I very much appreciated her writing, “That’s okay and totally normal – I felt that way too. I was glad to read in the guidebook that she understood that one could become overwhelmed when first beginning to work with the cards, especially if one has a very limited understanding of astrology. I say “a little” because I admit to my head spinning when I got into Nodes, Trine, and Sextile! However, the guidebook generously helped me to navigate the unknown and still find the answers I was seeking. This introduction made me feel a bit less intimated to begin working with the cards. She began with using the card Jupiter, and then illustrated what Jupiter in Aries meant, and then what Jupiter in Aries in the 7 th House meant. ![]() As she explains in the guidebook, “understanding the deck requires a general understanding of astrology.” 2 She proceeds to give a brief introduction to items such as the planets, zodiac, houses, and major aspects.Īs someone who becomes quickly lost when astrological discussions move beyond Sun signs, I appreciated how Lily builds upon concept upon concept to help me begin to better understand the workings of astrology. Lily recommends using the cards to learn astrology, decode planetary placements in one’s birth chart, and/or communicate with the angels. Her training at London’s Central Saint Martin’s College of Art and Design (inner back of book) is vividly demonstrated in the design of the cards, which combine symbolism and astrology to create meaningful works art on each card. Ashwell is both author and illustrator of the cards and book. “This deck and guidebook did not begin as something to be shared, let alone published, but as my own study tool, to deepen my understanding of the cosmos.” 1īingo – the box and its contents felt like I had come upon someone’s preciously stored items and private writings, something very personal written from the heart and soul. ![]() These feelings were confirmed when I read Lily’s description in the book’s Introduction: I felt as if someone had shared treasure with me, and I relished opening the book to read its content and then opening the deck to hold the cards as I would a new baby. I actually sat with these three pieces laid out on the table in front of me to soak in the craftsmanship that went into their creation. ![]() The contents of this box set are appropriately referred to as “treasures” on the box sleeve. I normally don’t gush over presentations and artwork, but this deck is truly a magnificent work of art. In her Introduction, Lily describes the importance of this quote in her journey, which brought the box to life. The back of the deck’s box has a quote by Rainer Maria Rilke, one of my favorite poets, while the inner lid of the deck’s box has a quote by William Blake. The smaller box within the keepsake box holds the deck, which also has a ribbon to be used to remove it from its holder. The intricate beauty put into the presentation of the deck and “little guidebook” conveyed to me that just as much care and love was put into the design of this deck. It even has a gold ribbon that can be used to gently remove the deck from the box with grace and ease! Illustrated in tones of pinks and grays, lace, and a full moon, the deck mesmerized me from the get-go. As I opened the inner cover of the box, I was greeted with a quote by Henry David Thoreau that instantly made me marvel at the idea that heaven is ever-present. The deck and guidebook came in a gorgeous keepsake box, which really made for a memorable deck unveiling. The presentation of this boxset is unlike any I’ve ever seen. But when Heavenly Bodies Astrology by Lily Ashwell arrived, I got chills. I have been reading different decks for almost 30 years (I started young!). Heavenly Bodies Astrology: Deck and Little Guidebook, by Lily AshwellĬICO Books, 1782499312, 51 cards, 144 pages, February 2021
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