The Alchemy of Tarot: Ancient Influences and Modern Insights

Presented by Gary Gillam

Join us for an engaging journey through the mystical origins of Tarot as we trace its connections to ancient Hebrew Kabbalah and magical practices rooted in Astrology. Discover how early Mesopotamian and Egyptian systems merged to shape the Tarot we know today, with Astrology influencing card meanings and Kabbalah imbuing them with deep numerological significance. We'll look at the influence of Christian and Hermetic philosophies, trace Tarot's evolution through the Renaissance, and explore its culmination with the Golden Dawn in the 19th century. This engaging presentation will demystify magic, revealing how Tarot can be a powerful tool for personal growth by bridging the conscious and unconscious mind. Learn how to use Tarot spreads to connect with yourself and the cards in a dynamic, interactive experience.

About Gary Gillam:

Gary has dedicated over 50 years to exploring the Hermetic tradition, studying the Kabbalah, Astrology, and Tarot in their various forms. His passion for Tarot led him to teach Adult Education classes in Burnie, Tasmania. Additionally, Gary has a deep background in the Western Magical tradition, having been trained and initiated in the Servants of the Light, an offshoot of the Golden Dawn, after five years of rigorous study and training and at one time he was a ritual Magician. He expanded his horizons in 1995 by studying the Toltec tradition with a shaman in Mexico. Currently, Gary is engaged in an ongoing project—a comprehensive book on Tarot and Kabbalah.

Email: ggillam@gmail.com