Spread
Divination
REVIEWED
HIGH
SEED_DATA
A specific layout pattern for dealing tarot cards, where each position has a defined meaning.
A spread assigns meaning to card positions — the same card means different things depending on whether it appears in the 'past,' 'present,' 'future,' 'obstacle,' or 'advice' position. Common spreads include the Three Card Spread, the Celtic Cross (10 cards), and single-card daily draws. Custom spreads can be designed for specific questions.
Significance
The spread is the structural framework that transforms individual card meanings into a narrative. Position context is critical — a card in the 'obstacle' position reads very differently than the same card in 'advice.'