How to Read the Celtic Cross Spread

Tarot readings done using the Celtic Cross spread are accomplished with ten cards laid out in the form of a cross. Besides being one of the most popular spreads used in tarot readings, it is also one of the most in-depth.

Once the Celtic Cross spread has been laid out, tarot readings using this form can begin. The common interpretations are derived from the meanings below.

There are ten cards in this spread, and each one represents the following:

Card one: The Significator - your current state of mind, and your main concern.

Card two: The Crossing - for the good or not, it is what opposes or influences you.

Card three: Foundation - what brought on the situation, the origin of your question.

Card four: Recent past – what is behind you, past issues and events, things that just happened.

Card five: Crown – your current issues and what may come to be.

Card six: The future – things that lie ahead of you, what may happen.

Card seven: Emotions – the state your emotions are in now.

Card eight: External forces – the influences of others around you.

Card nine: Hopes and desires – what you want the outcome of your question to be.

Card ten: The outcome – this is the result, the outcome of your question.

Tarot readings are commonly used for entertainment purposes, but for those who are seeking true answers to the issues in their lives, this card spread can shed light on the situation. However, all answers given as a result of tarot readings must be taken in stride and with the understanding that it can be changed by your own doing.