The history of tarot cards

Tarot cards have a long and fascinating history. They are thought to have originated in Italy in the mid-15th century, and they have been used for divination, games, and self-reflection ever since.

The earliest tarot decks were used for a game called trionfi, which was similar to modern-day bridge. The cards were divided into two suits: the trumps, which were the most powerful cards in the game, and the suits, which were similar to the suits in a standard deck of playing cards.

In the 16th century, tarot cards began to be used for divination. This was likely due to the fact that the cards were already associated with symbolism and mysticism. The first book on tarot divination was published in 1533, and tarot readings quickly became popular throughout Europe.