

By Hermann Haindl
78 Card Deck with Instruction Booklet
The Haindl Tarot was designed by Hermann Haindl in the 1980's. Many decks have been created based on the artists vision of the tarot and it's place in the esoteric. This one was unique in its vision. Haindl incorporated various spiritual traditions into this deck along with his unique artistic vision based on his understandings. He incorporated images derived from different cultural mythologies, sacred images and sources of influence in his own life. Described as "a sacred Tarot, one which reaches back to ancient spiritual traditions of many cultures." The deck itself is based on the Rider-Waite outline as they maintain the same number and names of the major arcane and the four numbered suites and court cards. We recognize the Fool as 0 and the Hermit as IX, so we are not totally unfamiliar with the layout of the deck. But the similarities end there. The images are purely unique and beautifully presented, and include Hebrew letters and astrological connection which are traditionally associated with those cards. The suits are still wands, cups and swords, but Mr. Haindl has substituted stones for pentacles. This deck is unique in its perspective to be all inclusive as far as spiritual content is concerned. If you own the deck or looking to purchase it, these books are essential in understanding and working with it. If you are looking for a deck that crosses the spiritual boundaries imposed by other decks, give this deck a look and see if the imagery speaks to you.