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| | Byzant Tarot - Structure of the Tarot |
 | | The precise origins of the Tarot remain a mystery, but over time a fairly consistent standard has evolved for the structure of a Tarot deck. |
 | | Early decks were of several types with differing numbers of cards, and some contemporary decks vary the system to accommodate the underlying non-Tarot philosophies on which they are based. |
 | | Minchiate of Florence, a 98-card deck consisting of the standard 78 cards augmented by twenty additional major cards representing the twelve signs of the zodiac, the four elements (Fire, Water, Air and Earth) and four cardinal virtues (Hope, Prudence, Faith and Charity; though these are often considered to be Wisdom/Prudence, Temperance, Courage/Fortitude and Justice). |
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