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  • Intro to Tarot

    Star + Splendor 96 Congress Street, Troy, NY, United States

    Many of familiar with the Tarot as a classic divination method, but it's also an array of archetypal ideas and a key to universal wisdom. In this class, back by popular demand, we'll dive into the origins of the Tarot, learn the methodology, and explore the mystery of the cards, while learning to read them. In this class, you'll come away with a foundational understanding of the card meanings and order, and the ability to read a number of spreads. A traditional 78 card deck with the four suits of wands, cups, swords and pentacles/disks is required. Registered attendees will receive a 10% discount on any of the decks we carry in the shop. We have a number of traditional decks that are perfect for this class. Space is very limited, and pre-registration is required. Hope you can join us! Instructor: Ami Lahoff is the owner of STAR + SPLENDOR, and offers professional Tarot readings at the shop. As a student of the hermetic arts for over 25 years, Ami has a deep background in the Western Esoteric Tradition. Her study and practice includes, yoga and the Tantric tradition, Kabbalah, alchemy, Tarot and ceremonial magick. She is well-versed in many traditions, however, and holds the belief that ones spiritual practice can be an important part of their self care. She enjoys finding common ground with others and cheering them on along their own individual paths to truth and beauty.

    $25

  • Tarot Study Group – II. The High Priestess

    Star + Splendor 96 Congress Street, Troy, NY, United States

    Join Ami for a bi-weekly, in-depth exploration of the Tarot. We will discuss and work with each of the Trumps first, and then move through the court cards and the pips. We will approach each card from an historic and hermetic perspective and allow the meaning and doctrine of each to blossom and guide us in our future readings. Each group session will have components of an spoken teaching, examination of the art, a meditation or "active imagination" session, and discussion. This is a great group for both those who have been reading Tarot for a while and want to deepen their practice, and those who are new to Tarot and want to start from a strong foundation. This is an equally wonderful group for those interested in the archetypes, hermeticism and the Western Esoteric Tradition, as the Tarot will be explored as a key to this wisdom. $10 fee. Space is limited, so advanced registration is encouraged. Come to the ones you are interested in, or all of them! About Ami: As a student of the hermetic arts for over 25 years, Ami has a deep background in the Western Esoteric Tradition. Her study and practice includes, yoga and the Tantric tradition, Kabbalah, alchemy, Tarot and ceremonial magick. She is well-versed in many traditions, however, and holds the belief that ones spiritual practice can be an important part of their self care. She enjoys finding common ground with others and cheering them on along their own individual paths to truth and beauty. Current schedule through 2021: Aug 25:  O - The Fool Sep 8: I - The Magician/Magus Sep 22: II - The High Priestess Oct 6: III - The Empress  Oct 20: IV - The Emperor Nov 3: V - The Hierophant Nov 17: VI - The Lovers Dec 1: VII - The Chariot Dec 15: VIII - Adjustment/Justice Dec 29: IX - The Hermit

    $10

  • Tarot Study Group – Trump VIII: Adjustment/Justice

    Star + Splendor 96 Congress Street, Troy, NY, United States

    Join Ami for a bi-weekly, in-depth exploration of the Tarot. We will discuss and work with each of the Trumps first, and then move through the court cards and the pips. We will approach each card from an historic and hermetic perspective and allow the meaning and doctrine of each to blossom and guide us in our future readings. Each group session will have components of an spoken teaching, examination of the art, a meditation or “active imagination” session, and discussion.

    $10

  • Tarot Study Group – Trump IX: The Hermit

    Star + Splendor 96 Congress Street, Troy, NY, United States

    Join Ami for a bi-weekly, in-depth exploration of the Tarot. We will discuss and work with each of the Trumps first, and then move through the court cards and the pips. We will approach each card from an historic and hermetic perspective and allow the meaning and doctrine of each to blossom and guide us in our future readings. Each group session will have components of an spoken teaching, examination of the art, a meditation or “active imagination” session, and discussion.

    $10

  • Tarot Study Group: Atu XIII – Death

    Star + Splendor 96 Congress Street, Troy, NY, United States

    This week's card is Atu XIII: Death. Join Ami for a bi-weekly, in-depth exploration of the Tarot, as we discuss each of the trumps individually. We will approach each card from an historic and hermetic perspective and allow the meaning and doctrine of each to blossom and guide us in our future readings. Each group session will have components of a spoken teaching, examination of the art, a meditation or “active imagination” session, and discussion.

    $10

  • Tarot Study Group: Atu XIV – Art/Temperance

    Star + Splendor 96 Congress Street, Troy, NY, United States

    This week's card is Atu XIV: Art or Temperance. Join Ami for a bi-weekly, in-depth exploration of the Tarot, as we discuss each of the trumps individually. We will approach each card from an historic and hermetic perspective and allow the meaning and doctrine of each to blossom and guide us in our future readings. Each group session will have components of a spoken teaching, examination of the art, a meditation or “active imagination” session, and discussion.

    $10