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The Hermitâs Cave
United Kingdom
Registrace 7. 03. 2016
A Pagan living in the city centre of Nottingham, England. I'm a lover of Tarot đ, Oracle, psychometry and and all things âdivinationâ!
On my channel I share my love of the Tarot, fountain pens, my spiritual practices, sacred spaces, and outdoor walks and visits.
Some favourite quotes
âIf you donât have any shadows, you are not standing in the light.â
âPoor is the man, whose pleasures depend on the permission of anotherâ ~ Madonna
âTreguna mekoides trecorum satis deeâ
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Live chats every Saturday at 7:00pm (UK time)
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To book a reading with me - www.thehermitscave.co.uk
If you are a deck creator and would like me to review your deck please email me at sibri@me.com
PLEASE NOTE: Out of respect for artists and their work, I will not review AI decks knowingly.
I do not monetise, however if you are inclined to show your appreciation - www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/11MHGLMRI3W5X?ref_=wl_share
Supernova Tarot ~ Iâm Unsure What To Make Of It!
Check out Oneness Emporium Here ~ onenessemporium.co.uk/
Please note: I received this deck and guidebook set from The Oneness Emporium for prospective review. Everything Iâve said here is sincere and accurately reflects my opinion of the deck.
Use HERMITS10 to receive 10% off when purchasing from Oneness Emporium.
Please note: I received this deck and guidebook set from The Oneness Emporium for prospective review. Everything Iâve said here is sincere and accurately reflects my opinion of the deck.
Use HERMITS10 to receive 10% off when purchasing from Oneness Emporium.
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Seasons of the Witch ~ Lammas!
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Check out the deck at Oneness Emporium here ~ onenessemporium.co.uk/ Please note: I received this deck and guidebook set from The Oneness Emporium for prospective review. Everything Iâve said here is sincere and accurately reflects my opinion of the deck. Use HERMITS10 to receive 10% off when purchasing from Oneness Emporium.
Earth Woman Tarot ~ I Really Wasnât Expecting This!
zhlĂ©dnutĂ 1,2KPĆed 21 hodinou
Check out the Oneness Emporium here ~ onenessemporium.co.uk/ Please note: I received this deck and guidebook set from The Oneness Emporium for prospective review. Everything Iâve said here is sincere and accurately reflects my opinion of the deck. Use HERMITS10 to receive 10% off when purchasing from Oneness Emporium.
The Great Goddess Oracle ~ by Lucy Cavendish
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Check out the deck at Oneness Emporium here ~ onenessemporium.co.uk/ Please note: I received this deck and guidebook set from The Oneness Emporium for prospective review. Everything Iâve said here is sincere and accurately reflects my opinion of the deck. Use HERMITS10 to receive 10% off when purchasing from Oneness Emporium.
Vlog: A Day in the Beautiful & Historic Lincoln!
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Vlog: A Day in the Beautiful & Historic Lincoln!
Secret Mirror Tarot ~ My First Impressions
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Check out the deck here ~ www.etsy.com/uk/listing/1723738250/ The colour version live on Kickstarter here ~ www.kickstarter.com/projects/1947352212/secret-mirror-tarot-colorful-edition?ref=cutfjg&token=60d90e0e
The Anatomy of Healing ~ LIVE NOW ON KICKSTARTER
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To see the Kickstarter campaign follow this link ~ www.kickstarter.com/projects/francieslar/the-anatomy-of-healing-oracle-deck-second-edition?ref=dz8c59 Please note: I received this deck and guidebook set from its publisher for prospective review. Everything Iâve said here is sincere and accurately reflects my opinion of the deck.
Jacob Jerger ~ Tarot de Besançon. Latest Deck by Artisan Tarot.
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To learn more about the deck click on the link here ~ artisantarot.com/blog/introducing-the-jacob-jerger-tarot-deck Please note: I received these decks from its publisher for prospective review. Everything Iâve said here is sincere and accurately reflects my opinion of the deck.
The Medieval Feathers Tarot ~ A 10 out of 10 deck!
zhlĂ©dnutĂ 1,3KPĆed 14 dny
Check out the deck here ~ onenessemporium.co.uk/ Please note: I received this deck and guidebook set from The Oneness Emporium for prospective review. Everything Iâve said here is sincere and accurately reflects my opinion of the deck. Use HERMITS10 to receive 10% off when purchasing from Oneness Emporium.
The Sherwood Oracle ~ A Deck Of My Home Town!
zhlĂ©dnutĂ 1,1KPĆed 14 dny
Check out Oneness Emporium here ~ onenessemporium.co.uk/ Please note: I received this deck and guidebook set from The Oneness Emporium for prospective review. Everything Iâve said here is sincere and accurately reflects my opinion of the deck. Use HERMITS10 to receive 10% off when purchasing from Oneness Emporium.
First Look at the Incredibly Beautiful Nebulas Mirror
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First Look at the Incredibly Beautiful Nebulas Mirror
Ghostbusters Tarot! ~ What a fun deck.
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Ghostbusters Tarot! ~ What a fun deck.
WeâMoon Tarot ~ A Celebration of 40 Years!
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WeâMoon Tarot ~ A Celebration of 40 Years!
The Way Seekers Tarot ~ Walkthrough and Impressions
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The Way Seekers Tarot ~ Walkthrough and Impressions
Lilifer Tarot ~ A Kind Gift From Sandra!
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Lilifer Tarot ~ A Kind Gift From Sandra!
Black Violet Tarot ~ Mass Market Edition. Walkthrough & Thoughts.
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Black Violet Tarot ~ Mass Market Edition. Walkthrough & Thoughts.
Mystic Palette Tarot ~ Colour & Muted Side by Side.
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Mystic Palette Tarot ~ Colour & Muted Side by Side.
Gjallarhorn Oracle ~ Another Beautiful Deck from Matt Hughes
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Gjallarhorn Oracle ~ Another Beautiful Deck from Matt Hughes
The Incredible Mother Mortâs Carnival of Souls Oracle
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The Incredible Mother Mortâs Carnival of Souls Oracle
Vlog: Knaresborough & Mother Shiptonâs Cave
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Vlog: Knaresborough & Mother Shiptonâs Cave
My Top 10 Oracle Decks - Of All Time!
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My Top 10 Oracle Decks - Of All Time!
Divine Circus ~ My thoughts on the new version of a Beloved Deck.
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Divine Circus ~ My thoughts on the new version of a Beloved Deck.
Vlog: Sandraâs Visit & A Trip to York.
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Vlog: Sandraâs Visit & A Trip to York.
Two Unexpected Cat Tarot Decks Arrived Today! Cat Folk Tarot & Cat Aura Tarot
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Two Unexpected Cat Tarot Decks Arrived Today! Cat Folk Tarot & Cat Aura Tarot
Wisdom of Pooh Tarot ~ Christopher Robin Box Set.
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Wisdom of Pooh Tarot ~ Christopher Robin Box Set.
Alice in Wonderland Oracle ~ A Stunningly Beautiful Deck
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Alice in Wonderland Oracle ~ A Stunningly Beautiful Deck
Self Source-ery Oracle ~ My Thoughts
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Self Source-ery Oracle ~ My Thoughts
We are the weirdos mister is from the Craft
I don't much care for iced coffee or latte. But can't get enough of Starbucks white chocolate latte iced coffee. So good
I love this deck. I have been using it for a month now, it's really whimsical and campy. Queer aesthetics at its best.â€
The energy of this space radiates even through the screen. And your new box for your deck and crystal is luscious. Great find!
Just a bog standard cuppa char
Hi Simon
Absolutely beautiful vlog! That Druid Temple is one of the places i dream to visit someday. And those are gorgeous crystals, love the Labradorite. ;) Thank you, as always.
This deck looks beautiful.I noticed it when it first appeared on the pre release listings as it immediately appealed. I also like the faceless images very much. Bit disappointed that so few of the images represented the older, crone aspects ..the only one that obviously depicted an older woman was ( predictably) the Hermit. Iâm now on the fence because of this and probably wonât buy it ( as Iâve already over spent on decks recently). But thanks for sharing it.
I find those editions a bit expensive. ÂŁ33.00, so I'm waiting for it to go on sale or reduce in price đ
Am really interested in this deck hope so longing for great video thanks Simon â€ïž
Glad you enjoyed it! đ
Thanks for the walk through. Definitely not for me.
No worries! đ
Great video! I just got my copy of the deck and did my unboxing alongside you on the video. My love for Pooh together with your lovely music and thoughtful comments made for an amazing first look of the deck experience. Thank you so much for making this video! Many blessings âš
@@TheCreatrixWay Aaw thatâs lovely. Enjoy your new deck đ
@@the_hermits_cave thank you đ
I was impressed with the majors and I liked the aces and the courts. Not sure about the minors, I feel like they missed some chances there. Very RWS cloned, and also a bit inconsistent with the art style.
I'm intrigued but so many images but honestly I'm not sure I can get past that Strength card. It just bothers me so much.
Very appealing! Different. Too flashy? Not sure.
That has really surprised me! Not the kind of deck I would usually go for *at all*, but it's gorgeous. Gives me real Powell and Pressburger vibes with the highly stylised takes on historical imagery. LOVE it! Sometimes the decks we're drawn to can end up being variations on a theme so it makes me wonder if/how this might change my readings which make me very, very tempted to get it...hmm... Thank you, wouldn't have been on my radar without this walk-through! đ
I am not sure about this deck. đ€
For some reason, I always get a Freddy Mercury vibe when I watch walkthroughs of this deck. I do love it. Itâs on my short list.
Definitely! đ€©
That looks really lovely đ
Thanks, lovely đ„°
Decluttering is good for the soul but you have some beautiful objects. Back at home I had space for my own altar which unfortunately, having had to move and downsize and now living in a much smaller home, I don't anymore đ
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I love the knight of cups on the seahorse đ©” I like it but I wish someone else had made it because like you said thereâs not enough space in their guidebooks. It would be better for me to have info about why those choices were made or what the idea behind them are. Still a nice looking I might add it to the wishlist
I got this deck about 3 months ago and I really enjoy itâŠ.đ I think itâs fun and differentâŠ. Like all of usâŠ.
Truly an interesting deck, I do love it's quirkiness! Definitely a lot of different art styles going on, a lot of high heels and boots lol, especially in the Knights. But can I just say, that fool with his Birkenstocks??? Awesome ... đ€Ł
It is such a privilege to be shown your beautiful home. You reflect so much of that feeling of love peace and gentleness in yourself, which has always drawn me into your sacred space and UTube channel. Grateful thanks and đ.
Thank you, thatâs very kind đ
Love the artwork on this one. Thanks for the full walk through Simon â€
Same here! Use sage or pal Santo if you have nothing else, use loose dragon's blood incense, frankincense, or sticks if nothing else. Thank you For video. I love your burner. I've been meaning to get one but have a few similar but still love that one you have.
I once saw a rendition of a RWS based tarot deck in which the point of view of the imagery was shown. The moon card was card with a hand dipping in the water I believe, the tower card in the pov of the people falling down... Do you have any idea about which deck I am talking about?
Nothing immediately springs to mind Iâm afraid
@@the_hermits_cave that's too bad for me but thank you for you reply. Keep up the lovely work!
Thanks Chris. Really enjoyedđđ»
Glad you enjoyed it đ
I love this deck ... l will get it one day x
Sorry, this is such a tangental question...but, what is the "bog" referring to in the Brits phrase "bog standard"? Is it like, a quagmire bog, like "every town has a bog"? Is it an anachronym, maybe Business Office Grade? Just not getting this phrase, but love the interview. Thanks, from the states.
"bog standard" means "garden variety" or "run of the mill" indicating that you're getting the ordinary version of an item, not necessarily of low quality, but nothing fancy or special... it's not clear what the origin is, but two leading ideas are that it is a corruption of 'box standard' from the early era of motorbike mass manufacture as in you get the basic version that comes out of the box; the other is also mass manufacture but of plain white ceramic toilets ('bog' being British slang for toilet), so if you got the ubiquitous white, rather than anything custom, you're getting the 'bog standard' version.
from bog (âunsettled swamplandâ) in reference to a lack of sophistication or polish. đ
Love the Earth Moon and Shadow, but unfortunately out of print and while there is supposed to be a printing in 2025 we have to wait for the newsletter from them. I missed out on both printings :(
Oh no! đ
Click!!! Ordered! This looks so beautiful I couldnât resist xx đ
You wonât regret it đ
What a beautiful place and well done Simon for getting to the top of the castle! Looks like a great day out and very lucky with the weather xx loved your ornate box and Freddy Rocks!!!! â€
Big up Freddie!!!! Thanks for watching đ
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This was a great exchange...didn't get to see it live. I always love your collaborations â€
Thank you, lovely đ„°
Oh I wish I hadn't watched this !đabsolutely beautiful, the death card ! If ever a deck was me, this is it! lovely walk through. Im so glad you love your goddess. I do agree with you on faceless faces. I love them. Only you, me and Sandra have one of my earth clay goddesses. they were so therapeutic to make. much love to you lil bro x
It is, and always will be a very precious and cherished gift. Thank you sis đ x
I started with the indie version of Samhain which I gifted because it was so hard to read. I collected the first three and then stopped. But the change in artist has opened up the series for me again and I will complete the set. I display them on my seasonal altar and pull cards daily or weekly. Thanks for the walk thru.
Wonderful. Thank you for sharing! đ
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Thank you! Cheers! đ
Hi SIMON and CHRIS I have this Beautiful Llewellyn deck now for 10 yrs now , I just Love Throwback Thursdays it allows me to dig out my oldies but goodies put them back on my Tarot table again. I was listening to Chris speak about 8 of Cups and the 2 Cups just sitting on Water as sheâs is walking Away. I always interpreted as going back to The 2 of Cups actually representing romantic relationships and Water Emotions and Sheâs walking away from it all thatâs how I see the placement of the cups and this card . Thank you both for bringing back these past decks there like old forgotten friends. Hugs Caroline đâ€ïž
Always have appreciated your support over the years, lovely. Thank you for the wonderful insightful comment. đ
wow what a beautiful town, and that cathedral OMG. Definitely a place I'd like to visit one day. Thank you for taking us with đ
My pleasure, I hope you do get to visit đ
The deck is wonderful, thanks for sharing, I just ordered
Wonderful! đ
Bought this deck thanks to your brilliant walkthrough! I've always struggled with reading Marseille and you're absolutely correct that the keywords helps a lot with a beginner like me trying to grasp the world of Marseille. Unpopular opinion, but I'm glad they're there since they were the main selling point for me.
Glad it was helpful! đ
This was lovely Simon†Thank you for taking us with you!
Youâre welcome, thank you for coming along!
Just ordered today đ.. the walk thru made me glad I did. The 3 of swords made me tear up. Like wow. With arms open in a forgiving manner while the pain is still so fresh. Iâve never felt that way with the 3 of swords.. love it! Love the entire deck but that 3/s â€. Just wow. Thank you đđ» namaste
Really enjoyed hearing both of your thoughts on this beautiful deck!
The Magna Carta was signed in 1215 in Runnymede, and the original document is housed in Lincoln Castle, there are other copies placed all over the country too, but Lincoln houses the original.
@@caroldaviddaviejohnson2225 thanks, there are actually 4 originals, as 4 were penned, one has significant fire damage though.
@@the_hermits_cave đ great info thanks
Dear Simon, thank you so much again for sharing this with us. I loved the dragons and the quiet spot with the huge tree was wonderful. Big hug!
Thanks for watching, lovely. I hope you are well.
@@the_hermits_cave To be honest, i'm going through some fear & anxiety this last days... But seing the state of the world, i can't complain. đđâșïžđđ Hope you are good.
Ive just recently received this deck. I have 3 and intend to get all the set to work with the changing of thg seasons.
Enjoy
I love the whole SOTW series, this Lammas deck is simply gorgeous! I canât wait for the Ostara deck! Itâs set to be published on February 4th, 2025 in the U.S. based on Amazon and itâs already available to pre-order which I did! Ostara is my favorite sabbat of all and Iâm super excited! đžđ°đżđ·đŁ Can you please make a video of the Ostara deck once it comes out? đŒ
Absolutely, Iâve done one for each of them! đ
Thank you for posting this lovely review! đ Lammas has always been my favorite sabbat. Itâs super underrated and I have read so many times that itâs witchesâ least favorite sabbat in general. This deck definitely has a great potential of helping one connecting to the energy of Lammas. Itâs a warm, abundant, inviting energy. I love the gratefulness theme about it too. It also has a feeling of coziness. Itâs still summer but by Lammas itâs noticeable that the days are already getting shorter and we are entering the darker half of the year as summer solstice is long gone and fall is approaching. My favorite card from the deck is âComing of fallâ. It depicts the energy of Lammas wonderfully. I have this deck, and also the Mabon, Samhain, and Yule decks. I connect with the darker half of the year more when the days are shortening. So with buying the Lammas deck, I completed my collection. đ
I canât see why it is so underrated, itâs wonderful
I absolutely adore this deck series, I have all of them except the ones published this year but I will have them next year! I use them whenever I'm called to, but I pull from them on their holiday toođ
Wonderful! đ
lovely deck and I love Kyle Gray's oracles, some of the most beautiful decks out there đ