About the Tao of Tarot

Explore the Tao of Tarot and the Hidden Arcana Tarot, an expanded system blending myth, archetypes, and esoteric wisdom for self-discovery and transformation.

Exploring the Wisdom of the Tao of Tarot

Chuang Tzu once dreamed he was a butterfly. Upon waking, he wondered if he was a man who dreamed he was a butterfly, or a butterfly who dreamed he was a man? This story captures the essence of imagination: the bridge between the known and the unknown. Myths have always helped humanity explain life’s mysteries. They tell us how the world began, but Tarot, and especially the Tao of Tarot, goes further by allowing us to ask why.

What Is the Tao of Tarot?

The Tao of Tarot is a modern guide that restores Tarot to its original purpose: a multidimensional instrument of self-discovery and spiritual growth. Instead of reducing Tarot to entertainment or fortune-telling, this approach honors the deck as a mirror of the human soul and the archetypal forces that shape existence. This is accomplished through The Hidden Arcana Tarot Deck and Guidebook.

Alongside the 78 traditional cards, the Hidden Arcana Tarot adds four rediscovered archetypes that deepen readings:

The Adept – symbolizing spiritual maturity after life’s Fool’s Journey.
The Almuten Figuris – a guide and guardian through life’s labyrinth.
The Spiritrix – the 23rd Arcana, representing the reader’s influence and the hermetic maxim: “As above, so below; as within, so without.”
The Castles – embodying the five elemental forces: Fire, Water, Air, Earth, and Spirit.

Why the Tarot Matters Today

The Tao of Tarot helps seekers reflect and reconnect with wisdom traditions. Through the weaving of myth, philosophy, and symbolism, it provides clarity on life’s patterns and choices, transforms archetypes into guides of transformation, and offers tools for self-reflection, healing, and spiritual evolution

This makes the Tao of Tarot both mystical and practical, a map for the journey of life.

FAQs About the Tao of Tarot

What is the Tao of Tarot?

The Tao of Tarot is a spiritual and practical guide to Tarot that integrates history, symbolism, and esoteric teachings. It shows how Tarot is not only about divination but also about self-discovery and transformation.

What are the Hidden Arcana Tarot cards?

The Hidden Arcana Tarot adds The Adept, The Almuten Figuris, The Spiritrix, and The Castles to offer new layers of meaning beyond the traditional 78 cards.

Can beginners use the Hidden Arcana Tarot?

Yes. The system is designed for both beginners and experienced readers, providing accessible insights while also challenging advanced practitioners to delve deeper into the subject.

How does the Tao of Tarot differ from traditional Tarot?

It restores Tarot as a holistic tool, blending ageless wisdom, esoteric knowledge, mythology, and spiritual practice. The Hidden Arcana Tarot enriches readings with archetypes rarely seen in other decks.

Walking the Red Thread

The Tao of Tarot is more than a method—it is an invitation. Through the Hidden Arcana Tarot, seekers discover new insights into their journey, embracing both mystery and meaning. Whether you’re starting out or deepening your practice, these teachings help you weave your life into the greater tapestry of the cosmos.

Liane and Christopher Buck are the creators of the Tao of Tarot, whose first book and card set is The Hidden Arcana Tarot, https://hiddenarcanatarot.com/. They are also the founders of OMTimes Magazine, Humanity Healing, and Cathedral of the Soul. Read more on their bio page, https://taotarot.com/liane-buck-and-christopher-buck/