An Oswald Wirth tarot reading brings you face to face with the core structure of the tarot. Created in 1889 by Swiss occultist Oswald Wirth, this deck includes only the 22 Major Arcana. It wasn’t designed as a simplified version. It was meant to sharpen your attention on the most essential archetypes in the Western esoteric tradition.
Wirth reworked the tarot based on the teachings of Eliphas Lévi, blending medieval symbolism, Freemasonic geometry, and Hermetic philosophy. His cards are dense with meaning and stripped of fluff. Every figure, every color, and every posture has purpose.
A reading using the Wirth deck is ideal when you’re seeking clarity on deep internal questions. These cards address initiations, transformations, and crossroads. With no Minor Arcana to dilute potency, the reading stays focused and forceful.
Many tarot readers use Majors-only spreads when exploring spiritual direction, psychological insight, or life-changing decisions. The Wirth deck is especially suited for this work. It speaks directly to the unconscious using a visual language rooted in old-world occult systems.
If you are studying the Qabalah, alchemy, or Western magical tradition, this deck will feel like a missing piece. If you’re new, it will push you to grow.
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