A Review of the Sacred Pathways Card Deck

The Sacred Pathways Card Deck designed by Jamie Sams may be put into the same category as a tarot deck, but they read very differently. Although they do come with a book it is important to realize what they are before purchasing them, so that one may not be disappointed with them.

Numbers are shown in a teal color at the top with the name of the object, then the picture of the object, then the name of the concept the card is referencing. Each of the objects are depicted on a colored hide and are all Native American in nature. The text on the cards is displayed in a simple sans serif font, which makes it easily readable. There is not too much text to draw away from the image, but just enough to help the reader get a reminder of the cards meaning. The cards reading surfaces are simple, but well illustrated. The orange and electric teal that outline the cards and that is used on the card backs seems slightly outdated, however. The backsides of the cards are simple. They use a plain orange color with native sun design in teal.

This particular deck deals heavily with Native American culture. Unfortunately it does not pull its meanings from any particular tribe, however it does reference some tribes in the book itself. An in-depth book for this deck is essential. Although one could read the cards without the extended book, one would be missing many of the nuances of what the objects and concepts combined mean. There are many stories that are good to remember, not just when doing readings, but in general day-to-day life. So useful is the book that I would recommend for people to read it just for the entertainment/learning value.