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"Medicine Cards: The discovery of power through the ways of animals"  by Jamie Sams and David Carson
The definition of "medicine" in the American Indian lexicon differs from the traditional definition. While we think of medicine as something taken to cure or prevent a disease, in native terms it means those things that improve one's connection to Mother Earth and her children.  Also, according to Jamie Sams, medicine is "anything which brings personal power, strength, and understanding."  The Medicine Cards call on the energies of animals to convey messages and assist in healing. For example, the Buffalo symbolizes prayer and abundance, indicating that one either needs to spend energy in prayer or may be the answer to someone's prayer.
                              
"Sacred Path Cards: the discovery of self through sacred teachings" by Jamie Sams Companion book is The Sacred Path Workbook.
Sams introduces many elements of American Indian or "Native American" life as archetypical energies that point to areas needing growth or celebrating areas of achievement. Everyday items such as the Cradleboard and the Shawl teach as much as the more celebrated Warbonnet and Sun Dance.  Sams also introduces the concepts of the directions as being relevant to our growth with shields representing East, South, West and North.  Also utilizes "The Sacred Path Workbook", a companion volume to the Sacred Path deck.  
"Healing With the Angels Oracle Cards" by Doreen Virtue, PhD
Designed to relay messages from the angels whom Doreen Virtue has become so famous for working, these oracle cards are different from the other decks in that they use qualities and events rather than specific items to point out areas in which we need work, may be having difficulties, or simply need reassurance. The layouts are much simpler, working with timelines rather than being symbolic of a particular quality.  For example, drawing the "Divine Timing" card indicates that events are occurring in the order necessary to achieve your highest good.   
The Crystal Ally Cards: The Crystal Path to Self Knowledge" by Naisha Ahsian
These beautifully illustrated cards use the energies of crystals and stones to explore situations and emotions for growth and healing  The set includes a deck of 55  cards,  with not only the commonly known stones such as turquoise, citrine and the like, but also draws on unusual or uncommon minerals like cuprite,  Danburite,  and phenacite and cards representing the  elements of Earth, Fire, Water, Wind and Storm. 

 

 
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