A Map for Transcendence
Early in the 15th century, twenty-two sacred images were transposed from manuscripts onto a format inspired by playing cards. Their sacred mystery was discovered by Russell in 2007. This long lost wisdom, details the steps one must take in making the transition from human to divine consciousness.
Join Russell as he unlocks these sacred mysteries, and how to apply them.
About the Program
Envision a life filled with inner peace, unconditional love, and abiding beauty, such that personal suffering becomes a non-event. The wisdom, that could have this be a reality, was 'hidden', by the medieval Cathar, known as the Good Christians, in twenty-two images that centuries later were entitled the Major Arcana of the Tarot. More significant than their modern use for divination, these images were originally a detailed map for what was required to end personal suffering.
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In 2020, Russell Sturgess' book The Spiritual Roots of the Tarot: The Cathar Code Hidden in the Cards was released internationally. This year Russell is pleased to provide wisdom seekers with a 16 session immersive course, titled A Map for Transcendence, built upon the foundation of his book. In addition to exploring the ancient wisdom of the Cathar embedded in the Marseille Tarot, A Map for Transcendence takes participants on a journey through the nature of human suffering and illuminates the path that can lead each person to uncover their true nature and the healing that follows.
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Who is this program for?
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the spiritually awakened who are still unsatisfied by life
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those who are experiencing the Dark Night of the Soul
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spiritual seekers who have done lots of 'inner work', but peace, love, and joy remain elusive
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those who know they can't keep living life the same way, but lack clarity about how to move forward
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people who are not just trying to fix their lives—but trying to understand life from a soul perspective
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Common benefits of participating in the program:
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enhanced clarity about the spiritual journey
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guidance on how to navigate the journey through the Dark Night of the Soul
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peace, love, and joy is more consistent in the day-to-day experience
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feel progressively more aligned with essence instead of ego
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Ready to participate? ​
Still undecided?
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Watch a recording of a 3-hour webinar where Russell delivers key concepts from the program, and start to see for yourself how these cards reveal the deeper architecture of the spiritual journey and how the rich symbolism contained within the cards offers a way to walk through the Dark Night of the Soul experience with greater clarity.
Commence Your Journey Today
Choose a Path That Works for You
Group Online Program
Start: Wed 3rd Sep 2025 (7pm AEST) | Availability: Limited to 20 People
What's Included:
- 16 online group sessions (90 mins each)
- Intimate size group for more personalised support (20 ppl per group)
- 12 months access to recordings
- Lifetime access to the online community and monthly meetings
- Digital workbook with deep journaling prompts to integrate each session
From $890.00 AUD
One-on-one Mentoring
Start: Anytime if Available | Availability: 10 / 15 Seats
What's Included:
- 16 one-on-one mentoring sessions with Russell (up to 90 mins each)
- Lifetime access to session recordings
- Lifetime access to the online community and monthly meetings
- Printed workbook with deep journaling prompts to integrate each session
From $2800.00 AUD
What People Say
" Before starting this course, I felt lost and uncertain about my purpose in this lifetime. I was searching for meaning and direction. This course has been a truly transformative experience. The teachings have provided me with clarity and a deeper understanding of myself and the world from a different perspective. My mindset has shifted, bringing me prolonged moments of peace and insight, and I feel more grounded in my everyday life."
Belinda
Tarot and the Secret of the Cathars
The medieval Cathars were persecuted and thought genocided by the forces of church and state... but did their esoteric knowledge survive in a hidden form? Russell Sturgess, author of "The Spiritual Roots of the Tarot: The Cathar Code Hidden in the Cards," has discovered a secret code in the Tarot with the cards laying out the Cathar path to enlightenment and divine wholeness. Join Deacon Jon and Jason as they go on this journey through the Tarot with Russell.