Tarot vs Oracle║The Differences | Divination

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Today I wanted to talk a little about the differences between Rider-Waite-Smith tarot and oracle decks, what each can be used for and how you can tell the differences.
The Decks shown in this video are the:
- Rider-Waite-Smith Tarot Deck
- The Wild Unknown Tarot
- Wheel of the Year Tarot
- Work your Light Oracle Deck
- Halloween Oracle Deck
- The Camelot Oracle
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[@wrenruler7306]

Oracle: This is a time of change and growth. You're learning so much. Listen to your heart. Hold life's hand and life will hold yours. Tarot: *You in danger, girl.*

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Can I be classed as a baby witch even though I'm 27? Or am I just late to the party 😂

[@radioheadfan69]

@@jessterflies late reply but absolutely! any beginner witch is a baby witch

[@daswitchling]

I love how you not just compare the two but give a detailed explanation of the nature of both tarot and oracle decks! Your video is an amazing introduction into both cards. Personally I have found that Tarot works better for me, once i understood the story that the entire Tarot deck tells it was easier and more intuitive to work with it. I also have found that for me listening to my intuition while reading cards is really beneficial because a card can tell a whole story on its own, never had that with oracle cards.

[@susysnakegirl]

I love tarot for a detailed answer, but I have a few oracle's for specific purposes, such as encouragement, faerie contact, or Dream Work. They can be useful. PS- The Arthur Rackham Oracle is almost 50/50 positive and negative, and it's beautiful.

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[@crystocious6715]

I agree!

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[@prickhead]

Absolutely!

[@thatwitchboi9463]

Im not sure with Oracle, but with my experience every deck of tarot cards has its own personality. You could have three Smith decks but one can be blunt, one can be sarcastic, and the other could be a mixture of the two or neither

[@p0ltergeists]

I love that you encourage people to choose a tarot deck with imagery that draws them in. I find this is really important for me personally.

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I ordered my tarot card today afternoon. And since then multiple signs have come up. One of them is this video notification 😍

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This video is not a synchronizity, but an algorithm 😉

[@blahtothemfblah4932]

To get around an oracle deck that has "no negative cards" just use the inverted system from tarot. Then if a card is upside down it takes on the opposite meaning of its original intention. However depending on what your asking, a word you consider "positive" can sometimes be a negative thing depending on your stance for the situation. For example: imagine you want to cut ties with someone and draw an oracle card that says "Connection" or something on those lines. This could be your cards telling you a codependency is forming, or that that other person will not let you go so easily. Just a few extra tips.

[@desertdiva9771]

When I’m at the end of a tarot reading I’ll use a few oracle cards as a clarifier for the client.

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Omg the new intro is so good, it has that magickal essence of mystic nature and somehow makes me think of celtic while listening to the music at the same time :)

[@amberlee6826]

I'm so grateful I found your channel. You are so knowledgable and well spoken. I gain so much knowledge from watching your vids 💜Thank you

[@farfetched9296]

Oracles are nice, uplifting, and sweet Tarot cards scream...YOU CAN'T HANDLE THE TRUTH....

[@salvadoro.warren3763]

I’ve been studying Tarot for the past year. It’s so much fun! I’m excited to see what year two will bring! Thanks for making this video!

[@kaylaa2204]

The Rider Waite system is actually based on the old European playing cards, which were used for divination before, but that deck was the first to be made specifically for divination purposes, expressing the agreed upon meaning within the artwork

[@xJadeWolfxx]

How serendipitous, I was just looking into buying an Oracle deck that I totally fell in love with the art style of but didn't actually know anything about Oracle decks.

[@Chrissers88]

I have had a Tarot deck for over 15 years and only started learning it this year. It was a bit overwhelming with so many cards. I had a oracle deck that was gifted to me and I mostly used that for myself which has given me pretty damn accurate advice. I combined it with tarot the last time I did a reading, and got a really fascinating reading. Everything matched up. I have seen other people match cards from various decks too. Not that beginners should do that.

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Literally doing a tarot reading as I got the notification

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I love your accent, the way you explain things so perfectly, and the scenery in your videos!

[@sanrigansan1441]

I use Lenormand oracle for more then a decade now, it has all variation of cards and I think they are easier to handle then Tarot, once you learn how to read cards combinations. Recently I've found a deck that has all Lenormand cards doubled, Lilac & Cherry Twilight, every double of cards having slightly different meaning. Now it's my favorite deck, it's so convenient.

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Perfect! This is just what I've been looking for thank you!

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The ‘hearth put out a new video’ notification came up and now I’m super happy! Love love love your new art work too! X

[@pamelaangela4586]

Im not sure with Oracle, but with my experience every deck of tarot cards has its own personality. You could have three Smith decks but one can be blunt, one can be sarcastic, and the other could be a mixture of the two or neither

[@TvNetJunkie]

I’ve been meaning to read about this and here you come with a video 😍🤩

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Luvels the new opening, and as always your awesome content,thank you x

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Every singe video I’ve watched so far I’ve learned so much, Hearth! Thank you so much for your videos you are so appreciated 💚💚

[@Fezza60]

Love the new channel style 😊 I love all my tarot and oracle decks but lots of great info on this video as always 👍

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Thank you for this! You’re always so articulate and informative!

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Omg your so underrated!! Your videos are so long and In depth exactly what I’ve been looking for x

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Amazing video! Thanks for sharing these differences! And love your new intro!

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I've been looking forward to a video like this thank you! And I love how long your hair is getting your so beautiful inside and out!

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This is an amazing video. The explanations are so specific.

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Ooh new title and end screen! Love them!

[@KianJR]

your videos are always so informative without being boring at all. Thanks again Hearth!

[@xuxagirl87]

Love my cards!! I have a couple of oracle decks and a tarot deck, and with that one I do find that each card can have multiple meanings depending on the context, but you are right that the general structure of all tarot decks tends to be pretty consistent. Good stuff! Reminded me of how long it’s been since I played with my own cards ^_^

[@denisek7]

Thank you so much, very informative video! Im happy that you give examples with the Wild Unknown deck - so pretty ^^

[@Runaaxe]

Yay!!! I’ve been waiting for you to do a video on these two. Also I love your new into!

[@-Ms.L]

I was also waiting patiently ☺.

[@UBRLND-X]

For a neophyte (like myself myself) embarking on the journey of divination, this was an excellent breakdown. I was trying to link within my mind similarities between the Ship of Fools Tarot and Camelot Oracle decks that I was drawn to and purchased, and was instantly confused. This has really helped me to completely separate the two in my mind and see them as very different types of toolsets. Thanks so much

[@ellah6941]

Hearth you are literally my favorite witchy youtuber! Love you and your channel

[@BravoAmaro]

I love that you included the Wild Unknown deck 💜 i have 8 decks and that is by far my favorite

[@nikkijadesola23]

I have that EXACT Oracle deck! I’m absolutely in love with it and it’s given me a lot of insight since I bought it

[@nickmerryman1666]

thank you for an in-depth video for this subject Hearth it has been something that always kinda confused me and this was a big help :) (I was actually the one who asked about it on your live lol)

[@s.aura.h8084]

I was torn, I think I'ma start wit Tarot now, thank you for the info! x

[@DoubtYourOwnShadow]

Thanks for the post.Love the explanation for the cards 😊😊

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Love Hearth Witch so much to learn, I love showing my beautiful grandkids her videos so well done 👍🏻

[@kasparmoon4327]

Thank You so much for such a nice explanation. I just got a new deck of tarot cards yesterday but I was curious about Oracle cards. Now I'm clear that I got the right one for me for now. Thank You 😊

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Loving the new intro! Someone in my baby witch FB group asked the difference the other day, so it's ironic this popped up! Thanks for the info.

[@margaretvalentine5957]

Excellent as always. Thank you. I love listening to your beautiful voice. 🌸

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I just found your channel and I love it. I've always been interested in witchcraft but wasn't ever sure where to start. Your videos are informative, welcoming, and inclusive. Just wanted to say thanks :)

[@angelbunny101]

You are my favorite KZbin Witch! I feel you are the best teacher! Thank you, Hearth!

[@lilypotter2985]

This was so well explained. You are an exceptional teacher. Thank you! 💖

[@randysmith7189]

Thanks so much for covering this topic. You helped me realize that I need to look into finding a Tarot deck to go along with my Oracle deck for personal practice. Again thanks for the time and consideration you give to every topic you cover.

[@cristasullo6466]

Learned on Tarot Waite deck and Happy with that thank you for all your Videos

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Thank you so much for this! Very helpful as are all your videos! 🤓🥰🙌🏽

[@MissLizzy882]

Hearth!!!! the new intro is fantastic!!!! yes! side note: the video quality is great in this one!!

[@1KITIG]

just wondered about the difference between them last night, thanks for the info!

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Another fabulous video. Your videos are so informative and helpful!

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Love the new intro Hearth.. Love all the botanicals.. 🌿🌿

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You are seriously the most helpful person I have found. Thank you. 🤍

[@vanessamoser8025]

This was a great and much needed video. Thank you!

[@alainabechtel874]

You seriously have helped me in so many areas! I was so intimidated by tarot/oracle. You broke it down in such a way that I understand everything so much clearer. Not just this subject but ALL of your videos. When I was searching for answers and was very much in the broom closet (strict Roman Catholic family) you helped encourage me in trusting myself. When I feel a little down I just put on one of your videos and it gives me a little lift. Thank you for all you do. It really makes a difference.🥰

[@bethanygreenwood8259]

I use both, mostly Tarot as it's a straight shooting deck, but I love my Oracle deck too :) Also. . . LOVING the new channel look!!

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[@AJ-7-316]

Such a useful video. We’ll articulated and detailed explanations and examples. Thank you so much for doing this video.

[@melissanacovitch1525]

Thank you so much for this video!!!! You are always so helpful!!!

[@fredminpin]

Learned basics of basic R/W deck / system tarot years ago, however just learning about oracle types, and would have loved to seen this video and learned from you/her in this format years ago. Wonderfully informative and well done video. Thanks 😊

[@artawhirler]

Good clear explanation! Thanks!

[@isabellamaclelland7326]

Excellent!!!!! This will be my “Go To” video when I get asked what’s the difference. Your explanation is spot on and perfect for even a Beginner to grasp.

[@bjflinn1]

Thank. I couldn't figure out the point of Oracle cards at at all and this definitely cleared that up. Still probably won't get a deck, but now I get why so many people do.

[@TylerWilliams-sm4sy]

as soon as i saw the wild unknown tarot deck in this video i felt that i needed to buy it, its so beautiful

[@WitchNTheWorking]

So informative, Thank you! I use the pagan tarot myself. I love its modern depictions!!

[@CosmeticPrincess15]

Great video! I sometimes use a 3 to 4 card draw of oracle to compare to my tarot spread for clarification or to expand on certain things when needed! Just a tip!

[@TheWolfSkye]

Holy crap, never been so early to a video. Hope you're having a good day Hearth 💜 Thanks for the info~

[@susysnakegirl]

I was never really drawn to the color scheme of the Rider Waite deck but I absolutely love my Radiant rider-waite!

[@StefanieRoyMusic]

After being an avid fan of tarot for years, I finally got my first oracle deck today. The Starseed Oracle! Rewatching your video for some extra know-how.

[@LeohrFAM]

How do you like that deck? I have it in my cart

[@LoftyOasis]

thank you for making this video, it was very informative and helpful! 😊

[@maplemae777]

Always wondered the difference between the two decks. Thank you for sharing your knowledge. Love all of your content!

[@ravenastriel6419]

Blessed be Lady Hearth. Love and light to thee. I like the tarot, I used to have an Aquarian deck. My favorite is runes, which I still use, got a set (or an ait) of amethyst runes that I almost always use. I dunno if that's relevant, but it's what I use. Thanks to Thorsson's Futhark book of runes. Anyway, blessed be. May Cerridwen smile upon you always friend. 😉✌️

[@amberlema2088]

Great information. Thank you 💜

[@RussetFox]

I backed an awesome looking oracle deck on kickstarter. I am mostly a tarot reader, but this one came across my feed and it resonated so much. It is quite a few decks in a system that can be combined or separated, but it goes full spectrum. It is wordy more so than imaginary, being a word and then a coordinating colored background. It is the Spread Machine System Deck which ended a couple weeks ago.

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I recently subbed. I have always been drawn into spiritual yet not religious.. flora and fauna, mystical and wondrous designs of the world. I love how you share your knowledge so freely, easy and understandable. I am a Green in my heart and soul..Recently I've wanted to learn about Tarot and such.. This has given me a much clearer understanding of the cards. THANK YOU!!❣❣❣

[@ruta2658]

Hey sweet. I accidentally got in to your channel as i was trying to remember the difference between tarot and oracle cards (You know, the head of an old witch, learn the new things in exchange to forgetting some old rusty ones. I guess my head just can't keep all that knowledge inside the conscious mind all the time :D). Anyways, I haven't seen any of your other videos, but I am really happy and (in a nice way)surprised with this one. It's explained very detailed and clear, which is what I like. The other things is that I LOVE your look. You stand out of all the other young and new-age witches with your naturally beautiful look. I really appreciate that and it straight away brings me more trust in you and quality of your knowledge for the future (when I'll forget some basic knowledge again). Keep going like this and we might meet somewhere again Ruta B.W

[@RosarioDiRubbo]

I have enjoyed so much this video it was really clearely explained. I personally think also that Tarot cards are the best and I have the Rider Waite deck too. I would like to add just one more thing, I know it could sound childish but, it comes straight from my heart, you are the most beautiful girl I have ever seen and I love the sound of your voice. You are a terrific human being!

[@-Ms.L]

Book that helped me learn in process:#1 Tarot Life-Paul Quinn and #2 Reading & understanding the mysteries of TAROT (hardcover/big print)-Staci Mendoza+David Bourne.

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Many thanks for another great video. Bright Blessings x

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That Wild Unknown deck is SO PRETTY!

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Hey @hearthwitch love your new video and the new intro

[@JustJane1972]

A really useful comparison. The ease of your explanation makes it easy to understand. Thank you.

[@dougarnold7955]

Sweet. Thanks. Great discussion!

[@rebeccasparrow5901]

Very interesting, I think I will stick with tarot cards. You expanded it really well

[@paulhart8814]

you just made my day, thank you

[@NiamhCreates]

Great video, Hearth! To add to this, there are also different types of tarot systems besides RWS (Rider-Waite-Smith). There's also Thoth and Marseilles. :-)

[@jrosie0240]

Thank you for this! As a witch that focuses mostly on healing I was very drawn to my white light Oracle, but I didn’t quite understand the difference between tarot and Oracle.

[@carolyngriffith9793]

Thank you for this explanation. I currently have a plant based oracle deck that I use for emotional self care and meditation. Because each links to a plant and it's magical use, I can focus on where that purpose would benefit the most in that moment. Often it highlights an area of growth or unresolved tension that I can focus on releasing or healing. I'm now interested in learning more about tarot and maybe adding that to my practice.

[@denisek7]

Would you mind to share the exact name of your plant oracle deck? :) Thank u~

[@carolyngriffith9793]

@@denisek7 it's the deck from The Illustrated Herbiary: Guidance and Rituals from 36 Bewitching Botanicals. It's nice because they also connect with the book which can help guide your practice with the herb.

[@socialmoth4974]

Thank you for this. I'm new at Tarot, but am familiar with the cards. I wanted to get proficient at it and accidentally bought Oracle cards. I'm not super into them, for the exact reasons you stated. They're mainly affirmations. I am going to go pick up a tarot deck.