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Tarot of the Cat People Deck and Book Set |
Vibrant and DesignsTarot and BookA deck that combines science fiction and fantasy. A mystical rapport with cats is established in a distant place known as the “Outer Regions.” Some Common Myths Dispelled * Tarot cards did not originate in ancient Egypt. This was an invention by an 18th century writer. * Tarot cards did not arrive in Europe with the Gypsies. This rumor seems to have started because Gypsies were thought to have come from Egypt - which they didn't - and because Gypsies are often associated with fortune-telling. This myth is easily dispelled, however, when one stops to consider that tarot cards existed in Europe before the arrival of Gypsies. * Tarot cards have not specifically been known as "cards of the devil." That title was given to all playing cards by early churchmen - and had nothing to do with fortune-telling. These protectors of the faith were condemning playing cards because they were used for gambling. Some sinners went so far as to play cards when (gasp!) they should have been at church services. There are unconfirmed rumors that this practice may still exist today in some remote places in the world.
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