{"id":13976,"date":"2018-11-01T15:51:34","date_gmt":"2018-11-01T20:51:34","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/themagicalbuffet.com\/blog1\/?p=13976"},"modified":"2018-11-01T15:51:34","modified_gmt":"2018-11-01T20:51:34","slug":"santa-muerte-oracle","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/themagicalbuffet.com\/blog1\/?p=13976","title":{"rendered":"Santa Muerte Oracle"},"content":{"rendered":"

With tomorrow being Dia de Muertos it seems like the perfect time to talk about the \u201cSanta Muerte Oracle\u201d by Fabio Listrani (since according to R. Andrew Chesnut it\u2019s becoming a \u201cfeast day\u201d for Santa Muerte devotees<\/a>).<\/p>\n

There is a lot to unpack with this deck, and all of it is good. First, I must address the packaging. A solid box that the top pulls up from. Inside an actual booklet as opposed to those flimsy pamphlets you often get. Lastly, a ribbon to help you remove the cards from the box. All of these helps prevent wear and tear on the deck unlike the form fitting, thin cardboard sleeve style boxes that other decks have come in.<\/p>\n

$\"\"$ The artwork is striking. The deck contains 32 cards, divided into 4 parts: Emanation, Creation, Formation, and Action. Each part has its own style. There\u2019re more than just images of Santa Muerte, but also Dias de los Muertos imagery, and assorted deities. Did Listrani use this bold style in his previous deck \u201cThe Santa Muerte Tarot\u201d? Sadly, I missed out on that one, so I\u2019m unsure.<\/p>\n

Speaking of Listrani\u2019s previous deck, the book included with the \u201cSanta Muerte Oracle\u201d, implies this deck could be used in addition to the \u201cSanta Muerte Tarot\u201d. Since I just have the Oracle, let\u2019s focus on all the great ways you can use the deck!<\/p>\n

Like most decks, this one features a simple 3 card reading. Personally, with oracle decks I like to do a one card draw reading. Listrani mentions using the deck for an \u201cinspirational\u201d card. This is where you search the deck for a card that you feel represents an energy you feel you need. Then you can carry it on you as a reminder or talisman throughout the day or keep it in sight for the day. This inspired me to put one of the cards on my home altar. The last way you can use this deck is the best, because this:<\/p>\n

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Can become this:<\/p>\n

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The deck. Becomes. A Ouija board. Boom. Mic drop. We\u2019re done here.<\/p>\n

Learn more about this deck here.<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"