| 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. The Renaissance Tarot is a modern deck, with symbolism drawn from the heroic age and rendered in renaissance style. This deck is an excellent choice for exploring questions of passion, mastery, and the inner workings of human reason. If you would like your own copy of the Renaissance Tarot, you can buy it now! |
 | The card not shown but at the center of the cross, represents the atmosphere surrounding the central issue. Two of Coins (Change): Unusual turn of events. Unexpected difficulties. Untried emotions. Uncharacteristic behavior. |
 | 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. Six of Swords (Science): A daring expedition. An excursion or trip. Courageous act. Show of bravery. |
 | The card at the top of the cross represents your goal, or the best you can achieve without a dramatic change of priorities. Seven of Coins (Assessment): A step forward, accomplished with grace and skill. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. Ten of Cups (Satiety): The union of love and the soul. Happiness in love. Balance in friendship. Joyful equanimity in oneself. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. Three of Coins (Works), when reversed: Imbalance. Imperfection. Mediocrity. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. King of Coins: A master of the material world. A man of affairs who is successful, expert and pragmatic. One who extracts wealth from its hiding places. A builder. A pillar of family, clan and community. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. The Lovers, when reversed: Love unrequited, star-crossed, soured, illicit, blind or foolish. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. The Moon, when reversed: Gradual clarity. New hope. Light of dawn. |
 | The card second from the top of the staff represents your hopes, fears, or an unexpected element that will come into play. The Star, when reversed: Fleeting peace. Melancholy. Pensiveness. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. Six of Coins (Success), when reversed: Refusal to help others. Pomposity. Stinginess. |
