Like most companion guides, the book describes each card in detail and then shares keywords for the upright and reversed meanings. This book really shines in the descriptions, though. This is not boring boilerplate. The author includes a description of the animal and plant life illustrated on each card and is adept at wrapping together the tarot card meanings, stories, symbols, and emotions.

On the 9 of Athames, I like that the artist hasn’t positioned the swords above the lady. Their position above the window highlights that her fears, worries, and/or negative thoughts are linked more to how she’s seeing things rather than to her actual “reality”. Therefore we are reminded we can choose to see how we are seeing things in a new light. The illustrations are beautiful and the symbols, meanings, and images are clear on (almost) every single card. In green witchcraft, the green color is often associated with the element of earth, which represents stability, grounding, and practicality. Working with the energy of the color green can help us connect with the earth element and seek guidance from the natural world. The Green Witch Tarot encourages us to cultivate a strong connection to the earth and to draw upon its energy in our spiritual practice. Other sections you can take or leave dependent upon your beliefs. For example, I’m not intentionally splashing water on my cards to consecrate them. But that doesn’t mean I readily dismiss other suggestions. I enjoy reading about other’s approaches, practices and beliefs. I take an eclectic approach to tarot so I believe there is much to be gained in learning about how other’s view and work with the cards. I integrate what I connect with and leave the rest. My own practices and personal rituals have changed considerably over the years which I don’t find surprising since I’m definitely not the same person I was nearly 25 years ago. Therefore, I never discount anything out of hand. Some things I have felt a bit silly for trying felt completely natural once I did. Other things don’t gel at all and I accept that.The cards do not tell the future, they no control anything, and there is nothing scary about them. Their function is to provide a means for a reader to access the psychic intuition that is naturally present in all people but is more developed in some than others. The companion guide is well written, but very short. I’d have loved to have full descriptions of the reversed card meanings (instead of keywords) and correspondences.

If you love the fantasy type imagery or you love the Green Witch books or even lifestyle, then The Green Witch Tarot is the one for you. At the start of the book, you get some really lovely tips on grounding, centering, consecrating, and how to read the tarot. Now, this is what I call a real guide book! Animal Guides: Animals are also prominent in the Green Witch Tarot and are often depicted as spirit guides or messengers. Each animal has its own symbolic meaning and can provide valuable insights in a reading. For example, the owl represents wisdom and intuitive guidance, while the deer symbolizes sensitivity and gentleness. Green is often associated with nature, fertility, and growth. It is the color of the earth and the plants that sprout from it. In the Green Witch Tarot, the green color is used to symbolize the vital life force that flows through all living things. It represents the abundant energy and the magic that can be found in nature. One of the most common types of spells associated with The Green Witch Tarot is the spell for abundance and prosperity. This spell often involves using the cards to tap into the natural energies of the earth and to attract abundance into your life. For example, a simple spell may involve laying out the cards associated with abundance, such as the Ace of Pentacles or the Nine of Pentacles, and visualizing yourself surrounded by abundance and prosperity. This spell can be enhanced by incorporating herbs or crystals that are associated with abundance, such as cinnamon or citrine.The eco-friendly branch of paganism is witchcraft that uses only the earth’s bare feet. It combines elements of Celtic folklore, north European people tradition, people magic, people power, planet powers, the Wheel of the Year, as well as Pagan ideas. Number 13 for example, known as the ‘Death’ card is ‘The Lord of the Shadows’ and less of a scary card, signifying change. The Green Witchcraft approach to the tarot is based on a personal relationship with nature, earth magic, the elementals, and the power of the immanent Goddess and God in their many aspects, and to the faeries, spirits, and entities of the earth, otherworld, and underworld. The cards draw upon the season, sabbats, esbats, faerie lore, herbs, plants, animals, celestial energies, and the bounty of nature.”