| 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. The Judgment, when reversed: Delay. Procrastination. Mediocrity. Indecision. |
 | 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. Ace of Cups, when reversed: Love unsatisfied or unrequited. Love trickling away, eroded by time, thoughtlessness and selfishness. |
 | The card at the top of the cross represents your goal, or the best you can achieve without a dramatic change of priorities. Six of Cups (Pleasure), when reversed: Renunciation of the past. New resolve to face the future. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. King of Cups, when reversed: An ineffectual, unsteady person, talented but emotionally at sea. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. Eight of Coins (Prudence), when reversed: Vanity. Dishonesty. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. Eight of Cups (Indolence): A moment of surrender to external forces. Capitulation to inner promptings. Giving in to temptation. Giving oneself over to oblivion, to intoxication, to sleep. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. The Emperor: Worldly authority. Professional success. Social power. The life of action and decision, especially in politics and business. Patriarch, clan leader, and pater familias. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. Ten of Staves (Oppression): A final trial before an enduring reward. The greater the struggle, the greater the reward. |
 | The card second from the top of the staff represents your hopes, fears, or an unexpected element that will come into play. The Star: Blessedness. Tranquility. Beauty. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. Seven of Coins (Assessment): A step forward, accomplished with grace and skill. |
