Rockpool Publishing

Deck Review: Spirit of the Drum Oracle

TABI Review Barbara Meiklejohn-Free and Flavia Kate Peter's latest release, Spirit of the Drum

This review of the Spirit of the Drum Oracle Deck highlights the deep spiritual connection and energy that can be felt through the rhythmic sound of drums, from tribal traditions to modern expressions like air drumming. The deck, created by High Priestesses Barbara Meikle-John and Flavia Kate Peters, offers an immersive journey into ancient magic and earth-based teachings.

The review praises the sturdy packaging, including a 130-page guidebook and 36 beautifully illustrated cards, each featuring a drum and a setting that invites reflection on the power and significance of the drum in cultural and spiritual contexts. The thoughtful design and craftsmanship of the deck are complemented by a unique approach to divination, which incorporates beats and mantras for each card.

The guidebook offers detailed instructions on how to use the cards, including four card spreads and a drum guidance for each card, inviting users to deepen their spiritual practice through rhythm and sound. The reviewer suggests that this deck may take time to fully understand, but its rich imagery and the inclusion of a podcast to aid in learning provide a comprehensive experience for those seeking to connect with the universal language of the drum.

For those called to explore deeper spiritual journeys through drumming rhythms, the Spirit of the Drum Oracle Deck promises to be a valuable tool, uplifting and guiding users in their exploration of ancient traditions and personal growth.

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Spirit of the Drum

At the dawn of time, a primordial beat echoed through the void, sparking the creation of sound, vibration, and rhythm. The Spirit of the Drum Oracle Deck invites you to explore this ancient resonance, guiding you on a transformative journey from the first drum created in a prehistoric cave to the modern-day drums that connect us in profound ways.

Each card in this deck offers a unique message, uncovering the history of a drum and providing meditations, exercises, and journeys that delve into how drumming influences the mind, body, and spirit. By engaging with these cards, you will unlock the power of rhythm to bring balance, healing, and insight, allowing the drum's timeless wisdom to guide you on your personal path of growth.

About the Author's

Flavia Kate Peters, also known as the Fairy Seer, is a respected teacher of ancient magic and Fairy-craft, offering professional certification courses in natural magic. As a medium, clairvoyant, and bestselling author of works like Way of the Faery Shaman and the Witches' Wisdom oracle deck, she is a prominent figure in the spiritual community. Flavia regularly presents at Mind Body Spirit & Pagan events and has appeared on shows like Celebrity Haunted Hotel and Lightworker's Guide to the Galaxy. With a reputation as the UK's leading expert in elemental ancient magic, she is a popular wisdom keeper and columnist for several spiritual magazines, dedicated to preserving and sharing the magic of the Old Ways.

Barbara Meiklejohn-Free, known as the Highland Seer, is a high priestess of Isis and the Cailleach. A hereditary, eclectic witch initiated into the craft at 16, she is a best-selling, award-winning author and a dedicated teacher of earth-centered traditions. Barbara has taught mediumship, trans-mediumship, and shamanism at renowned institutions like Arthur Findlay College and the College of Psychic Studies. Drawing on her extensive experience with indigenous cultures and her deep understanding of her own pagan heritage, she weaves ancient wisdom into her work. Barbara leads rites, rituals, and ceremonies around the world, advocating for the preservation and practice of earth-centered spiritual traditions.

If you are being drawn to the beat of the Spirit of the Drum, it is available to purchase from the Rockpool website now!

Clair Telford TABI – 13 January, 2025