Osho Zen Tarot Deck Review

Review of the Osho Zen Tarot: the Transcendental Game of Zen
Created by Ma Deva Padma
Published by St Martins Press
This is one of my favourite decks and has certainly become one of the tarot decks I find myself picking up the most. The illustrations are non-traditional and beautiful, and each card has an assigned keyword. The way in which this deck approaches the tarot as a reflection of the inner realm, and the way in which the artist has chosen to depict the 'negative' cards lends this deck well to healing and shadow work.
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I love this deck, and I hope this review proves useful! xx
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[@mojobrody]

You are hands down in my top tier of deck reviewers and it's a very small group! Your comments are in-depth, insightful, honest, funny, and engaging. Even if I don't plan on getting the deck I learn so much about your ideas and approach to Tarot and Oracle reading, collecting, and assessing. This also goes for other types of videos you make. I recently acquired a used Osho Zen deck very cheaply and was a bit befuddled by how to dive in, and considered passing it along. Your review really made me want to go for it! Thanks for your wonderful channel Katey! Love what you do here!

[@owlseyetarot]

By far, the BEST review of this deck. 💛 I just recieved mine yesterday, and this video has been increadably beneficial. Thank you. 🙏

[@LouValcourt]

This was one of my first decks I got back in the mid 90s. I think I gave it away at some point. Thanks for reintroducing me to an old friend. 😊

[@ruthsikorski5495]

Katey I so appreciate your perspective. 2 of swords is one of the reasons I ordered this deck today. I have had a hard time understanding it really. And this card's picture has bridged the gap for me. It is a feeling that is hard to put into words. I have no interest in Osho and would never be interested in a deck like this. However whoever this artist is these images reach me on a very soul level. I am looking forward to working with it.

[@pointing2themoon]

I agree with you completely about this deck. It took me a while to fully work with it , but once I did... I really felt that it "knew" me, which allowed me to go a little deeper. This is a deck I use for personal healing work, and it is quite honest with me ; ) I hadn't realized there was a glossary in the book LOL - I'm glad you shared that, I will check it out. Great review!

[@KateyFlowers]

A little review of one of my all time favourite decks. 😊

[@persephonel2117]

Okay! You convinced me! I officially love this deck! I hope to add it to my collection soon, it's lovely! I haven't seen a review of it before. I agree with you so much about that two of swords, or clouds in this case. So evocative. It reminds me of the depiction in the Spirit Speak Tarot which shows a girl walking a tight rope with storms and chaos beneath her, which is how I see the two of swords more so than the traditional imagery. It reminds me of that feeling of holding on for dear life in order not to fall into that place of darkness in the mind. There are days when I feel just like that person. I love how it draws these very personal struggles out of each of us in ways that allow us to understand ourselves. Thanks so much for sharing your experience! Great review and thank you for being so open and honest in your videos, it truly does help inspire others.

[@KateyFlowers]

+Indigo Moon I haven't seen much of the Spirit Speak, I might have to look into it. I do think it gives a wonderful and interesting spin on the more traditional imagery and meaning. I think the way the cards draw our those experiences and allow us to really 'see' them is where so much of the healing starts. Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts :) xx

[@ruthsikorski5495]

Speaking of this being a beginner deck, check out Lisa Papez review on this deck. It was her first deck she was trained on and she has a great review as well.

[@theveganheathen5685]

I had never thought of purchasing this deck before, due to fact that I never saw how it related to tarot. But I can see the symbolism now. Thank you for sharing this deck and clarifying it for me.its differently a consideration

[@KateyFlowers]

+Jodie Arentsen (Shadowfox) I think that is a big part of what stopped me from purchasing the deck as well. Had I not found it for $5 at Savers, I doubt I would have ever made the plunge. Like I said, I really don't think the beauty and depth of the deck translates well in pictures online. You'll have to let me know if you ever do decide to pick up a copy and what your experience is. :) xx

[@zhenya9302]

I wasn’t sure about this deck as a RWS reader. The Schizophrenia card stood out to me also as I looked it up, and your take on it hit me powerfully. Thank you for your wonderful and clear review; this deck no longer feels so hard or confusing to learn, and I look forward to adding it to my collection.

[@Wholelatteplans]

Fantastic review of this beloved deck!! It was my first tarot deck! I love it so much, and I'm glad you do too!!

[@KateyFlowers]

+Wild Moon Tarot Yus! It's amazing!

[@lorrianalee3833]

Thank you for this video! I was scared to buy this deck for the reasons you stated. I am only 2 years into learning tarot and just this year started to work more intuitively. I picked this deck up a couple of weeks ago and i enjoy it immensely! I agree, the artwork is stunning. The deck has its own presence which is quite friendly and agreeable. And the truth really comes out wonderfully in readings. Thank you so much.

[@LeticiaUPC]

Thank you, Katey. I've been trying to make my mind about this deck and I could not find any good video. but when you show the "devil", it really kicks.

[@mb4359]

Excellent review, have had this deck for years and found it to be too confusing. But not anymore, just pulled it out and will be my next tarot learning project. Thanks soooo much for this video!

[@marshahostetler]

I have to have this deck so just ordered it I feel this deck is very spiritual.

[@MaDevaPadma]

The Sacred She Tarot is a MUST!!!!!!❤

[@rootsofaurora]

Thank you! I absolutely loved your review. :) I often feel like I don't use this deck enough, and I don't even know why?! Maybe ´cause I'm a huge tarot nerd so my oracle decks and non-traditional decks get a bit forgotten... I got the Osho Zen Tarot many years ago, but was too young/immature to work with it back then when I was like 18. I think I can get so much more out of it now. I'm considering having it as a "deck of the week" or something, and really work it for a while... :) It's funny because this deck is supposed to be "so spiritual", but often it does such an amazing job capturing the struggles of everyday mundane life! I love that about it, how it kind of shows us that spirituality isn't just meditation and prayer, it's also how we approach our everyday life and the people we always have around it.

[@KateyFlowers]

+Ania Swedish Tarot Girl You're so right! I think its focus on mindfulness and awareness gives it a wonderful element of groundedness and realism. So great! :) xx

[@davilaleblanc5237]

I've had a wonderful time reading this deck for at least eight years. Well worth it. And I like the wisdom the deck shares.

[@JudyReadsCards]

YES to everything you said about this deck. I agree completely.

[@KateyFlowers]

+Judy Kerr Thank you, Judy! xx

[@vjladylux]

Hey Katey, Thanks for sharing your thoughts. Loved your review.. This deck has obviously come to you for a reason.. You were supposed to share it with many xo I first saw it on a retreat I did in Thailand and it recently kept popping into my mind. After seeing you're review I've ordered a deck. Can't wait to start using it. OSHO is an incredible soul and we are so lucky to have access to his teachings. Love the artwork too :) Peace and fairy dust love

[@devidasangiri3434]

It is a fantastic deck and you have explained it so so well!!! This deck is a wonderful guide and healing to the psyche.

[@missyrae2010]

I ordered the Osho Zen today and it should arrive in a couple of days :) Your review is the best of the few I've watched today! I've been reading tarot for quite some time and been collecting decks for about two years now. I have no idea WHY I waited so long to purchase this one. Maybe the time just wasn't "right" until now. Whatever the reason, I am so excited and can't wait to start working with this gorgeous deck. Your explanation of the Two of Clouds brought tears to my eyes - I know that feeling much too well too

[@KateyFlowers]

+Melissa Rader Hammitt Thank you, I'm so glad you got something out of my review. I hope you find it as healing and powerful as I have! xx

[@butterflymagicwithhottea9291]

This analysis is so very well done. Thank you.

[@weststartarot-Liz]

Thanks, Katey, great review. Have been thinking about buying this deck for awhile and you have helped me make the decision to do so.... I'm glad you addressed the schizophrenia card as it's become the center of controversy!

[@KateyFlowers]

I did do another video talking more specifically about that card. It's a great deck, despite the problematic card!

[@ileanamendez7583]

Insightful review 🌟❤ Thank you!

[@swarren369]

What a great review! Thank you for being so in depth, descriptive and concise =)

[@KateyFlowers]

Thanks, Samantha! I'm glad you found it useful!

[@SunshineDawn7]

Thank you Katey :-) I am very interested in this deck now :-) Blessings and stay safe !

[@Joshsd88]

Thank you for such a great review! I look forward to purchasing and using this deck.

[@MariaMelo-wz7wr]

Thank you so much for this informative video.

[@nataschadeboer6358]

I felt drawn for some time to this deck, but wasn't sure if it was for me as a beginning tarot reader. Just ordered (because it was cheap🤷‍♀️), I thought to take the chance. After ordering, I found your review. It has made me super excited to get this deck. Thanks for your wonderful, personal and knowledgeable review.

[@rolpfeiffermuller935]

Thanks sharing the outstanding and informative video of theTarot Cards and Acharya Baghwam Master OSHO.Endeavors and your website info is Impressive..Bliss

[@TheTruthinStory]

Love this, I went to buy it yesterday as a matter of fact but it is out of stock on Amazon O.o

[@KateyFlowers]

+The Truth in Story Oh no way! Ma Deva Padma is the same artist that did the Tao Oracle you have been using lately, as I'm sure you know! I do want to get that oracle too eventually! :) x

[@acarolc27]

Live this deck...getting one ASAP!

[@stoyanlds]

very nice review ! thanks a lot ! I love the Osho Zen cards

[@ultravioletpisces3666]

I am watching wild wild country on Netflix and I am only more interested in this deck...

[@46mieux]

My first oracle card deck. my favorite. Thank u~

[@onwa.beauty]

Thank you just got this deck ! I love it

[@indraSilentMoonImaginarium]

it is a fabulous deck

[@dra1861]

Thoughtful and balanced review.

[@barb_2535]

I just bought these cards, and i am new at reading tarot cards😊 Do they get read in reverse?

[@maheshnaidu2638]

How to use it!!!

[@nompoo3115]

Thank you for sharing your review

[@nompoo3115]

And thank you for sharing the imagery that had the most impact on you. I feel you

[@annreilly7617]

beautiful video ty for sharing hugs xx

[@divyajain6827]

Plz send d link of amazon to purchase original osho zen deck plz

[@rachwhiteley6296]

Hey Katey, a friend of mine passed away not long along and I was gifted these beautiful cards from her which I totally love and I’m drawn to but, without the book how do I go about finding out how to get the book so I can use these, thanks so much ❤️

[@elcieloylasestrellas2367]

Thanks for this great review! :)

[@anothersoulintheuniverse]

Great review! I just bought this deck and I'm sure I'm going to love it! I'm sort of a beginner in the tarot world, so my question is, that bonus card... Can it be left out for readings? Thanks!!

[@KateyFlowers]

Absolutely! I never use the Master card and, indeed, I haven't heard anyone say they do keep it in for readings! :D

[@anothersoulintheuniverse]

Thank you so much! I can't wait to do some readings

[@KateyFlowers]

Best of luck on your tarot journey! ❤️

[@anothersoulintheuniverse]

Thank you!! ^_^ Another question poped in my head while doing a reading.... Can the cards in this tarot be read reversed??

[@Ohkapi]

Hello Katey, I love Osho Zen Tarot Deck too. That Schizophrenia card means a lot for me at this moment too, the other book that tells longer stories of these card says we all are schizophrenia, it's the normal states, we had been taught to judge yet we change our mind so often we conflict all the times. We live in illusion yet we taught to believe treat this life so seriously.

[@cmt9875]

I loved this review!

[@dharmira1]

Loved the review!

[@mohimaaroy3194]

Are the original name of the cards given in the book, the ones that have been renamed?

[@VLoveCrystals]

pretty deck!