On the minor arcana

[Nau7ik]

the Tree of Life really does provide a connective tissue, doesn't it?

I've never been drawn to study it myself, though.  The actual structure of it doesn't appeal to me in any way (the 3 Pillars etc).  But props to people who can utilise it.  Ra validates it as a perfectly equal system to utilise for the inner journey.

is there a set of minor arcana (a deck) that you find particularly appealing, on a personal level?

For a starting point, I'm just using the Ryder-Waite deck and Thoth as two distinct takes on it.

The Ryder-Waite is truly evocative and classic.  

For eg, this simple depiction of the Ace of Wands just carries an elegant and penetrative message.



like - unambiguous!

Right now my favorite deck is the Rider-Waite deck! It’s a classic for sure and personally I love the medieval imagery. It’s easier to understand the imagery and symbolism. The only problem is that Justice and Strength are switched in this deck, so that the creators could keep to their oath of secrecy. Those two cards are not mixed up in the Thoth deck though. Crowley’s symbolism can be puzzling.

For studying the archetypes as given by Ra, the Church of Light deck I like the best.

I drew a card very similar to that one the other day! The four of cups. A hand holding a cup in midair in front of a guy while he is sitting and contemplating. An opportunity was presented.