The Sibyls Oraculum Cards Destiny Books

A divination system inspired by the Libyan Sibyls, African prophetesses of the classical world. Includes 44 full-color cards in Latin and English with a comprehensive guide. Detailed instructions on how to consult the oracle, detailing the meaning of each card and the symbolic language represented by its images. Designed to directly address the spiritual lessons underlying the seeker's inquiry and to facilitate self-examination and decision-making. The cards feature colorful paintings taken from Libyan mosaics, popular among the Roman elite in the 1st century BC. The Oracle of the Black Doves is a divination system inspired by the Libyan Sibyls, African prophetesses of the classical world. According to the Greek historian Herodotus, two black doves flew out of the city of Vaset (Thebes) and founded the Siwa Oasis Oracle in Libya and the first oracle in Greece at Dodona. These powerful sibyls were consulted by all levels of Greek and later Roman society. Created by tarot reader Tayannah Lee McQuillar, this modern oracle honors the often forgotten African founders of the Sibylline tradition. Drawing on African and classical traditions, it features colorful illustrations by artist Katelan V. Foisy, who created card art in a style reminiscent of the Libyan mosaics popular in the 1st century BC. In the accompanying guide, McQuillar details how to consult the oracle, providing detailed writings on the meaning of each of the 44 cards and the symbolic language of each card’s imagery. She demonstrates that there is only one correct way to phrase a question to the oracle, making it nearly impossible to receive a vague or biased answer. Designed to directly address the spiritual lessons underlying the seeker’s inquiry, the oracle facilitates self-examination and decision-making, helping the seeker increase their chances of success and choose the best possible future by broadening their perspective on the situation. The author also covers the history of sibyls in the ancient world and explores the continuing sibyl traditions in North Africa today.

• The deck consists of: 44 cards, 160-page book (English)
  
• Dimensions: 16.5 x 23.2 cm (6.5" x 9.13").
• Deck weight: 430 g. (approx.)
• Plastic-coated paper cards.
• New, sealed. Printed in China.
• 100% original Destiny Books product.