What is an Oracle Deck? The Difference Between Tarot and Oracle Decks
Oracle decks are a type of card deck that is used for divination and guidance. While tarot decks usually have the same variations of the cards, and the same number of cards - 78, corresponding to the Major and minor arcana, oracle decks have a multitude of variations, from theme to card number. The cards are typically illustrated and come in different interpretations. Oracle decks have many uses, they can be used to answer specific questions, receive guidance, or tell the future. Oracle decks can also be used for spiritual growth and as a form of self-care.
If you are looking for a deck that will help navigate through life or guide your creative process and offer insight on how best to express yourself through art and writing, then you need to do a little research and choose the one that speaks to you. The deck that you are intuitively drawn to is always a good choice and most likely a good fit for you.
Are you drawn to the illustrations of the Wild Muse Oracle deck? Or, perhaps you prefer the Angels deck? Either way, there are many decks to choose from. The first thing to do is determine what your needs are. Do you want a deck that will speak to your spirituality and offers guidance on your life path? If so, then The Wild Muse Deck might be perfect for you. Vanessa Somuayina created this oracle deck to help inspire you to think big, be bold, and live your best life at any given moment in time. Every time you pull a card from your deck, Vanessa encourages you to take a moment and let your chosen muse's energy seep through the pores of your skin. Allow your muse at that moment to inspire you.
Oracle decks can bring magic to your life and spiritual practice, besides a tool for reflection they can also be a delightful activity. You can simply shuffle the deck and pull a card for insight or inspiration, or you can use spreads that are groups of cards similar to tarot readings. The Wild Muse Deck besides coming with a guidebook to help you get acquainted with the cards and meanings also comes with some spread suggestions which it's very handy both for beginners and established readers.
