TAROT
Review of the ten card Celtic Spread.
The the deck is first spread out face down in the middle of the table and mixed up thoroughly. The cards are then gathered and played out one card at a time, face up as follows.
The Celtic Cross spread is one of the most common tarot spreads. There is a cross in the center, with a row of 4 cards along the side. This spread will provide a fairly in-depth look at a situation including past, present and external influences. Beginners may want to start with a spread with fewer cards.
This is a more advanced spread utilising ten cards (see diagram). It is unusual as card number two is placed sideways across card number one. This card should be read as dignified when interpreting the meaning. The cards should be turned over one at a time and addressed individually before being brought together to present a unified reading.
1. The Question: This card relates to the question that is being asked and also the motives behind it. It also indicates the emotions or issues on the seeker's mind.
2. Possible Obstacles: This card has an important influence on the seeker or the question that is being asked.
3. The Past: The background to the need for the requested question to be answered. The history that produced the question itself
4. The Present: The here and now. Present emotional states and feelings
5. The Near Future: That which lies just around the corner.
6. The Far Future: That which can be anticipated but not yet seen.
7. Personal attitudes: The Seeker's attitudes towards the question that has been asked. Also an indicator of how they see themselves.
8. An Outside Perspective: How those around the Seeker see or interpret the issue at hand.
9. Hopes and Fears: The positive and negative connotations of the question.
10. The outcome: The final result or answer.
TAROT
Your Question: What does the fall have in store for me?
Celtic Spread
Quintessence:
Cover: General atmosphere
Knight of Swords
SOMEONE UPSETS YOU BY CAUSING MISCHIEF WITH BAD INTENT.
Crossing: Opposing forces
The World
YOU WILL BE SUCCESSFUL IN YOUR GOALS AND ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS, THERE IS A POSSIBILITY OF TRAVEL AND CONTACT WITH PEOPLE FROM OTHER COUNTRIES OR AREAS.
Foundation: Past basis
The Chariot
YOU MAY BE GOING ON A TRIP IN THE NEAR FUTURE, THIS TRIP MAY BE DONE BY LAND AND BE WITHIN DRIVING DISTANCE OF YOUR HOME.
Behind You: Passing influences
Ten of Wands
A SITUATION OR PROBLEM HAS LASTED A LONG TIME, AND YOU HAVE YET TO SOLVE IT, BUT SOON THIS WILL COME TO AN END.
Crowining: Possible future
Nine of Wands
YOU ARE EXPERIENCING A PAUSE IN A SITUATION JUST BEFORE THINGS START MOVING AGAIN.
Before You: Soon to come
Ten Of Cups
YOU SUCCESSFULLY REACH YOUR GOALS, AND ARE CONTENT AND HAPPY WITH YOUR LIFE, HOME AND FAMILY WILL BE YOUR PRIORITY AT THIS TIME.
Hopes: Goals or aspirations
The Emperor
A POWERFUL MALE OR STRONG MINDED WOMAN WILL ENTER YOUR LIFE WITH THE INTENTION TO CHANGE YOUR LIFE THROUGH A NEW PARTNERSHIP OR RELATIONSHIP.
Opinions: What others think
Five of Cups
YOU ARE LOSING INTEREST IN A RELATIONSHIP OR SITUATION, AND ARE CONTEMPLATING ENDING IT.
Feelings: Fears
Six of Pentacles
YOU ARE OR WILL BE GENEROUS OR KIND TO SOMEONE ELSE, THROUGH YOUR ATTENTION, EMOTIONAL, AND OR FINANCIAL SUPPORT.
Outcome: Resolution
Ace of Swords
YOU ARE LOOKING FOR THE TRUTH ABOUT A SITUATION, AND ONCE YOU FIND IT YOU WILL MAKE A DECISION THAT WILL HAVE A MAJOR IMPACT ON YOUR LIFE.
Quintessence:
Death
THE OLD SITUATION MUST COME TO AN END, SO A NEW ORDER CAN BEGIN.
RUNE:What does the fall have in store for me?
The Cross spread is used to plot the arc of your life and the forces acting on it. It is the most popular spread, giving a very complete view of the situation. Ice Runes are most commonly used for questions about struggle, conflict, and achievement.
The left rune represents an important element of the past. Perth is the rune of chance and gambling. Throw the dice, read your fate. Gaming is a fine way to pass the night...as long as one is careful. Games of chance have outcomes that are hidden from us, and as such Perth represents secrets unknown. Perth symbolizes enjoyment and wild abandon, but be watchful, for Perth is also the rune of mystery and the outcomes unexpected. You cannot lose if you do not play, but neither can you win...
The middle rune represents a deciding element of the present. Inguz is the rune of completion and fertility. The presence of this rune suggests that tasks which have been initiated will come to fruition. This rune is associated with Ing and Frey, it is this connection that explains its connotations of both fertility and sexuality. The variant of this rune shown here is reminiscent of the twin strands of life, and of the challenge and rewards of bringing together things complimentary.
The top rune represents a force that works for you. Tyr is the symbol of the warrior. This rune most represents masculine force and potency, and frequently victory in battle. Beware though, for this rune represents directly the Norse god whose name it bears - Tyr stands out in legend for having sacrificed his hand that he might bind Fenrir, a monstrous wolf that threatens to swallow the world. As such, this rune is known to portend a great victory that can be bought with a terrible sacrifice. Tyr is also the god of law, frequently placed in such position above Odin. In this aspect, protection of justice may be had by this rune.
The bottom Rune represents a force that works against you. Wunjo is the rune of Joy. Since joy is least frequently a solitary emotion, this rune often represents mutual or communal bliss. Wunjo is also seen as a rune of the gods and a rune of perfection, carrying with it the elation that blazes from the creation of a perfect work - perhaps this is the true joy of the gods, that they can create perfection. That aside, this rune does not focus on the struggle for perfection or on our inevitable imperfections, but rather on a job well done and the satisfaction that comes from it.
The right rune represents the critical element of the future, at the core of the final outcome. Man refers to Mankind and your interaction with the whole of human population. This rune is reversed, suggesting a separation from your fellow man. There is a lack of harmony in your interaction with others, either because you do not accept society or society does not accept you. Alternatively, this rune may also represent your separation from nature, and your ability to rise above the base level of being. As the rune is reversed, this may suggest an incomplete level of spiritual attainment or an intellectual block.
Later,
Kenaz
