The Leaves of Grass Oracle
Inspired by the poetry of Walt Whitman
I've always been moved by Walt Whitman's expansive, celebratory vision of humanity—his belief that every blade of grass, every body, every soul deserves to be sung. This deck is my love letter to his work.
This 50-card oracle deck draws directly from the pages of Whitman's poetry collection Leaves of Grass, combining public domain text with one-word keywords and corresponding imagery. The art is inspired by Victorian-era illustrations by Margaret Cook, with soft colors evoking the turn-of-the-century aesthetic.
Themes throughout the deck include transcendental and romantic ideas: life, dreams, the body, and universal love. These are cards for the reader who finds the sacred in the everyday and the universal in the personal.
If you love this deck, you might also enjoy the Gatsby Oracle and the Where Alice Went Wonderland Oracle — similar in spirit and design.
What's Included:
50 oracle cards (standard Tarot size: 2.75 x 4.75 inches)
Professionally printed on high quality card stock with UV coating
Smooth, light feel — shuffles easily
Card art designed entirely by me using public domain pages from Leaves of Grass paired with Victorian-era illustrations and digital design elements
Cloth drawstring pouch for storage (colors may vary)
No guidebook — Whitman's own words are your guide
The Leaves of Grass Oracle is for the reader who finds poetry in everything. Let Whitman's words carry you toward your own boundless self.
Scroll down for suggested card spreads
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Suggested Card Spreads
Here are seven unique oracle card spreads inspired by Walt Whitman's masterpiece, "Leaves of Grass".
This collection of spreads is designed to help you delve deeper into the themes and messages of this groundbreaking work, while also providing insight and guidance for your own life journey.
From exploring your relationship with nature to discovering your unique identity and purpose, each spread offers a new perspective and opportunity for self-reflection.
We invite you to take your time, choose a spread that resonates with you, and allow the wisdom of the cards to illuminate your path and inspire your journey of self-discovery.
Nature and the Environment:
- Card 1: What is your relationship with nature?
- Card 2: How can you deepen your connection to the natural world?
- Card 3: What lessons can you learn from the cycles and rhythms of nature?
Individuality and Identity:
- Card 1: What makes you unique and special?
- Card 2: How can you celebrate and express your individuality more fully?
- Card 3: What actions can you take to live a more authentic and fulfilling life?
Spirituality and Mysticism:
- Card 1: What is your connection to the divine or spiritual realm?
- Card 2: How can you deepen your spiritual practice and connection?
- Card 3: What spiritual truths or wisdom can you apply to your daily life?
Equality and Social Justice:
- Card 1: How do you view issues of equality and social justice?
- Card 2: What actions can you take to support greater equity and justice in the world?
- Card 3: How can you use your voice and platform to create positive change?
Love and Relationships:
- Card 1: What is your relationship with love and intimacy?
- Card 2: How can you deepen your capacity for love and connection?
- Card 3: What lessons can you learn from past relationships and experiences?
Self-Discovery and Growth:
- Card 1: What are you currently exploring and discovering about yourself?
- Card 2: How can you continue to grow and evolve as a person?
- Card 3: What obstacles or challenges might be holding you back from your full potential?
Transcendence and the Human Experience:
- Card 1: What is your understanding of transcendence or higher states of consciousness?
- Card 2: How can you cultivate more moments of transcendence in your daily life?
- Card 3: What insights or wisdom can you gain from exploring the limits and possibilities of the human experience?