The Arcana of Astrology by vs. Heavenly Bodies Astrology Deck | A Side-by-Side Comparison

In this video we take a look at the Arcana of Astrology by Claire Goodchild and the Heavenly Bodies Astrology Deck by Lily Ashwell and do a side-by-side comparison of the two.
This video is a viewer request to point out the differences between the two beginner astrology decks. Also, seeing them together can help making a purchasing decision easier.
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[@joelleleonard]

Thank you for this lovely and thorough review of these 2 wonderful astrology decks 🤗🙏I'm usually less drawn to a slightly romantic, dreamy art style and take, but as an artist myself, I appreciate Lily's art a lot and am in total awe of the love she poured into creating this absolutely gorgeous deck and guidebook. The fonts used in her book match that romantic, dreamy touch, but they can be a little bit harder to read at times eventually compared to the more modern fonts used in Claire's book. Claire's cards showing photos of our sun, the moon phases, planets, zodiac constellations, asteroids might allow for a more direct visual connection to them and memorising their image so they're easier to recognise when seeing them elsewhere. Both sets seem to be absolutely fantastic learning tools to dip your toes into astrology. I'm actually torn between the two 😅So ... Order them both ? 🥰😁✨

[@phoebecasin]

First Joie de Vivre and Paulina and then Mystical Moments and Dreamkeepers! And now this! You’re the best, Bonnie! 🤍🤍🤍

[@oldsoulmermaid1543]

Thank you, Phoebe! I hope it helps make decision making easier!

[@phoebecasin]

@@oldsoulmermaid1543 Oh the moment you unboxed the Heavenly Bodies Astrology deck, I was sold!!! ✨ Always loved your side-by-side videos! Am getting the Paulina Tarot, too! 🥰

[@angelwitch1980]

I was about to get the arcana astrology but something was holding me back. I was hoping for a new release and had no idea, till I watch your review for heavenly bodies, then bam! Instant purchase! In my opinion is that aspects and nodes and elements and groups are more important than asteroids and moon phases since we have a moon deck. Also heavenly bodies is more oracle-y and arcana of astrology more learning type. So for me heavenly bodies is an absolute winner! Can't wait to have it in my hands! Love and light from Greece! ❤️

[@oldsoulmermaid1543]

Yay! I’m so happy to have helped! That’s why I did the video...to help people who were on the fence between the two decks. I’m pretty much an absolute beginner, so I’m glad I have both.

[@tarotnurse8672]

Thank you, Bonnie! I ordered the Heavenly Bodies AD right after I saw your video from last week. I am contemplating the Arcana of Astrology, as well...🤔

[@oldsoulmermaid1543]

Well, the good thing is that they each have some elements that the other lacks, so you wouldn’t be buying an exact copy. And they are very different, as far as the art. I’m glad I have both. Maybe after working with the deck for a bit, you may feel you don’t need another. Or...maybe that you do 😉!

[@Rose24681]

thank you for this awesome comparison❣️

[@Saturnarium]

Oh thank you so much for this, Bonnie!! As you know I am searching for the perfect astrology deck so this is super helpful... I did see your other videos as well and this is helping me immensely as I am figuring out what I want from such decks, what works and what doesn't work. Your channel is my go to channel when I need to decide what to get! Thank you!!

[@oldsoulmermaid1543]

Oh, good! I had a feeling that showing the 2 decks together would be helpful for showing the differences between the decks. Let me know what you decide!

[@themoonchariot]

Great comparison, Bonnie 🙏🏻😊 FYI, I had the cutest little pet rat named Miss Bonnie Rue. We also called her Bonnie Boo, BonBon Rue, or just Miss Rue. She came to me as a rescue, and I had her for about two years (unfortunately, they don't live very long). She was a remarkable little creature with a huge heart. I miss her so much, but every time I watch one of your videos, I think of her, and that makes me happy 🐁💞

[@oldsoulmermaid1543]

Awww...I’m so glad! My best friend in 6th grade coined the nickname “Bonbon” for me and it has been my nickname ever since! My husband even calls me that 🥰!

[@themoonchariot]

@@oldsoulmermaid1543 It’s a good name 💗

[@SN-sz7kw]

Love them both. I actually like a more minimal look, but the other looks like a great learner deck. 🤔🤔🤔 Thanks for this. 💗

[@secretsfromthegarden]

Thank you so much for this video ; )

[@oldsoulmermaid1543]

You are welcome 🙏! Thank you for taking the time to watch!

[@lauramayfair7887]

What a great comparison. I think these are both excellent decks with a lot of depth. Those books are insightful and full of action items, which I really appreciate. I am so in love with the artwork on the Heavenly Bodies Astrology deck. I keep noticing new details every time I look at them. Such a dreamy, mystical deck. Very much my aesthetic.

[@oldsoulmermaid1543]

I’ve been working with the Arcana of Astrology this month and have really enjoyed it. Now I’m itching to work with Heavenly Bodies because the images do speak to me more. It may not be fair to compare, but I can’t help it, but this deck reminds me of her mother’s designs. You know what they say...the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree...and all that.

[@dragorsi]

Since that walkthrough I came across os many people who bought the Heavenly Bodies because of it, me included :D Thank you for this comparison!

[@oldsoulmermaid1543]

You are welcome! That’s why I did the video...I thought it would be useful in making a purchasing decision between the 2 decks!

[@BecTarot]

Helpful! Thank you! :)

[@oldsoulmermaid1543]

Yay 😁! I’m so glad! Thank you for watching.

[@nomadicjosh]

I ordered quite a few decks these past two days including these two astrology decks. Looking forward to working with both of them.

[@oldsoulmermaid1543]

Oh, wow! I think you will really enjoy working with these two astrology decks...very different aesthetic, but both very user friendly!

[@skystar3453]

The Heavenly Bodies Astrology is so gorgeous!

[@oldsoulmermaid1543]

It is! But is also has great energy!

[@itsntok6071]

i’d love to see someone genuinely reading with the heavenly bodies deck

[@oldsoulmermaid1543]

That will definitely be coming up in the future!

[@thomascaffery8951]

i wished you had read both south nodes in each set

[@RetroXRicardo]

I reviewed both of these separately on my channel. You should check out how many Astrology decks actually exist out there. There are tons!

[@oldsoulmermaid1543]

Oh, I know! I’ve reviewed a few of them on my channel! I’ve also reviewed these 2 decks separately.

[@mysticrosetarot888]

Hello.. I just came across your review of these two decks. I was on the fence about Claire’s astrology deck for a while. Something wasn’t fully reeling me in, then I saw the Heavenly Bodies Astrology deck on a whim and that’s when the AHA! moment hit. Heavenly Bodies has a intuitive feel that I can easily connect with while the “ Arcane” is a bit more literal and direct. I feel with the HB I can easily merge this deck with some of my other decks for deeper insights with my clients. Which do you prefer? 🌹✨🕯

[@oldsoulmermaid1543]

I love both for their differences, but if I had to only choose one, I would choose the Heavenly Bodies deck. The writing in the book, the way the information is delivered, the art…the softness of the deck speaks to me. But…I’m a Pisces girl with a lot of water in her chart 😉!

[@mysticrosetarot888]

@@oldsoulmermaid1543 Thank you for your reply! I just subscribed. What’s interesting with the HB is Lily is an Aries so to experience such an intuitive deck from a fire sign goes to show her connection to perhaps some water influences in her chart. I believe she shares her chart in the guidebook.

[@oldsoulmermaid1543]

Oh, absolutely! It goes to show that a person’s sun sign is just one part of the complex recipe that makes up an individual. Thank you for subscribing 🙏🥰!

[@elcieloylasestrellas2367]

I just started studying astrology formally for a whole year and I want a deck to help in my quest. If you can choose one or two astrology deck which would you you choose? Thanks! Loved this video comparison you did.

[@oldsoulmermaid1543]

Thank you! Well, if I could choose two, these would be the two. If I could choose one, that really would depend on the aesthetic you prefer. If you like colorful, minimalist art with a “to-the-point” book, I would choose the Arcana of Astrology. If you like dreamy and ethereal, I would choose Heavenly Bodies. Also, Heavenly Bodies also contains keywords on the cards to help you out, which I like. You can’t go wrong with either of these decks. I hope this helps!

[@elcieloylasestrellas2367]

@@oldsoulmermaid1543 oh wow thanks so much for your reply what a great reply. I will order the Heavenly Bodies I loved it. Thanks again!

[@oldsoulmermaid1543]

You are welcome 🙏!

[@goldenartnouveau6104]

I also recomand Astrology Reading cards

[@oldsoulmermaid1543]

Yesss! I have that deck as well and it is wonderful! I believe I showed that deck in one of my earlier videos last year. There are so many good astrology decks out there, but I have to say...the Heavenly Bodies is totally my aesthetic!

[@ladyclaue]

a lot of people prefer the heavenly bodies here but as someone who knows basic astrology and greek/roman myths i get put off by heavenly bodies. why is there a butterfly in mercury? why is there an owl in saturn.😫 why is jupiter so empty?

[@BASH_ANGEL]

The Black Moon Oracle is way more accurate and powerful than these two oracles combined.

[@oldsoulmermaid1543]

Oooo....I’m not familiar with that one! Thank you for the heads up!

[@ForeignScammer]

Horrible quality from black moon Oracle. Not worth it.