The Healing Realm

Most people don’t realize that oracle and tarot cards are tools that are used for guidance, self-reflection, and personal growth. According to the article, Oracle Cards: History and Use, an oracle card contains images with associated phrases or words. These cards can be laid out in various arrangements depending on what information is wanted. The imagery on the cards is often light-hearted and inspirational, eliminating the darker mood that some Tarot decks have. Angels are a popular theme in oracle cards, and some decks even have heavily Christian overtones.

What’s the difference between Oracle Cards and Tarot Cards? Tarot has some pretty standard structures. A Tarot deck contains 78 cards, beginning with the cards of the Major Arcana. There are also numbered cards in each of four suits: Wands, Pentacles, Swords, and Cups. Although the artwork may vary depending on the deck, the symbolism in each card is nearly always the same. An oracle deck, on the other hand, has no set universal number of cards. There can be as many cards as the deck’s creator decides are needed.

The article, What Is The Difference Between Tarot, Oracle Cards, and Angel Cards? gives a more detailed explanation on Tarot, Oracle, and Angel Cards. According to this article, Angel Cards can either come in the format of Tarot cards or as Oracle cards. Typically, with Angel Card decks, each card comes with a specific message. The focus of Angel cards is to provide gentle guidance from the spiritual world, especially from the angelic realm. Angel Card decks don’t all center on Angels, as decks can incorporate Ascended Masters, Archangels or any group considered spiritually evolved on the same level as Angels.

In my experience, many people are afraid of Oracle Card readings, just as many are afraid of energy medicine and sound therapy. Why? Most of us have been taught—or I prefer to say programmed—to believe these things are evil, the work of the devil, or are sinful. I was taught by my church that card readings are the work of the devil. Since I do energy work and Oracle Card readings, I have obviously changed my beliefs. Now I do my own thinking, follow my intuitive feelings, and trust myself rather than the said “authorities.” The bottom line is most people were indoctrinated to believe card readings, mediumship, and energy work is dangerous and of the occult (relating to magical powers), and if we’re told that enough times, we believe it. I remind you that it was the chief propagandist for the Nazi Party, Joseph Goebbels, who said, “If you repeat a lie often enough, people will believe it, and you will even come to believe it yourself.”

Let’s explore the question: Are Oracle Card readings bad? According to the article, Are Oracle Cards A Sin? Examining The Beliefs And Controversy Surrounding Oracle Card Usage, whether using oracle cards is wrong depends on the specific beliefs and doctrines of the religion. In some religions, such as Christianity and Islam, divination practices, including the use of oracle cards, are generally considered sinful and is forbidden. However, interpretations of religious teachings can vary among different denominations and individuals, so some may have more liberal or open-minded views on the matter. Some religious and spiritual traditions embrace divination and view the use of oracle cards as an authentic means of seeking guidance or connecting with higher powers. It is important for individuals to explore and understand their own religious beliefs.

Could using oracle cards harm us? According to the article, The Controversy Of Angel Oracle Cards: Are They Harmful Or Beneficial? potential risks include becoming overly dependent on the cards for guidance, misunderstanding or misinterpretation of the messages, becoming obsessed or addicted to using oracle cards, as some individuals become excessively reliant on the cards and feel the need to consult them for every decision they make, and the risk of encountering fraudulent or inaccurate oracle card readers. We all know that some card readers are out to make a quick buck. It is important to do your own thinking, follow your intuition and trust yourself. If you feel ill at ease with someone, stay away from them. Always follow what resonates with you.

Can you attract negative energy or bad luck using oracle cards? According to, Can You Attract Negative Energy With Oracle And Tarot Cards? The Truth Revealed, it is important to remember Oracle and Tarot Cards are tools that are used for guidance, self-reflection, and personal growth. Like any tool, they can be influenced by the intentions and energy of the person using them. While the cards themselves do not attract negative energy, they can potentially tap into the energy and intentions of the person using them. Like I’ve said before, it is important to do your own research and thinking, follow your intuition and trust it. If you feel ill at ease with someone, run.

Listen to the video ‘Oracle/Tarot cards dangerous?’ You might be surprised!’ Her explanation about using Oracle, Tarot or Angel cards is sound.

The article, A Beginner’s Guide to Understanding What Are Oracle Cards? is a pretty good source of information. I personally have been working with Oracle Cards and Angel Cards since retiring from teaching (8 years). It has helped me personally on my healing journey and I am always amazed how often someone I am reading validates what the cards are saying. Give it a try. If something resonates with you, it is probably a message for you. If it doesn’t resonate, forget about it. Remember, it is just one of many tools for guidance, self-reflection, and personal growth.