Dequer, John H. "Arrows of Light from the Egyptian Tarot" [Published by the Author, 1930]

DEQUER, John H. Arrows of Light from the Egyptian Tarot: A Practical Application of the Hermetic System of Names and Numbers Based Upon the Teaching of the Brotherhood of Light.

New York: Published by the Author, 1930. First edition. 9.25" x 6.25", 263pp with one color plate and fifteen black-and-white plates. Publisher's blue cloth lettered in gilt. A few small water-drop marks to front cover, gilt slightly faded on spine but remaining bright on front cover, bookplate of Robert Sydney Gass to front pastedown. Binding sound and square, contents clean. Very Good+.

A substantial exposition of the Hermetic, astrological, and numerological teachings of the Brotherhood of Light, employing the symbolism of the Egyptian Tarot as a framework for interpreting names, numbers, planetary influences, and personal destiny. Dequer sought to synthesize astrology, Qabalah, Hermetic philosophy, and occult psychology into a practical system of personal analysis and spiritual development.

An uncommon and increasingly sought-after Brotherhood of Light publication, illustrated with symbolic diagrams, occult charts, and photographic plates. The work occupies an important place within early twentieth-century American esotericism and reflects ideas that circulated among contemporary Rosicrucian and Hermetic organizations, including sources associated with AMORC.