In early Italian decks from the 15th century, the Fool was often drawn as a jester, wanderer, or vagabond — a character outside society’s rules. This gave the card a sense of freedom but also unpredic...

When most of us think of tarot, mystical readings and spiritual guidance come to mind. Yet the true origin of tarot is far more grounded—it began as a card game, not a tool for fortune-telling. Tarot ...