Why is it that queer folks are so drawn to the tarot and other witchy, magical, or esoteric practices? 'To a world that categorizes us as nonnormative, we say, 'Your loss! We’ll build our own communities, economies, and structures of care right over here.' Picking up affordable, accessible practices like tarot, astrology, and herbalism—folk tools that to the capitalist white heteropatriarchy are useless because they can’t be neatly explained, co-opted, and sold—is part of this radical community-building process. We use tarot to better understand and care for ourselves and our communities. Queering the Tarot is a brilliant contribution to this collective work. Cassandra’s interpretations zoom in on the generally accepted meanings of each card, examining timeworn archetypes, symbols, tropes, and rites of passage via one simple yet crucial question: How can this card relate differently for queer-identified readers? The asking is itself a radical act. It is a question that makes space for difference. It is a question that centers the marginal, the unseen, and makes it visible.' –Beth Maiden Word In this book I use the acronym LGBTQQIP2SA+, which stands for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Questioning, Intersex, Pansexual, Two-Spirit, Asexual, and anyone else who identifies as not straight, not cisgender, or both. The + is divisive, and I do recognize that not everyone likes their inclusion seeming like an afterthought. I see you, I hear you, and I’m always looking for more inclusive solutions. Please know that I consider anyone who is not both straight and cisgender a Q, as in Queer. You’re already under the umbrella and celebrating our queerness with us in my eyes. I also know that the word Queer isn’t comfortable or right for everyone. This is a word that originally just meant odd (another label I happily claim) but, over time, became a slur lobbed at those who were—or were perceived as—something other than straight, cisgender, or both. Over the past several years, our community has done some brilliant work reclaiming this word that once put us in a limiting box. Strength Strength is a card that frustrates many readers and querents at times because we want it to be more complicated than it is. Most cards have multiple meanings, or the word signifying the card is only a starting point. This isn’t necessarily true of Strength. There are multiple definitions of strength depending on whom you ask, and that accounts for much of the differentiation in this card between decks. This card could show up as a simple call to wield strength through adversity or quarrels. It could pop up as a reminder that you are strong and can get through anything. I most often see the card as a call to find balance between force and gentle compassion. The most common image on a Strength card is a woman taming a lion through physical affection, which is a lot of what strengthens that latter message. Conjuring Harriet "Mama Moses" Tubman Witchbody Becoming Dangerous Witchcraft Activism About the Book Harriet Tubman was a Conjure woman who relied on her dreams and visionary experiences to lead her followers to freedom. This book allows readers to access the inspiration, magic powers, and blessings of Mama Moses, and see their own path to freedom. Witchbody is an invitation to experience what lies hidden beneath the surface of our everyday lives—to see the magic in all things. A plant, a tree, a coffee cup, garbage bins, you, me—they're all magic. Some contributors identify as witches, others identify as writers, musicians, game developers, or artists. What they have in common is that they’ve created personal rituals to summon their own power in a world that would prefer them powerless. With the current political climate in full view, the book shows readers how to learn spells for self-protection and body shielding, as well as methods of developing enhanced psychic intuition and situational awareness. About the Author Witchdoctor Utu is best known as the founder of the world-renowned Pagan drum troupe, the Dragon Ritual Drummers. He is also the founder of Niagara Voodoo Shrine, which is dedicated to Harriet Tubman and the spirits of the Underground Railroad. Sabrina Scott is a PhD candidate in Science and Technology at York University (Toronto) with a Master’s degree in Environmental Studies. She has been reading tarot and practicing witchcraft for 18 years. Edited by Katie West and Jasmine Elliott. Foreword by Kristen J. Sollée. David Salisbury is a queer, vegan witch and a devotee of the goddess Hekate. As High Priest of Coven of the Spiral Moon, he teaches Wicca-and witchcraft-based topics throughout the mid-Atlantic region.
✔ Author(s): Cassandra Snow,Beth Maiden
✔ Title: Queering the Tarot
✔ Rating : 4.7 out of 5 base on (180 reviews)
✔ ISBN-10: 1578636485
✔ ISBN-13: 9781578636488
✔ Language: English
✔ Format ebook: PDF, EPUB, Kindle, Audio, HTML and MOBI
✔ Device compatibles: Android, iOS, PC and Amazon Kindle
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Thea Bell
I'm still in awe of the intricate plot and the way everything seamlessly came together. The twists kept me guessing until the very end. It's one of those rare books that leave a lasting impact.
Lucy Garraway
The author's writing style is so captivating; I couldn't put the book down. Every sentence was beautifully crafted, and the descriptions painted vivid images in my mind. A true literary gem.
Violet Tyler
This book is a work of art. The language, the imagery, the symbolism - everything came together beautifully to create a memorable reading experience.
