Celtic Cross Reading with Runes

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Celtic Cross Layout

The Celtic Cross is the most well-known tarot spread and also the largest layout available here, involving ten runes. This layout begins with a pair of crossing runes at the center of the issue, essentially being two significators. When two significators are involved, they may strengthen or oppose each other, which speaks of the nature of the situation. Above and below the initial cross, we have two runes which are symbolic of the intellectual (top) and emotional (bottom) basis of the issue. The Before and After runes show the past and immediate future.

At the right, four runes are laid out, going upward. At the bottom you have a rune representing yourself, and the next rune shows how others may affect the situation. Rune #9 indicates what you may be hoping for, or possibly, what you hope will not happen. Finally at the top is the outcome, meaning the distant or ultimate future.

Layout Positions

This is it (what you asked about)
This crosses it (strengthens or opposes)
This crowns it (higher influences)
It rests upon this (lower influences)
This came before
This comes next
This is you
The external world around you
Your hopes, fears, and secret desires
The result or outcome

Celtic Cross

Your Celtic Cross Reading


The Crown Gebo			The Outcome Hagalaz Hopes and Desires Ehwaz External Forces Naudhiz The Querent Berkano
The Recent Past Othala	The Crossing Rune Raidho The Significator Uruz	The Future Dagaz
	The Foundation Thurisaz

The Significator represents you and your current state of being.

Uruz

This is often the omen of a transition or new beginning. Uruz represents the rune of harmony, order and personal power. You will be able meet the challenge so effectively that it may surprise you.

The Crossing Rune denotes that which opposes or influences you.

Raidho

You may be embarking on some type of journey soon, whether it be actually traveling to a new place or a spiritual journey. This journey represents a major change.

The Crown issues that are significant in the present or may come to pass in the future. This rune foretells future events which you may or may not occur, depending upon how you respond to the present situation.

Gebo

When gifts are given, be careful to consider unseen obligations. This rune suggests strong bonds with others. It often refers to family, deep friendships, and even marriage.

The Foundation addresses the origin of your question.

Thurisaz

This rune is about walking the line and holding things in balance. There may be conflict, hardship and obstacles, but be assured that remaining focused and in control of yourself will make these difficulties easy. This rune symbolises protection from one's enemies.

The Recent Past represents past events and concerns.

Othala

Othala represents a fortress of prosperity and security. Good character attracts good fortune. Those who have it are the ones who get it. That's simply the way things are. You are fortunate to be one of the lucky ones. At the same time, we all make our own luck.

The Future depicts that which lies ahead.

Dagaz

Dagaz represents the first rays of a new dawn. You are on the verge of some kind of breakthrough. You have the will and the ability to change reality. You may experience a period of lucidity that borders on the surreal.

The Querent represents the asker and their attitude towards the subject of the rune cast.

Berkano

The Rune of birth may symbolise a time of great personal insight and development. Naturally this is also a sign of abundance and fertility, so love may very well be in the air.

External Forces represents the influence of others in your life as well as trends in your relationships with others.

Naudhiz

This rune reversed signifies satisfaction, goals met, and harmonious relationships. Feelings are running high. It is safe to let your passions carry you away at this time.

Hopes and Desires stands for the hopes and desires you have for the outcome of your question.

Ehwaz

The "Horse Rune" is a sign of adaptability, transition, movement and travels. You may be closing in on your goals. Most basically, this rune means progress.

The Outcome of your question. Interpret this rune in the context of the entire reading and as an indicator of the path you are currently on, but not bound to.

Hagalaz

The sign of hail represents massive destruction and devastation. Times of chaos can be difficult to navigate, but there are times when disastrous disruption unfortunately become necessary. Do not allow yourself to get carried away in the storm.