There have been representations of the mysteries of ancient Egyptian temples tarot. Some scholars argue that this mancia born there, under the protection of Hermes Trismegistus. Others argue instead that originated in India or China, as beautiful cards have been found east of thousands of years old. There are Tarot based on Kabbalah, or the Celtic calendar. But undoubtedly, the town has always been linked to the mysteries of this practice has been the Roma.
He may confirm the theory of the origin of this mancia Hindu, as the Gypsies came to Europe around 1417 from India. In his eternal wandering, however, we know that used to cross Egypt. Nothing is safe, thousands of possibilities surrounding the origin of the tarot. It is known for certain that this town was free, happy and rebellious the first to bring the tarot to the West. The gypsy tarot fascinates Europeans so that shortly after his arrival as the Gypsies have a reputation for great fortuneteller.
Gypsies have been persecuted and often despised by his particular way of life, but the gypsy tarot has always aroused great interest. His wisdom, in line with the gypsy traditions, is eminently practical and oral transmission. There are no gypsy tarot treaties. Simply, the daughters and granddaughters have grown up watching their mothers and grandmothers to pull the cards. And each one has brought the knowledge of their own experience, in a chain of untold wealth. With the advent of the industrial revolution, the Roma were significantly reduced their chances of earning a living, and practice of tarot intensified. It was a time somewhat obscure for the gypsy tarot, because not everyone had the necessary knowledge and training. Today, however, the Roma have returned to the splendor of its tradition fortuneteller, who says that only the best can practice. Today, gypsy tarot is back in the hands of those wise women called “tarot card” the cards, and treat them as a member of the family. With the confidence of a direct and daily contact teaches more than any book. And that ensures that the letters, knowing heard and respected, who will offer advice and consult these predictions more valuable to their present and future.