| The Celtic Cross
spread is one of the most popular Tarot spreads, providing varied
insight into many aspects of a complex situation and your role in it.
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 | The card not shown but at the center of the cross, represents the atmosphere surrounding the central issue. Page of Pentacles:
The essence of earth, such as a mountain: The surprising appearance of
new prosperity and opportunities for advance in the physical world. One
who delights in the pleasures of the body, material things, and nature.
The embrace of hard work, realistic goals, and scholarly perseverance
as a means to create solid achievement. Dependability, trust, and a
studious nature. May portend a new job or promotion. |
 | The card visible at the center of the cross represents the obstacle that stands in your way - it may even be something that sounds good but is not actually to your benefit. The Sun:
A time of contentment and freedom from restraints. Creative
inspiration. Achievement, success, and warmth. Light and love in
personal or business matters. Happiness and faithfulness in a
relationship. |
 | The card at the top of the cross represents your goal, or the best you can achieve without a dramatic change of priorities. The Hierophant:
Faith in tradition and the old school. A justified and ancient source
of power. Being supportive, sympathetic and loyal. Receiving
instructions, learning, guidance or inspiration. The ability to hear a
higher or inner voice. May also indicate a religious ritual, such as a
marriage or an initiation. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. Two of Pentacles (Change):
Balance and harmony achieved in a time of upheaval and transformation.
Taking two steps forward for every one step back. Shifting the
importance of projects and priorities to keep everything on track. A
change in occupation or location. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. The Hermit:
Withdrawal from events and relationship to introspect and gather
strength. Seeking the inner voice or calling upon vision from within. A
need of understanding and advice, or a wise man who will offer knowing
guidance. Personal experience and thoughtful temperance. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. The Hanged Man:
Pausing to reflect. Surrendering to an experience. Adjusting to new
ideas through sacrifice. Opening oneself to intuition and enhanced
awareness. Letting go of past patterns and growing beyond them. Inner
peace, faith, and serenity. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. Page of Cups, when reversed:
The dark essence of water behaving as earth, such as a wellspring: An
unexpected new relationship that is childish and foolish. An idle
dreamer oblivious to the realities of the world. Moodiness, sad
reflection, and retreat from society. Seduction and deception in
personal and business relationships. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. Ace of Wands:
The seed of a new venture - perhaps as yet unseen. An opportunity to be
met with boldness, vigor, and enthusiasm. The herald of birth,
invention, or entrepreneurship. An innate and primal force released.
May suggest a surge of vitality, creativity, or fertility that can set
things in motion. |
 | The card second from the top of the staff represents your hopes, fears, or an unexpected element that will come into play. King of Cups:
The essence of water behaving as air, such as a billowing cloud in the
blue sky: Great maturity, endless patience, tolerance of other points
of view, and a deep knowledge of human nature. One who intuitively
knows the strengths of those around him, and gently cultivates them.
Remaining calm and relaxed in all situations, and making artful use of
diplomacy or a quiet word to resolve conflicts. The ability to listen
to what another person is saying, and truly understand what is in their
heart. A rewarding partner and a beloved leader. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. Judgement, when reversed: Procrastination and indecision. Disillusionment and the inability bring a matter to conclusion. |
