“The demons were the inventors of astrology, soothsaying, divination.oracles, necromancy, the arts of magic, and whatever evil practices men exercise in addition to those things” (Lactantius). The early church was very aware of the origin of occultism. We are told they taught humanity the use of charms, enchantments, mind-altering drugs, astrology, and various means of foretelling the future by the various elements of nature - a classical pagan practice. The Book of Enoch, a non-canonical writing quoted in the New Testament, tells us the origin of much that we associate with occultism is found in those very same fallen angels themselves. That is, biblically speaking, through communication with fallen angels - demons. In the context of occult societies practicing Satanism, witchcraft, ritual magic, etc., when we use the word occult, we mean an attempt to gain knowledge of the spirit world, and/or power, by means of contact with the supposed spirits of the dead, pagan “deities,” and ancestors. The word “occult” is derived from the Latin occultus, which means to conceal, or hide, secret things.
And yet, in almost every major city in this country, you will absolutely find occult societies and groups. Whatever comes to mind, it usually never occurs to us that occultism may indeed be right in our own neighborhood.
Or maybe you have a mental picture of a group of teens gathered around a Ouija board, hoping to make contact with a dead relative. What comes to mind when you think of the occult? Perhaps it is black-robed and hooded evil minions, chanting in some strange language, in an attempt to invoke Satan. Scripture is filled with admonitions and commandments forbidding all sorts of occult methodologies. New Age conferences and even local town festivals frequently feature a tarot card reader who, for a modest fee, will give you insight into your love life, finances, family problems, potential spouse, or any other questions you might have to ask. The main use of tarot cards is for divination purposes. One of the more popular tarot decks was created by Aleister Crowley and is known as the Thoth deck, drawing on Egyptian symbolism. The Minor Arcana: Cards in this part include the King, the Queen, the Knight, the Page, Cups, Rods, Swords, and Pentacles.The Major Arcana: Cards in this part include the Emperor, the Empress, The High Priestess, The Magician, The Hierophant, The Hermit, Temperance, The Tower, The Chariot, Strength, Justice, The Lovers, The Moon, The Star, The Sun, The World, Wheel of Fortune, The Hanged Man, The Devil, Death, The Fool, and Judgment.These occult decks consist of 78 cards divided into two “arcana.” These and the cards specific to them are: The first tarot deck that we know for certain was designed specifically for occult purposes was created in 1789. The rules of the games played were recorded by Marziano da Tortona, sometime before 1425. Tarot cards are really a deck of playing cards used to play various games, dating back to 15 th-century Europe. So, what should you know about tarot cards? Are tarot cards evil? Should Christians use them? What are Tarot Cards? Some people buy them out of a sense of curiosity, while others are deeply involved in various occult systems and utilize them to gain insights into their lives and even their futures.
Tarot cards are readily available at many retail outlets and all over the internet.
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