How to Read a Tarot Deck with the Celtic Cross Method

The Celtic Cross is one of the most popular tarot spreads. It is a 10-card spread that provides a comprehensive overview of the querent’s situation. The spread can be used to answer any question, but it is often used to gain insight into a current problem or challenge.

To read a tarot deck with the Celtic Cross method, you will need a tarot deck and a comfortable place to sit. You will also need to have a clear question in mind. Once you have your materials, follow these steps:

1. Shuffle the cards while focusing on your question.
2. Place the cards face down in the following positions:
   • Card 1: The Querent, or current situation.
   • Card 2: The Problem or Challenge
   • Card 3: The Past
   • Card 4: The Present
   • Card 5: The Future
   • Card 6: The Hopes and Fears
   • Card 7: The Advice
   • Card 8: The Foundation
   • Card 9: The Outcome
   • Card 10: The Totality
3. Interpret the cards one by one.

Sometimes you will see an extra card called the “Significator” which goes under the querent. This is optional, and often redundant, as its role is so similar to that of the querent.

The first card, the Querent, represents the person who is asking the question. The second card, the Problem or Challenge, represents the issue that the querent is facing. The third card, the Past, represents the events that led up to the problem or challenge. The fourth card, the Present, represents the current situation. The fifth card, the Future, represents what the querent can expect in the future. The sixth card, the Hopes and Fears, represents the querent’s hopes and fears about the situation. The seventh card, the Advice, represents the advice that the cards are giving to the querent. The eighth card, the Foundation, represents the querent’s strengths and resources. The ninth card, the Outcome, represents the possible outcome of the situation. The tenth card, the Totality, represents the overall message of the reading.

Once you have interpreted all of the cards, take some time to reflect on the reading. Consider what the cards are telling you about the querent’s situation. What advice do the cards have for the querent? What are the possible outcomes of the situation? The Celtic Cross is a powerful tool that can provide valuable insight into any situation. With practice, you will be able to use this spread to help others and to gain greater understanding of your own life.

Here are some additional tips for reading a tarot deck with the Celtic Cross method:

• Use a comfortable setting where you will not be disturbed.
• Shuffle the cards until you feel a connection with them.
• Focus on your question as you shuffle the cards.
• Place the cards face down in the positions shown above.
• Take your time interpreting the cards.
• Trust your intuition.

The Celtic Cross is a somewhat complex spread, but it can be a valuable tool for gaining insight into your life. With practice, you will be able to use this spread to help others and to gain greater understanding of your own life.