Osho's Zen Tarot

Illustrated by Susan Morgan and including comments based on her descriptions either, it's a 79-card deck: the 78 traditional ones like in all Tarot decks, and one more card related to transcendence, called Master and displaying Osho's figure.

Osho (1931-1990, Sagittarius) was one of the most provocative and inspiring spiritual teachers of the twentieth century. Known for his revolutionary contribution to the science of inner transformation, the influence of his teachings continues to grow, reaching seekers of all ages in virtually every country of the world. He talked to audiencies for more than 35 years, and was the author of many books, including Love, Freedom, Aloneness, The Book of Secrets, and Innocence, Knowledge, and Wonder.

Change

"The symbol in this card is an enormous wheel representing time, fate, karma. Galaxies spin around this constantly moving circle, and the twelve signs of the zodiac appear on its circumference. Just inside of the circumference are the eight trigrams of the I Ching, and even closer to the center are the four directions, each illuminated by the energy of lightning. The spinning triangle is at this moment pointed upward, toward the divine, and the Chinese symbol of yin and yang, male and female, creative and receptive, lies at the center. It has often been said that the only unchanging thing in the world is change itself. Life is continously changing, evolving, dying and being reborn. All opposites play a part in this vast circular pattern. If you cling to the edge of the wheel, you can get dizzy! Move toward the center of the cyclone and relax, knowing that this too will pass."

Awareness

"The veil of illusion, or maya, that has been keeping you from perceiving reality as it is, is starting to burn away. The fire is not the heated fire of passion, but the cool flame of awareness. As it burns the veil, the face of a very delicate and childlike buddah becomes visible. The awareness that is growing in you now is not the result of any conscious "doing" nor do you need to struggle to make something happen. Any sense you might have had that you've been groping in the dark is dissolving now, or will be dissolving soon. Let yourself settle, and remember that deep inside you are just a witness, eternally silent, aware and unchanged. A channel is now opening from the circumference of activity to that center of wi. It will help you to become detached, and a new awareness will lift the veil from your eyes."

The Rebel

"The powerful and authoritative figure in this card is clearly the master of his own destiny. On his shoulder is an emblem of the sun, and the torch he holds in his right hand, symbolizes the light of this hard-won truth. Whether he is rich or poor, the Rebel is really an emperor because he has broken the chains of society's repressive conditioning and opinions. He has formed himself by embracing all the colors of the rainbow, emerging from the dark and formless roots of his unconscious past and growing wings to fly into the sky. He's very way of being is rebellious -not because he's fighting against anybody or anything, but because he has discovered his own true nature and is determined to live in accordance to it. The eagle is his spirit animal, a messenger between earth and sky. The Rebel challenges us to be courageous enought to take responsability for who we are and to live our truth."

Courage

"This card shows a small wildflower that has met the challenge of the rocks and stones in its path to emerge to the light of day. Surrounded by an aura of bright golden light, it exposes the majesty of its tiny self. Unashamed, it is equal to the brightest sun. When we're faced to a very difficult situation we have a choice: we can either be ressentful, and try to find somebody or something to blame for the hardships, or we can face the challenge and grow. The flower shows us the way, as its passion for life leads it out of the darkness and into the light. There is no pointing in fighting against the challenges of life, or trying to avoid or deny them. They are there, and if the seed is to become the flower we must go through them. Be courageous enough to grow into the flower you're meant to be."

Rebirth

10 of Clouds. "This card depicts the evolution of consciousness as it is described by Friedrich Nietzsche in his book Thus Spoke Zarathustra. He speaks of the three levels of Camel, Lion and Child. The Camel is sleepy, dull, auto-satisfied. He lives in delusion, thinking he's a mountain peak, but really he's so concerned with others' opinions that he hardly has any energy of his own. Emerging from the camel is the lion. When we realize we've been missing life, we start saying no to the demands of others. We move out of the crowd, alone and proud, roaring our truth. But this is not the end. Finally the child emerges, neither acquiescent nor rebellious, but innocent and spontaneous and true to his own being. Whatever the space you're in right now -sleepy and depressed, or roaring and rebellious- be aware that it will evolve into something new if you allow it. It is a time of growth and change.

Maturity

Ace of Rainbow. "This figure stands alone, silent and yet alert. The inner being is filled with flowers -that carry the quality of springtime and regenerate wherever he goes. This inner flowering and the wholeness that he feels affords the possibility of unlimited movement. He can move in any direction -within and out it makes no difference as his joy and maturity cannot be diminished by externals. He has come to a time of centeredness and expansiveness -the white glow around the figure is his protection and his light. All of life's experiences have brought him to this time of perception. When you get this card, know well this moment carries a gift -for hard work well done. Your base is solid now and success and good fortune are yours for they're the outcome of what has already been experienced within."

Traveling

8 of Fire. "The tiny figure moving on the path through this beautiful landscape is not concerned about the goal. He or she knows that the journey is the goal, the pilgrimage itself is the sacred place. Each step in the path is important in itself. When this card appears in a reading, it indicates a time of movement and change. It may be a physical movement from one place to the next, or an inner movement from one way of being to another. But whatever the case, this card promises that the going will be easy and will bring a sense of adventure and growth; there is no need to struggle or plan too much. The Traveling card also reminds us to accept and embrace the new, just as when we travel to another country with a different culture and environment than the one we're accustomed to. This attitude of openess and acceptance invites new friends and experiences into our lives."