FF009: Jean Chaboseau. Le Tarot. Essai d’interprétation selon les principes de l’hermétisme (Éditions Niclaus, Paris)

Jean Chaboseau. Le Tarot. Essai d’interprétation selon les principes de l’hermétisme

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 The book presents a unique perspective on Tarot symbolism, suggesting hermeticism as its foundation, which may be debatable. The author extends hermeticism to encompass various traditions, including Kabbalah, and claims it represents complete knowledge. However, this expansion and the association with total knowledge seem exaggerated.

While the author’s Tarot card interpretations draw from diverse traditions, the connections made are not always convincing, and the occultist influence is noticeable. The use of Ardha-Nari, unrelated to Tarot, is criticized, reflecting a misunderstanding of the symbol’s relevance.

The author’s intentions and understanding of referenced writings are unclear, raising doubts about the interpretations’ accuracy. Mr. Chaboseau’s attempt to redesign Tarot figures, like others before him, is seen as subjective, with traditional depictions likely retaining more authentic symbolism.

Tarot’s transmission is likened to folklore, where preserving original symbols is crucial, and individual innovations risk distorting the meaning. The author’s medieval style is preferred over other reinterpretations, but all changes are considered risky to the Tarot’s psychic influences and symbolic integrity. The text calls for caution in modifying traditional figures to maintain their intended impact.

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