[.ca] Lakota Sweat Lodge Cards (ISBN 089281456X)

Oh, please! More wannabee new-age stuff.:
People see the author's name and assume the book/cards have some sort of legitimacy as representatyions of American Indian traditions. But this EXACTLY the sort of cultural misappropriation that we have been resisting for decades--the endless charade of "shamans," hucksters, new-age "culture vultures" and mysticism-disguised-as-Indianism (tarot with a feather on it!). Please, readers, understand that this is NOT a fair, accurate, useful, or even respectful representation of Lakota (or ANY Indian) traditions. Go read some Vine Deloria, jr. or James Treat instead.

Watch out, because these cards will hook you.:
My favorite tarot deck was the OSHO Zen Tarot, but the Sweat Lodge cards are much more powerful. These cards gave me an insight into a meditation and riutal that I should do. It was one to heal and calm. Well I couldn't figure out what it was about, but soon dicovered why I needed it. I highly recommend this deck.

The Best Tarot I Own:
This is one of the most powerful tarots I have ever worked with. Not only is it good for divination, but it also gives you positive affirmations, and even some ritual ideas for getting your own answers. If you are on a spiritual path that favors divination and self exploration this is a must have.

Great connection to 'maka ina' with lakota spiritual roots:
A good way to focus yourself and reconnect with the earth, nature and self. Anyone who has read 'Gift of Power' by Lame Deer will really appreciate this beautiful set. Not tarot or divine cards but cards of self discovery and insight. Also gives Lakota spiritual terms and ideas to a broad audience.I have been to and know several people on Pine Ridge and Standing Rock...I think these cards are an excellent way for people to discover themselves and maybe even connect and live the 'Lakol Wicohan'

Awakening:
I found this deck in a 80% off bin in a bookstore. How could I go wrong, as an avid tarot and card collector. I had never heard of the deck, but once i got home and opened it, i was in for a real awakening. I had absolutely no idea how intuitive these cards would be. They are a great tool for self reflection and growth, and come with an informative book, and beautifully illustrated. A great tool for anyone interested in spirituality, or self discovery. I am fortunate to have gotten them for such a deal, but with what I have learned from using them, I would consider then a great buy at full price.