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Tarot Spreads Guide

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Beginner Β· Intermediate Β· Advanced

Total Spreads

6

Levels

3

Modes

Daily / Pro

Single Card
Beginner
1 Cards

Single Card

The simplest tarot spread, suitable for daily guidance and quick answers

Daily GuidanceQuick AnswerDaily Tarot

Structure

1Current Guidance

Card Positions

1

Current Guidance

Instructions

1

Focus on your question with a calm mind

2

Shuffle and draw one card from the deck

3

Interpret the card's meaning based on upright or reversed position

4

Combine the card's guidance with your question

Example

Q: What should I focus on today? Card: Strength Reading: Approach challenges with gentleness and patience; trust your inner strength.
Three Card Spread
Beginner
3 Cards

Three Card Spread

Classic past-present-future spread providing comprehensive timeline perspective

Timeline AnalysisSituation OverviewDecision Reference

Structure

1Past
2Present
3Future

Card Positions

1

Past

2

Present

3

Future

Instructions

1

Clarify the situation or question you want to understand

2

Shuffle and draw three cards from left to right

3

The first card represents past influences

4

The second card represents current situation

5

The third card represents future trends

6

Interpret the combined meaning of all three cards

Example

Q: How will my relationship develop? Past: The Lovers β€” once had a deep emotional connection Present: Five of Wands β€” currently facing friction and disagreements Future: Ten of Cups β€” ultimately moving toward harmony and fulfillment
Relationship Spread
Intermediate
5 Cards

Relationship Spread

Five-card spread specifically designed for analyzing interpersonal relationships

Emotional AnalysisRelationshipsCommunication Issues

Structure

1
2
3
4
5

Card Positions

1

Your Feelings

2

Their Feelings

3

Relationship Status

4

Challenges

5

Advice

Instructions

1

Focus on the relationship you want to understand

2

Shuffle and draw five cards in order

3

Analyze the meaning of each position

4

Note the relationships between cards

5

Comprehensively interpret the overall relationship status

Example

Q: What is the current state of my relationship? Your Feelings: Four of Cups β€” feeling bored or dissatisfied Their Feelings: Two of Cups β€” still values the relationship Status: Five of Wands β€” communication friction exists Challenges: Three of Swords β€” past hurts affecting the present Advice: The Star β€” stay hopeful and communicate openly
Decision Spread
Intermediate
7 Cards

Decision Spread

Seven-card spread to help you make decisions between two choices

Important DecisionsChoice AnalysisPros and Cons

Structure

1
2
3
4
5
6
7

Card Positions

1

Current Situation

2

Option A

3

Option A Result

4

Option B

5

Option B Result

6

External Influence

7

Best Action

Instructions

1

Clearly define the two choices you face

2

Shuffle and draw seven cards according to spread layout

3

Analyze potential results of each choice

4

Consider the influence of external factors

5

Make wise decisions based on card guidance

Example

Q: Should I accept the new job or stay in my current role? Current: King of Wands β€” you have the maturity and skill Option A (new job): The Fool β€” an unknown but exciting new start Option A Result: The Sun β€” brings success and joy Option B (stay): Four of Wands β€” stability and security Option B Result: Eight of Pentacles β€” steady skill development External: Wheel of Fortune β€” timing is shifting Best Action: The Star β€” encourages pursuing your dreams
Celtic Cross
Advanced
10 Cards

Celtic Cross

The most classic and complex tarot spread providing comprehensive deep analysis

Comprehensive AnalysisDeep InterpretationLife Guidance

Structure

1
3
5
4
2
6
7
8
9
10

Card Positions

1

Current Situation

2

Challenge/Opportunity

3

Distant Past

4

Recent Past

5

Possible Outcome

6

Near Future

7

Your Approach

8

External Influence

9

Hopes and Fears

10

Final Outcome

Instructions

1

Prepare an important life question

2

Shuffle carefully and stay focused

3

Draw ten cards in cross formation layout

4

Start from center and interpret each position

5

Note connections between cards

6

Synthesize all information for complete reading

Example

Q: What direction should my career take? Situation: The Magician β€” you have all the tools needed Challenge: Eight of Swords β€” self-limitation and inner constraints Distant Past: Page of Wands β€” initial enthusiasm and passion Recent Past: Three of Pentacles β€” recent collaborative progress Possible Outcome: The World β€” successful completion of a major goal Near Future: Knight of Wands β€” a period of rapid advancement approaching Your Approach: The Emperor β€” advance with discipline and structure External: The High Priestess β€” silent support around you Hopes/Fears: The Lovers β€” longing to make the right choice Final Outcome: The Sun β€” success and recognition await
Horseshoe Spread
Intermediate
7 Cards

Horseshoe Spread

Seven-card horseshoe-shaped spread suitable for analyzing complex situations

Situation AnalysisProblem SolvingDevelopment Trends

Structure

1
2
3
4
5
6
7

Card Positions

1

Past

2

Present

3

Hidden Influence

4

Obstacles

5

External Help

6

Action Advice

7

Possible Outcome

Instructions

1

Think about the situation you want to understand deeply

2

Shuffle and arrange seven cards in horseshoe shape

3

Interpret from left side in order

4

Pay special attention to hidden influences and obstacles

5

Create action plan based on advice

Example

Q: How can I improve my work situation? Past: Ten of Pentacles β€” once enjoyed stability and abundance Present: Five of Swords β€” current conflict and setbacks Hidden: The Moon β€” unrecognized misunderstandings or fears Obstacles: The Devil β€” dependency on the status quo or unhealthy habits External Help: Six of Cups β€” old friends or past experience can support you Advice: King of Wands β€” take the initiative with confidence and leadership Outcome: The Star β€” improvement brings hope and new opportunities

Spread Usage Tips

Choosing the Right Spread

  • β€’ Use single or three-card spreads for simple questions
  • β€’ Choose multi-card spreads for complex situations
  • β€’ Use relationship spreads for emotional questions
  • β€’ Use decision spreads for important decisions

Interpretation Tips

  • β€’ Maintain an open and objective mindset
  • β€’ Note connections between cards
  • β€’ Combine intuition with rational analysis
  • β€’ Record divination results for review