Celtic Cross Reading with Playing Cards

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Celtic Cross Spread

The Celtic Cross is the most well-known tarot spread and also the largest available here, involving ten cards. This spread begins with a pair of crossing cards 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 cards which are symbolic of the intellectual (top) and emotional (bottom) basis of the issue. The Before and After cards show the past and immediate future.

At the right, four cards are laid out, going upward. At the bottom you have a card representing yourself, and the next card shows how others may affect the situation. Card #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.

Spread 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 4 of Spades			The Outcome 2 of Hearts Hopes and Fears Jack of Spades External Forces 8 of Hearts The Querent Ace of Hearts
The Recent Past 9 of Spades	The Crossing Card 9 of Hearts The Significator 6 of Spades	The Future 7 of Spades
	Foundation card 3 of Clubs

The Significator represents what the main theme of the reading deals with, the initial situation.

6 of Spades

This symbolises a process at work that ultimately leads to success. It is a sign of reassurance that your method is sound, and that perseverance will certainly lead to success.

The Crossing Card denotes an added impulse that compounds the initial card, whether complimentary or contradictory.

9 of Hearts

This could be thought of as the wish card. It suggests that dreams and desires will come true. Good fortune, happiness, good news, pleasure and satisfaction are traits of this sign.

The Crown stands for what the asker is aware of consciously.

4 of Spades

Reconciliation, compromise, and signing deals of different kinds is the meaning of this card in a reading. There will be recovery after a period of struggles. The quarrel is resolved by intellectual means.

Foundation card reveals unconscious driving forces that the querent may not be aware of.

3 of Clubs

Strong, enduring partnerships are indicated by the presence of this card. No matter which type of relationship this card refers to, it suggests a bond with great longevity.

The Recent Past represents past events and concerns.

9 of Spades

General orneriness and maliciousness are the vibes of this card. This symbolises a period of pain and suffering. There is a possibility of abuse. Be careful to avoid cruelty – both from yourself and others.

The Future depicts that which lies ahead.

7 of Spades

This signifies a battle where your prospects are not good. The best you could hope for in this circumstance is a narrow victory costing at least as much as anything gained. More likely this battle is hopeless, though this is often difficult to accept.

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

Ace of Hearts

The first card of the Hearts suit suggests new attitudes opening one up to friendship, love, and personal contentment that can lead to a shared happiness between like-minded individuals.

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

8 of Hearts

This card could represent either invitations or partings. Instability and the abandonment of success are indicated. There may be minor victories coupled with setbacks. At least the glass can be filled half way, so try to look on the bright side.

Hopes and Fears shows the expectations you have concerning the outcome of your question.

Jack of Spades

This symbolises a dark-haired young man who probably is not certain about what he wants. He may mean well, but his laziness is a hindrance to his team in matters of work. He has a lot of ideas but lacks the initiative to follow through.

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

2 of Hearts

This card symbolises harmony and good feelings, even love. Fulfilment of the heart is often connected to relationships with others, but can also come from activities we deeply enjoy. Either way, this symbol stands for strong feelings.