The Council of Horses Oracle: A 40-Card Deck and Guidebook

by Sandra Wallin, Kim McElroy, Linda Kohanov (Foreword by)

Overview

Tap into the divine wisdom of horses for guidance and self-transformation

• Includes 40 beautifully illustrated cards featuring horse avatars and mythic equine beings such as unicorns, kelpies, Pegasus, and Chiron

• The guidebook shares the message of each card, guidance to help you determine if you are on the right path or need a nudge in a more positive direction, as well as suggested actions to help you integrate the lessons from the Council of Horses

Allowing you to tap into the earthly and spiritual wisdom of horses, this oracle embraces humanity’s millennia-old relationship with horses as interactive guides to transformation.

Each beautifully illustrated card conveys the captivating presence of the horse, offering an encounter with the equine soul while transmitting healing frequencies directly from the mystical Council of Horses. Serving as portals of transformation, the cards allow you to actively engage with horses as sentient beings who choose to support the well-being of humankind.

The accompanying book explains how to work with the cards, alongside a history of the horse as an intermediary between humans and the divine. From modern-day mystics to legendary horse avatars like unicorns, kelpies, Pegasus, and Chiron, the horse of each card offers guidance and courageous questions to help you determine if you are on the right path, off track, or need a nudge in a more positive direction.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781591434931
Publisher:	Inner Traditions/Bear & Company
Publication date:	10/08/2024
Pages:	192
Sales rank:	429,533
Product dimensions:	4.00(w) x 5.60(h) x 1.40(d)

About the Author

Sandra Wallin, M.A., is a beloved educator, psychotherapist, and horse listener. A sought-after speaker, she teaches equine-guided wellness worldwide.

Kim McElroy is an award-winning equine artist renowned for her visionary artistic and written creations.

Linda Kohanov is the author of The Tao of Equus.

Table of Contents

Foreword by Linda Kohanov

Equus, Divine Messenger

A Greeting from the Council of Horses
Why Horses?

How to Work with This Oracle

Meeting the Herd
The Card-Reading Process
Key Questions to Ask the Council
Shuffling and Drawing the Cards
Suggested Card Spreads
In Closing

Sample Readings

Rowan: A Three-Card Reading
Dehvyn: A Four-Card Reading
Mary: Reading in Support of Another

The Council of Horses

Aenbharr
Akashkua
Al-Burāq
Alchemists
Ambassador
Arion’s Protégé
Blue Horse
Brother Earth and Sister Sea
Brumbies
Carousel
Chiron’s Way
Choctaw Ponies
Concilium Equorum
Contrary
Craic Horse
Darma’s Path
Elysian
Eohippus
Equus Caverna
Ex Tenebris Lux
Forgotten Ones
Gatekeeper
Grace
Hippokampos
Hiraeth
Inspiritus
Kelpie
Longma
Mythic Horse
Namaste
Nightmaere
Pegasus
Prayer Mares
Raindancer
Red Bear
Storyteller
Tank
Unicorn
Wind Horses
Wonder

Acknowledgments

About the Creators

Editorial Reviews

I’ve sorted through my list of superlatives: authoritative, compelling, enigmatic, mystical, visionary—and none of them hit the mark. This beautiful deck of images, inquiries, and wisdom weaves a paradoxical path between the corporeal and the mystical—an accomplishment that feels authentic and true. I’ll be visiting this herd for a long time to come.

author of Animals as Teachers & Healers Susan Chernak McElroy

I am thrilled to recommend this new volume of what I’m quite sure could be an entire encyclopedia of the knowledge that horses hold. You don’t need to be a rider, own a horse, or have any prior experience to benefit from the wisdom they offer. It is as if The Council of Horses Oracle has been waiting patiently for centuries, enduring our fretful adolescent fantasies of power and superiority, knowing all the while that, one by one, certain humans will wake up to the inner beauty of the equine mind and spirit.

founder Eponaquest and author of The Tao of Equus Linda Kohanov

Brilliant, beautiful, and wise, The Council of Horses Oracle offers a powerful bridge between our often confusing and chaotic world of apparent separation and the mythical, boundless realm of horses in all its magnificent forms. We are reassured in the most generous ways that we do not need to traverse our lives alone; this deck, stunning in artwork and text, will become a lifelong companion we can trust and rely on.

author of Not Only When the Rain Falls Rita Reynolds

The sacred gift I feel these cards offer is the ability to awaken the deep knowing we all have about horses—that we are far more powerful in their presence. In modern times, this connection has largely been forgotten. Working with these cards helps us reconnect with our own ancient experiences and reunites us with the spirit of the Equine Nation, so we can once again step into a charging flow of passion, power, and incredible beauty alongside horses. Thank you, Sandra and Kim, for making this possible.

holistic animal healer and animal communicator Lisa Tully

The beautiful artwork on these cards is a stunning portrayal of the innate beauty of the horse. For those seeking a deeper connection with themselves and all of life, as the two cannot be separated, The Council of Horses Oracle will touch your heart profoundly and tenderly.

founder of Graceful Horsemanship and Trust Techniq Sally Utton

Kim McElroy’s work is not only visually stunning, but insightfully poignant and overflowing with relatable wisdom. I first met Kim at a Horse Speak clinic several years ago, and her charming yet down-to-earth personality instantly won me over. I highly recommend The Council of Horses Oracle to any horse enthusiast or soul-searching seeker like myself.

originator of Horse Speak and author of Horse Spea Sharon Wilsie

For many people, horses have always been a way to reconnect with nature, ourselves, and divine wisdom. In The Council of Horses Oracle, Kim and Sandra provide us with another way to access ancestral wisdom through this powerful tool for self-inquiry, guided by the spirit of the horse.

horse trainer and author of The Principles of Trai Warwick Schiller

Unique, fascinating, inspiring, meditative, visually striking, The Council of Horses Oracle: A 40-Card Deck and Guidebook is especially and unreservedly recommended for personal and professional Tarot & Oracle card deck collections.

Midwest Book Review

This amazing deck embodies the energetic vibration of unconditional love, which includes all aspects of ourselves. The wisdom of the words and beauty of the artwork chronicle horse and human evolution as we enter into our new earth with our equine partners standing as the all-knowing pillars of our ongoing expansion. This is a must-have deck for those who are ready to embrace unity consciousness.

author of Changing Horses Esta G. Bernstein

The Council of Horses Oracle illuminates the breadth and depth of wisdom that horses bring into our lives. Each horse in this deck invites you to embark on a unique journey of interspecies introspection, promising new insights.

owner of Aligned Equine Bodywork LLC Codi Hamblin

A masterful accomplishment! A simply lovely way to grow both inward and outward through the wisdom of horses as guided by Kim and Sandra.

author of A Horse by Nature Mary Ann Simonds

The Council of Horses Oracle takes us on a magical journey filled with insightful wisdom and beautiful artistry! Sandra Wallin and Kim McElroy have seemingly created new equine archetypes. This is far more than a superficial coffee table deck; it is insightful, articulate, inspirational, and artistic.

Neda DeMayo

The Council of Horses Oracle card deck is truly magical! The words of wisdom on every card will connect you to the Council of the Horses and deep within yourself where your answers await your visit. Kim’s captivating, otherworldly artwork awakens your intuition and imagination. Like your favorite book, you will be whisked away to a magical place . . . the place where horses’ souls live. This will soon be your favorite go-to deck for guidance, insight, and inspiration.

equine specialist and animal communicator Anna Twinney

I highly recommend this book to anyone seeking to explore and deepen their relationship to horses and the natural world as well as a guide to their journey of personal growth and spiritual transformation.

Carl Marsak

Sandra’s passion for horses—their inherent sentience and their profound wisdom as coteachers—has produced an equine book that’s filled with insights and resonates deeply. The messages for both horses and humans, the stories, guidance, inspiration, counsel, contemplations, and inspirations, are all beautifully woven together with Kim’s artwork. This deck will draw you into discovering your own truths and healing for years to come.

certified equine therapist and reiki master Ainsley Beauchamp

Get ready to be nuzzled by horse wisdom. The advanced ability of The Council of Horses Oracle to communicate takes us straight to the heart of the matter: to the things we often don’t acknowledge, even to ourselves. The council of horses embraces and inspires us through their messages and counsel, walking with us as needed then encouraging us to gallop free.

Sharon Forrest

Kim McElroy’s art is a testimony of the spiritual nature of horses that is hidden to the eye. She has the gift to make it visible. What I find in these cards and text is a spirit that makes me come alive and reconnect with an ancient knowing that all species are deeply connected. The Council of the Horses Oracle is a testimony of hope and inspiration created by two highly talented artists, writers, and horse lovers.

author of On the Wings of Horses Ulrike Dietmann

Deep connection with horses is an open gateway to divine consciousness. In all of creation, horses are special messengers and teachers. The written insights and incredible beauty of the art of this deck will stir our souls into realizing these gifts.

author of Beauty from Brokenness Constance D. Funk

Sandra and Kim have done a remarkable job of bringing the wisdom and teachings of these amazing beings right to our doorstep. Their work is well-researched, thoughtful, beautifully written, and accessible. It is not just powerful but also truly enjoyable. The Council of Horses Oracle reignites a thirst for learning, growth, and wisdom in a fun, rewarding, and nourishing way. Bravo!

author of Horse Medicine Tony Stromberg

The Council of Horses Oracle would be great for horse enthusiasts or anyone who has an affinity for horses. The guidance really transcends the subject matter and can be applied to daily life quite easily. I intend to keep this deck close by to end client sessions and refer to it for my own encouragement.

Musing Mystical PJ Spur

These gorgeous archetypal equine images and essays awaken deep within our hearts, revealing the beauty and wisdom hidden in our collective conscious and unconscious. Each card of The Council of Horses Oracle is a journey into the soul.

Beverley Kane

The Council of Horses Oracle deck is beyond any expectations. Horses are grateful that Kim and Sandra created this. Each card takes you on a magical journey, riding alongside your kindred spirit. Absorb their wisdom into your cells and joyfully ride into your life’s mystery tour.

Allen Schoen

The beauty of the cards is a perfect match for the depth of wisdom in the readings associated with each one. It is wonderful to see horses being recognized for the high-vibrational, spiritual beings they are. Horses are mirrors into the human soul. This card deck is a path to receiving wisdom from the council of horses.

Madalyn Ward

With The Council of Horses Oracle deck, co-created by Sandra Wallin and Kim McElroy, we can now tap into the spirit of the horse to effortlessly access the wisdom and guidance that arises from this soulful, heart-to-heart connection.

Eponaquest approved instructor Melanie Dallas

This tarot-like meditative deck is both interesting and imaginatively accurate. Its capacities offer an otherworldliness expanded through equine guidance and heart-filled energy. It’s a beautiful practice in listening and allowing. I love it. Thank you.

author of Adventures in Awareness Barbara K. Rector

There’s nothing in this world like connecting with horses for personal wellness, healing, and joy. Their powerful presence in the beauty of these cards, and their wisdom expressed, is deeply moving and inspiring. I’m so grateful for this true gift of being able to learn in such a profound and exciting way from The Council of Horses Oracle!

author of The Horse Lover’s Guide to Massage Megan Ayrault