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Before spoken language evolved, our ancestors communicated through images, drawn or carved onto the walls of caves. A vast proportion of the thousands of such images derive from the visions of the first shamans, who either left them as reminders for themselves or as spiritual signposts for those who came after them. Created by practising shaman John Matthews and beautifully illustrated with evocative images of cave paintings by Wil Kinghan , this highly original deck contains 52 cards, which are divided into five groupings Spirits, Ancestors, Hunters, Dancers and Shamans each representing a different aspect of human experience. Two further cards the Journeyer and the Helper represent the person who is conducting the reading: the Seeker. As the cards are drawn, they reveal insights that will help to guide the Seeker on his or her quest for the answers to life's most vital questions. The images are not only beautiful, atmospheric and mysterious, but they also touch on the deepest memories we all possess the unconscious archetypes that influence our thoughts, feelings and actions at the deepest level of being. Review: The Shaman's 52 Oracle cards - These are an unique quality oracle deck. The cards are stored in a strong box to keep all your cards safe. The booklet is very informative and has each card in colour explaining the meanings. You can just meditate on these cards and read the card from the feeling you feel. These cards are a comfortable size, not too big. The pictures are beautiful. Thank you John Matthews and Wil Kinghan for creating these beautful cards to bring wisdom and guidance. Review: Great cards - Love my shaman cards, have had some amazing readings from them. I use these cards if im not using my runic ones. If you are into your shamaniism I would definitely get these cards.
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| Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 472 Reviews |
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The Shaman's 52 Oracle cards
These are an unique quality oracle deck. The cards are stored in a strong box to keep all your cards safe. The booklet is very informative and has each card in colour explaining the meanings. You can just meditate on these cards and read the card from the feeling you feel. These cards are a comfortable size, not too big. The pictures are beautiful. Thank you John Matthews and Wil Kinghan for creating these beautful cards to bring wisdom and guidance.
S**S
Great cards
Love my shaman cards, have had some amazing readings from them. I use these cards if im not using my runic ones. If you are into your shamaniism I would definitely get these cards.
L**E
A powerful and beautifully crafted oracle deck
The Shamanโs Oracle is stunning both visually and energetically. The artwork is vivid and deeply symbolic, and the guidebook offers clear, insightful interpretations that make it easy to connect with the cards. Using this deck has enhanced my meditations and readings, offering guidance that feels both practical and spiritually profound. Itโs suitable for beginners and experienced readers alike, and each draw feels meaningful and impactful. Highly recommended for anyone seeking shamanic wisdom or a powerful oracle tool
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Tedious
I like the quality of the deck and they are good value for money. However, Iโve only drawn a single card from the deck. Although it resonated, they arenโt intended to be used this way. They are designed to be used for a specific kind of reading which is detailed in the box. I have around 15 other decks and I know they all have their own specific readings listed inside, but this park is different in that working with this guide really is the best way to get the most out of this deck. Iโve reduced the star rating to reflect this as it has simply meant Iโve not used them as I havenโt the head space to follow this method at the moment. In regards to quality, they arenโt intended great. The size of the cards is good. Box quality is good. They are priced like a pocket size deck, but are full size, and not so horribly fiddly to use as a pocket size deck. They are provided with a guide book that is easy to use, as in its pages can be easily read unlike pocket size cards where the book is so small it doesnโt want to open (axe to grind clearly) plus, the contents of the book is well written and not waffle/rubbish/useless. Itโs actually ok. You just need to have time and patience to work with this deck. Ordinarily I would have this, but not in my current life circumstances. This deck is certainly gift worthy, and if itโs creators should produce another deck in this price range and maintain the quality, I will buy it if I can afford to, as this is a useful deck, unlike some.
E**I
Not your usual oracle deck!
I absolutely love this deck! The illustrations of original cave paintings are stunning and relevant. Quite a complicated deck to learn and use, but the guidebook is brilliant in explaining and demonstrating everything. Great quality book, great quality cards! Absolutely value for money too! Must have deck for someone who is interested in the shamanic traditions and ways.
P**R
Captivating Cave Handprints Oracle
Amazing captivating art design from paleolithic cave painting. Trancends & transforms you to other worlds. The deck does require a great deal of understanding about ancestors & animal spirits & I feel these cards could be a struggle for someone completely new to these shaman practices. Maybe try Jamie Sams Animal Medicine, Philip Carr-Gomm'sThe Druid Animal Oracle or John Matthews 'sThe Green Man Oracle for simpler less complicated readings & understandings that these card teach & aid journing along life's pathways before you embark on this superb set. But if you wish to escape this complicated world for a time & have a love all things akin to the natural world & wish to withdraw into another realm them simply gaze at a few cards & visualise yourself in the heart of these blessings offered. I have found John Matthews explainations & suggestions to be sound truths & an excellent way to include in personnal meditation. Incidently this boxset is beautifully presented with a lovely insert drawer & ribbon to hold the cards,layout mat & book,which would make a lovely present for a loved one.
E**A
Beautiful and deep....
Wow what a deck ....Fantastic quality and reads like a dream ..it is like having an old friend reappear after many years apart... Highly recommend this deck everyone should own a copy..
B**N
Lovely cards
I've used Oracle cards before, and have tried Tarot, but didn't really get on with either. This system uses aspects of both, creating an in-depth reading that is pretty accurate and at the same time easier to interpret. I've only had the set a few days so have not got fully to grips with it yet, but the art's beautiful and the explanations simple and easy to follow. Anyone connected to nature, history, myth and the ancestors should love these cards, they're a great addition to any crane pouch or medicine bag. The only thing I didn't like quite so much was the fold-out lay-out poster, it cheapened the set somewhat, but it's easy enough to make your own cloth one to replace it, which I shall be doing.
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