What is the history of tarot? PART 1 

The Mystery of Tarot

Tarot cards have long held a deep fascination, setting them apart from other decks.
Understanding their history is essential for those who seek to unveil the mysteries within this ancient and mystical world.

A Hidden Legacy

If I were to tell you that an ancient Egyptian work, filled with extraordinary magical and religious doctrine, has survived through the ages, it would undoubtedly spark curiosity.

Even more astonishing is the fact that this sacred knowledge has taken the form of a simple deck of cards—the Tarot. Many might dismiss this as mere legend, but the truth remains: the wisdom of the Book of Thoth, known today as the Tarot deck, has been passed down through time.

The Discovery of Tarot’s True Origins

In 1781, the French historian and Freemason Antoine Court de Gébelin introduced this theory in his monumental work, Le Monde Primitif.

• He analyzed the Tarot de Marseille and identified its profound connection with Egyptian traditions.
• He asserted that the major arcana contained hidden knowledge, inherited from the mysteries of ancient civilizations.

The word "Tarot" itself is believed to originate from "Ta-Rosh", an Egyptian doctrine linked to Mercury.

In Egyptian mythology, Thoth—the god of wisdom and magic—was the keeper of divine knowledge, making Tarot a powerful tool for divination and self-discovery.

Egyptian Tarot or Hebraic Cabala?

Court de Gébelin’s revelations inspired many occultists, who expanded upon his ideas.
One such figure was Jean-François Alliette, better known under the pseudonym Etteilla.

🔮 Etteilla’s Contributions to Tarot:

• He claimed that the Tarot originated from a secret gathering of Egyptian magi in 2170 BC, presided over by Hermes Trismegistus.
• Unlike Court de Gébelin, he believed that the Tarot had lost its original characteristics over the centuries.
• He sought to restore it to its primitive form by renumbering the cards, redrawing the figures, and creating what he believed to be a true reflection of ancient wisdom.

His work, "The Book of Thoth", containing 78 Egyptian-inspired Tarot cards, became a foundation for many modern esoteric interpretations.

Tarot: A Bridge Between Past and Future

To this day, the Tarot remains a gateway between history and mysticism, guiding those who seek to explore the secrets of the past, present, and future.

It is more than a simple deck of cards—it is a tool for enlightenment, connecting us to the wisdom of ancient civilizations and allowing us to glimpse into the unknown forces that shape our destiny.

✨ What truths will the cards reveal to you? ✨