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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

  1. This is it (what you asked about)
  2. This crosses it (strengthens or opposes)
  3. This crowns it (higher influences)
  4. It rests upon this (lower influences)
  5. This came before
  6. This comes next
  7. This is you
  8. The external world around you
  9. Your hopes, fears, and secret desires
  10. The result or outcome

 

 

 

Celtic Cross

 

 

 

 

 

 

Your Celtic Cross Reading

The Crown

Wunjo

The Outcome

Jera


Hopes and Desires

Gebo


External Forces

Ehwaz


The Querent

Uruz

The Recent Past

Tiwaz

The Crossing Rune

Mannaz


The Significator

Wyrd

The Future

Laguz


The Foundation

Ingwaz

 

 

The Significator represents you and your current state of being.

 

 

Wyrd

The blank rune is used only in rune casts. Wyrd is not part of the runic alphabet. When this rune appears, it often symbolises a major change. If this rune is drawn in a single-rune cast, it suggests to ask this question again at a later time.

 

 

 

 

The Crossing Rune denotes that which opposes or influences you.

 

Mannaz

This sign indicates a down time, perhaps depression. Now may not be the best time to make important decisions. If you are not thinking clearly, put your trust in those you have always trusted. This may not be the best time to make new friends.

 

 

 

 

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.

 

Wunjo

This is a sign of great joy and bliss. It often refers to tremendous satisfaction. Pat yourself on the back for a job well done. This is a symbol of incredible fortune and harmony with others.

 

 

 

 

The Foundation addresses the origin of your question.

 

Ingwaz

Ingwaz signifies completion, success, agriculture and fertility. You are firing on all cylinders. You will soon be able to realise your ambitions. Unification, peace, and harmony are in the air.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Recent Past represents past events and concerns.

 

Tiwaz

This sign suggests that your goals may be unrealistic at this time. Fortunately, these times will pass. Redouble your efforts or bide your time if you need to. Do not fight battles you know you cannot win. Be patient.

 

 

 

 

The Future depicts that which lies ahead.

 

Laguz

Laguz reversed may mean sensual numbness and lack of creativity. Passivity, weakness, and lack of initiative can lead to stagnation.

 

 

 

 

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

 

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.

 

 

 

 

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

 

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.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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

 

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 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.

 

Jera

This rune literally means "year" and stands for the harvest of a good year's labours. It represents a permanent change for the better.