr-Gomm'sThe Druid Animal Oracle or John Matthews 'sThe Green Man Oracle for simpler less complicated readings & understandings that these card teach & aid journing along life's pathways before you embark on this superb set. But if you wish to escape this complicated world for a time & have a love all things akin to the natural world & wish to withdraw into another realm them simply gaze at a few cards & visualise yourself in the heart of these blessings offered. I have found John Matthews explainations & suggestions to be sound truths & an excellent way to include in personnal meditation. Incidently this boxset is beautifully presented with a lovely insert drawer & ribbon to hold the cards,layout mat & book,which would make a lovely present for a loved one.

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Ana

Lovely

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 2, 2016

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The art in this cards is profound and that is what mainly drew me to them.
That and shamanism itself, which I always loved, being someone closely connected to (my) nature.
I am excited to explore and play with them. They arrived on a very auspicious day, on this magical new moon.
The only thing I disliked was the inner box; the last cards got stuck in it so I simply removed it.
Even so, that does not diminish this deck's value and quality in any way.
Thank You for this beautiful work.

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Jen H.

different from typical divination cards.

Reviewed in Canada on May 18, 2016

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I love these - beautiful and deep messages, and the cards are interesting - a fascinating change from the typical diaphanous angel and fairy divination cards. Larger box than most other cards, so i won't use them for my 'go to' travel case, which is what I purchased them for, but they make a splendid addition to my collection.

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FreeSpirit

Sacred

Reviewed in Canada on July 15, 2016

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This deck is quite different, its language is easy to understand and get answer from, art is nice too, card stock a bit thin, box great.
Deep and good for spiritual work, not an everyday deck which make them more sacred.
Love it!

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refugeewurzel

The footsteps of our ancestors.

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 14, 2014

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Exquisite pack and great insight, love this set, a must for the budding shaman in the making. Art is wonderful and earthy, the insights are provoking and will lead you on a shamanic journey of your own.

Want to try something different, then look no further.

love nature, want to answer a bunch of life questions and work out "What its all about on you own, this is a great start.

Highly recommended

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