Every year on Halloween, a peculiar tradition takes place in the town of Salem, Massachusetts. Known as the "Witch on a Pole," this event attracts both locals and tourists from around the world. The history behind this tradition dates back to the infamous witch trials of the late 1600s, during which many innocent women were falsely accused of practicing witchcraft. The centerpiece of the event is a large wooden pole, erected in the heart of Salem's town square. Perched atop this pole is a life-size effigy of a witch, complete with a pointed hat and broomstick. The witch is dressed in traditional black attire, adorned with bats, spiders, and other spooky decorations.
Card number six, “Waxing-Crescent (moon) – Self -Love” is probably one of my favorite cards! Just look at her soft expression, hair full of flowers, as she gently hugs herself with absolute approval and self-acceptance. This process occurs organically and it makes sense that it would come right after “growth”. Can you feel how this deck is just dripping with resonance and deep correspondence?
You can use anything from crystals, oracle decks, runes, whatever floats your boat, but my preference is Tarot cards when I need a little or a lot of. Wolf Moon, Snow Moon, Worm Moon, Egg Moon, etc Admittedly, I am not fully-versed in understanding the history, correspondences, and energies associated with these naming conventions; however, I think the guide book that accompanies this deck does a nice job of concisely providing a base understanding, as well as messages and ideas to contemplate.
The witch is dressed in traditional black attire, adorned with bats, spiders, and other spooky decorations. As the sun sets on Halloween night, the town gathers around the pole for the main event. Spectators are dressed in their ghoulish best, with costumes ranging from witches and vampires to ghosts and zombies.
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Tarot of a Moon Garden delivers its arcane secrets on the wings of dragonflies, butterflies, angels, and fairies. Unicorns and dolphins bring insightful messages from far-way lands. This luminous deck weaves together traditional tarot symbolism, elemental magic, and the reflective phases of the moon. Tarot of the Moon Garden follows the traditional four suits of tarot with dragonflies forming the hilt of the suit of swords. Dragons indicate areas for transformation and warn of temptation. Let the lunar energy of the Moon Garden inspire you as you explore the places your imagination with lead you. Booklet by Laura E. Clarkson includes upright and reversed meanings.
Paintings by fantasy artist Karen Marie Sweikhardt.
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At first, I wasn't sure I was going to like this deck, but it seemed to just kind of "grow" on me as I began to use it more in Tarot readings -- and clients requested this deck a lot for readings. It's actually a very delightful and charming deck of tarot cards. Each of the cards depicts a night scene, with the exception of the Sun Card, which shows a bright and glorious sunny morning. Some readers dislike this deck because they feel that it's too "cute," however, I think of it more as being a "magical fairyland" type of deck. It is a fun and enchanting deck to read with, once you become accustomed to it. There are no frightening images in this deck, so it's a good choice for the beginning young reader or anyone else that either wants to read the cards or get a reading but is hesitant about the traditional images of most decks. Tarot of a Moon Garden reduces any "harshness" that may be found in some decks.
You'll find delightful images such as flowers, castles, fairies, dolphins, and hot air balloons. Artist Marie Sweikhardt works with the idea that the moon is an enchanted place with whimsical creatures, lush jungles, mysterious caverns, and exotic flowers -- like a lunar Garden of Eden.
It is a soft and gentle deck that follows the Rider-Waite tradition and symbolism but in a much calmer way. It's a deck suitable for reading for or about children as well. Although not the deck for everyone, it's certainly a welcome change for a few moments of escape into an enchanted land of childhood magic. When the mood is whimsical, this can be a very nice deck to turn to. In August 2007, Tarot of Moon Garden was reintroduced and is once again available. So if you missed it during a time of being out-of-print, it's available again.
-- Velvet Angel, on Tarot Wisdom Readings
This imaginative deck weaves traditional images with mythic expression and elemental magic into a 78-card deck full of inspiration and insight. Beautifully illustrated by Karen Marie Sweikhardt this whimsical, full-color deck depicts an enchanted garden with exotic flowers, castles, and hot air balloons. The first thing that grabbed my attention was the colors and dreamlike images and it was a real pleasure to work with. The card stock is terrific and shuffles very easily and the image on the backs are not only reversible but intricate and pleasing to the eye.
The Major Arcana are stunning to look, at depicting fairies, dragons, butterflies and unicorns and even the moon herself makes an appearance in several of the cards. The Minor Arcana have dragonflies for the hilts of the Swords suit, mystical trees in the Staffs suit, there are butterflies, ferns and other foliage in the Cups suit and the Pentacles suit with it's large pentacle orbs floating across it's images. This deck is a delight to look at and definitely a joy to work with and makes a terrific deck for both beginner and experienced alike.
-- Liz Christy, on Lizzie's Logic
The Tarot of a Moon Garden deck was my 8 year-old son's first deck, given to him on his 6th birthday. The cards have been described as very feminine and romantic but we find them, instead, very gentle and magical. It is the perfect first deck for any young witch or wizard or of course for those young at heart.
The cards are easy to read and are filled with beautiful images and great detail. From the moment they're taken out of the box they seem to exude a kind of soft, magical transcendence. For a young reader they're just the thing to open the mind and senses to the "elsewhere".
Reading these cards or having them read for you, transports you to a gentler, more magical time. Every card in the deck, major and minor Arcana alike, brings one closer to a more innocent yet mysterious way of being. Even the death and devil cards are done in such a way as to adhere to the old standards (which I much prefer) and yet convey the message in a gentle, non-frightening way.
One would be hard put to find a better deck for the up and coming spiritual generation. Indeed, my number one recommendation for a child's first set of tarot cards would have to be the Tarot of a Moon Garden.
-- Winter, on Aeclectic Tarot
The moon is an enchanted place with whimsical creatures, mysterious caverns, lush jungles and exotic flowers. Sweikhardt weaves the traditional tarot symbolism into her images of a lunar Garden of Eden where there are dragonflies, butterflies, dolphins, dragons and unicorns around every corner. The inspiration card states Welcome to a Realm Where Myth and Magic are the Reality.
Journey into the Moon Garden and reflect on the phases of the lunar energy. It is a very bright, bold, and colorful deck taking you to a time of magic as it weaves traditional tarot symbolism, mythic expression and elemental magic. A tapestry for you to discover. As Sweikhardt states she started this as a poem, Moon Garden, and from there it blossomed into this wonderful fanciful enchanted deck.
It will soon be, if it is not already, a collector’s item, one you will want for your own collection, or just to have. Great for using and reading children, or for children to explore the Tarot.
-- Sally, on Aeclectic Tarot
My friend bought me a deck of cards as a gift. The deck was The Tarot of the Moon Garden. Immediately I felt soothed by its images of dancing fairies, protective dragons and lush gardens. Every card stirred feelings of hope and dreams achieved, even the cards associated with negative portents such as the Tower or the Devil. This deck is still my favorite and the ideal first set for anyone wishing to explore the mysteries of the Tarot. I find them deeply emotional, describing how events affect the questioner emotionally rather than detailing events. I feel these cards empathize with the questioner, place a comforting hand on their shoulder or join in with the cheers when all is well. They are a positive, gentle deck, eager to find positive results from the most negative events, but not give you a false hope, a false sense of security, keen to show events you'll face, keen to reassure you of their support.
They can be mischievous, I've never found any other deck with such personality, prone to mood swings if they're not treated right giving absolutely nothing to read, deathly silent especially if you query their advice. The fantasy beings depicted sum up perfectly these cards, encouraging the reader to dig deeper into a world of plenty, always offering encouragement. This is a set everyone should read at least once; they bring a rare innocent, childlike quality to an art often daunting when first practiced.
-- Niki, on Aeclectic Tarot
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The atmosphere is filled with excitement and anticipation as everyone eagerly awaits the culmination of the evening. At the stroke of midnight, a specially selected individual, known as the "Witch Master," ascends a ladder to the top of the pole. Carrying a torch, the Witch Master lights the effigy of the witch, igniting it in a burst of flames. As the fire engulfs the witch's figure, a chorus of cheers and applause fills the air. The burning witch is said to symbolize the end of evil and the triumph of good over darkness. It is a powerful moment that resonates with both the history of the Salem witch trials and the spirit of Halloween. The Witch on a Pole event is not just a spectacle; it is also a reflection of the town's resilience and celebration of its unique history. It serves as a reminder of the importance of remembering the past while embracing the present. In recent years, the Witch on a Pole tradition has gained international recognition, attracting visitors from all corners of the globe. It has become a significant tourist attraction, adding to the festive ambiance and economic growth of the town. As the flames die down and the night comes to an end, the Witch on a Pole event leaves a lasting impression on all who witness it. It is a testament to the enduring spirit of Salem and its enduring fascination with witches, magic, and the world of the supernatural..
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