# Tarot spreads and position guides 64 spreads Choose a structure for your question. Compare layouts by theme and number of positions, check the version and deck scope, then learn each position and practise with the card library. 64 spreads [Study exercise · Daily reflection · 1 position ## Single-card reflection One card, one focused question. A small structure for noticing a theme before deciding how it fits your day. ↗](https://tarotatlas.wiki/en/spreads/single-card/)[Reading layout · Getting started · 3 positions ## Past, present and possible direction A three-card timeline for examining how a situation developed and which current conditions may shape its next stage. ↗](https://tarotatlas.wiki/en/spreads/three-card/)[Reading layout · Choices · 5 positions ## Two-path decision spread Five positions compare two clearly defined options while keeping the same starting situation. Use it to organise questions about trade-offs. ↗](https://tarotatlas.wiki/en/spreads/two-paths/)[Reading layout · Exploring a problem · 4 positions ## Core question spread Four positions separate the central issue, a difficulty, a response and an available resource. Useful when a question has become tangled. ↗](https://tarotatlas.wiki/en/spreads/core-question/)[Study exercise · Exploring a problem · 5 positions ## Problem review: five-card exercise A five-part review of a problem: background, present conditions, environment, obstacles and a response to examine. ↗](https://tarotatlas.wiki/en/spreads/problem-solving/)[Study exercise · Relationships · 6 positions ## Relationship mirror spread Six positions place two perspectives side by side. They organise reflection on perceptions, the relationship and hopes for its direction. ↗](https://tarotatlas.wiki/en/spreads/relationship-mirror/)[Study exercise · Daily reflection · 7 positions ## Seven-day reflection spread Seven cards provide seven prompts for a week of observation. Start on any day and keep the sequence fixed. ↗](https://tarotatlas.wiki/en/spreads/weekly-reflection/)[Reading layout · A detailed reading · 10 positions ## Celtic Cross spread Ten positions explore a situation in layers, from the central issue to background, outside conditions and a possible direction. This guide uses one stated position order. ↗](https://tarotatlas.wiki/en/spreads/celtic-cross/)[Reading layout · Getting started · 3 positions ## Holy triangle Holy triangle uses 3 positions to examine cause, current situation and conditional development. Each position has a distinct role; read it together with the complete card meaning. ↗](https://tarotatlas.wiki/en/spreads/holy-triangle/)[Reading layout · Exploring a problem · 3 positions ## Problem-solving: three cards Problem-solving: three cards uses 3 positions to examine the origin of a problem, its present effects and a response. Each position has a distinct role; read it together with the complete card meaning. ↗](https://tarotatlas.wiki/en/spreads/problem-solving-three/)[Reading layout · Exploring a problem · 4 positions ## Four elements Four elements uses 4 positions to examine action, emotion, communication and practical conditions. Each position has a distinct role; read it together with the complete card meaning. ↗](https://tarotatlas.wiki/en/spreads/four-elements/)[Reading layout · Getting started · 4 positions ## Diamond spread Diamond spread uses 4 positions to examine the past, two aspects of the present and a possible future. Each position has a distinct role; read it together with the complete card meaning. ↗](https://tarotatlas.wiki/en/spreads/diamond/)[Reading layout · Relationships · 4 positions ## Lovers’ pyramid Lovers’ pyramid uses 4 positions to examine your position, the other perspective and the relationship. Each position has a distinct role; read it together with the complete card meaning. ↗](https://tarotatlas.wiki/en/spreads/lovers-pyramid/)[Reading layout · A detailed reading · 4 positions ## Self-exploration I: four aspects Self-exploration: four aspects uses 4 positions to examine personality, reasoning, feelings and values. Each position has a distinct role; read it together with the complete card meaning. ↗](https://tarotatlas.wiki/en/spreads/self-exploration/)[Reading layout · Relationships · 5 positions ## Love cross: five revealed cards Love cross: five revealed cards uses 5 positions to examine two perspectives, interaction, surroundings and possible development. Each position has a distinct role; read it together with the complete card meaning. ↗](https://tarotatlas.wiki/en/spreads/love-cross/)[Reading layout · Relationships · 5 positions ## Tree of love: five cards Tree of love: five cards uses 5 positions to examine your relationship through past, present, potential and hidden influences. Each position has a distinct role; read it together with the complete card meaning. ↗](https://tarotatlas.wiki/en/spreads/love-tree/)[Reading layout · Relationships · 5 positions ## Looking for a partner Looking for a partner uses 5 positions to examine your preferences, boundaries and approach to meeting someone. Each position has a distinct role; read it together with the complete card meaning. ↗](https://tarotatlas.wiki/en/spreads/partner-search/)[Reading layout · Relationships · 6 positions ## Friendship spread Friendship spread uses 6 positions to examine perceptions, the current bond and expectations on both sides. Each position has a distinct role; read it together with the complete card meaning. ↗](https://tarotatlas.wiki/en/spreads/friendship/)[Reading layout · Relationships · 6 positions ## Star of love Star of love uses 6 positions to examine the present relationship, two perspectives, its history and hopes. Each position has a distinct role; read it together with the complete card meaning. ↗](https://tarotatlas.wiki/en/spreads/love-star/)[Reading layout · Exploring a problem · 7 positions ## Hexagram: seven cards Hexagram: seven cards uses 7 positions to examine the timeline, strategy, environment, attitude and outcome. Each position has a distinct role; read it together with the complete card meaning. ↗](https://tarotatlas.wiki/en/spreads/hexagram/)[Reading layout · Exploring a problem · 7 positions ## V-shaped horseshoe: seven cards V-shaped horseshoe: seven cards uses 7 positions to examine the timeline, the subject, external conditions and your attitude. Each position has a distinct role; read it together with the complete card meaning. ↗](https://tarotatlas.wiki/en/spreads/horseshoe-seven/)[Reading layout · Choices · 7 positions ## Three paths: seven cards Three paths: seven cards uses 7 positions to examine three options under the same starting conditions. Each position has a distinct role; read it together with the complete card meaning. ↗](https://tarotatlas.wiki/en/spreads/three-paths/)[Reading layout · A detailed reading · 7 positions ## Seven planets Seven planets uses 7 positions to examine seven symbolic areas of everyday life. Each position has a distinct role; read it together with the complete card meaning. ↗](https://tarotatlas.wiki/en/spreads/seven-planets/)[Reading layout · Exploring a problem · 8 positions ## Pearl necklace Pearl necklace uses 8 positions to examine your focus, motivation, blind spots, action and longer-term direction. Each position has a distinct role; read it together with the complete card meaning. ↗](https://tarotatlas.wiki/en/spreads/pearl-necklace/)[Reading layout · Relationships · 8 positions ## Venus love spread Venus love spread uses 8 positions to examine two perspectives, mutual effects, obstacles and possible development. Each position has a distinct role; read it together with the complete card meaning. ↗](https://tarotatlas.wiki/en/spreads/venus-love/)[Reading layout · Exploring a problem · 9 positions ## Wish spread Wish spread uses 9 positions to examine a goal, current resources, actions and contingencies. Each position has a distinct role; read it together with the complete card meaning. ↗](https://tarotatlas.wiki/en/spreads/wish/)[Reading layout · Choices · 9 positions ## Two choices: nine-card comparison Two choices: nine-card comparison uses 9 positions to examine the progress and difficulties of two options in paired cards. Each position has a distinct role; read it together with the complete card meaning. ↗](https://tarotatlas.wiki/en/spreads/choice-nine/)[Reading layout · A detailed reading · 10 positions ## Tree of life Tree of life uses 10 positions to examine ten symbolic roles from intention to practical expression. Each position has a distinct role; read it together with the complete card meaning. ↗](https://tarotatlas.wiki/en/spreads/tree-of-life/)[Reading layout · Exploring a problem · 11 positions ## Pharaoh’s door Pharaoh’s door uses 11 positions to examine a goal, barriers, support and the implementation of an idea. Each position has a distinct role; read it together with the complete card meaning. ↗](https://tarotatlas.wiki/en/spreads/pharaohs-door/)[Reading layout · Daily reflection · 13 positions ## Year ahead: twelve months and a theme Year ahead: twelve months and a theme uses 13 positions to examine monthly themes and an overall perspective for one calendar year. Each position has a distinct role; read it together with the complete card meaning. ↗](https://tarotatlas.wiki/en/spreads/year-ahead/)[Reading layout · Exploring a problem · 13 positions ## Work and career: thirteen cards Work and career: thirteen cards uses 13 positions to examine work values, conditions, relationships and practical progress. Each position has a distinct role; read it together with the complete card meaning. ↗](https://tarotatlas.wiki/en/spreads/career-thirteen/)[Reading layout · A detailed reading · 13 positions ## Twelve houses: thirteen cards Twelve houses: thirteen cards uses 13 positions to examine twelve symbolic life areas and an overall key. Each position has a distinct role; read it together with the complete card meaning. ↗](https://tarotatlas.wiki/en/spreads/houses-thirteen/)[Reading layout · Daily reflection · 14 positions ## One week: fourteen cards One week: fourteen cards uses 14 positions to examine two aspects for each day of a specified Monday–Sunday week. Each position has a distinct role; read it together with the complete card meaning. ↗](https://tarotatlas.wiki/en/spreads/weekly-pairs/)[Reading layout · Daily reflection · 14 positions ## Two weeks: fourteen days Two weeks: fourteen days uses 14 positions to examine fourteen consecutive days from an agreed starting date. Each position has a distinct role; read it together with the complete card meaning. ↗](https://tarotatlas.wiki/en/spreads/fortnight/)[Reading layout · A detailed reading · 17 positions ## Twelve houses and four elements Twelve houses and four elements uses 17 positions to examine twelve life areas, an overall key and four elemental summaries. Each position has a distinct role; read it together with the complete card meaning. ↗](https://tarotatlas.wiki/en/spreads/houses-seventeen/)[Reading layout · A detailed reading · 18 positions ## Spiral: eighteen cards Spiral: eighteen cards uses 18 positions to examine a situation from outer conditions towards a central conclusion. Each position has a distinct role; read it together with the complete card meaning. ↗](https://tarotatlas.wiki/en/spreads/spiral/)[Reading layout · A detailed reading · 21 positions ## Seven-pointed star: twenty-one cards Seven-pointed star: twenty-one cards uses 21 positions to examine seven themes explored in three-card groups. Each position has a distinct role; read it together with the complete card meaning. ↗](https://tarotatlas.wiki/en/spreads/seven-pointed-star/)[Reading layout · A detailed reading · 22 positions ## Solomon’s star: twenty-two Major Arcana Solomon’s star: twenty-two Major Arcana uses 22 positions to examine seven three-card groups with the World as a fixed reference. Each position has a distinct role; read it together with the complete card meaning. ↗](https://tarotatlas.wiki/en/spreads/solomons-star/)[Reading layout · Relationships · 7 positions ## Marriage: seven cards Marriage: seven cards uses 7 positions to examine your role, the relationship’s history, difficulties, hopes and fears. Each position has a distinct role; read it together with the complete card meaning. ↗](https://tarotatlas.wiki/en/spreads/marriage/)[Reading layout · Relationships · 4 positions ## Relationship triangle: four cards Relationship triangle: four cards explores your situation, obstacles, influences and choice. The diagram identifies 4 roles; the instructions explain how to draw and read them. ↗](https://tarotatlas.wiki/en/spreads/triangle-relationships/)[Reading layout · A detailed reading · 4 positions ## Self-exploration II Self-exploration II explores inner life, spiritual life, knowledge and emotional life. The diagram identifies 4 roles; the instructions explain how to draw and read them. ↗](https://tarotatlas.wiki/en/spreads/self-exploration-two/)[Reading layout · Exploring a problem · 5 positions ## X-shaped spread X-shaped spread explores attitude, timing, prospects, influences and development. The diagram identifies 5 roles; the instructions explain how to draw and read them. ↗](https://tarotatlas.wiki/en/spreads/x-cross/)[Reading layout · A detailed reading · 6 positions ## Future development: six areas Future development: six areas explores your situation, relationships, work, resources and achievements. The diagram identifies 6 roles; the instructions explain how to draw and read them. ↗](https://tarotatlas.wiki/en/spreads/future-development/)[Reading layout · A detailed reading · 7 positions ## Karmic spread Karmic spread explores life patterns, purpose, development and lessons. The diagram identifies 7 roles; the instructions explain how to draw and read them. ↗](https://tarotatlas.wiki/en/spreads/karmic/)[Reading layout · Exploring a problem · 7 positions ## Wine cup Wine cup explores attitude, the key and response, a timeline and conclusion. The diagram identifies 7 roles; the instructions explain how to draw and read them. ↗](https://tarotatlas.wiki/en/spreads/wine-cup/)[Reading layout · Relationships · 7 positions ## Radiant heart Radiant heart explores relationship conditions, change, awareness and desire. The diagram identifies 7 roles; the instructions explain how to draw and read them. ↗](https://tarotatlas.wiki/en/spreads/radiant-heart/)[Reading layout · Relationships · 7 positions ## Seven-card relationship overview Seven-card relationship overview explores the situation, two people, causes, cautions and a response. The diagram identifies 7 roles; the instructions explain how to draw and read them. ↗](https://tarotatlas.wiki/en/spreads/seven-card-forecast/)[Reading layout · A detailed reading · 7 positions ## Star-shaped spread: seven cards Star-shaped spread: seven cards explores current conditions, work, emotions, development, hopes and problems. The diagram identifies 7 roles; the instructions explain how to draw and read them. ↗](https://tarotatlas.wiki/en/spreads/star-seven/)[Reading layout · Relationships · 7 positions ## Tree of lovers: seven cards Tree of lovers: seven cards explores two perspectives, the relationship, actions and changes. The diagram identifies 7 roles; the instructions explain how to draw and read them. ↗](https://tarotatlas.wiki/en/spreads/lovers-tree-seven/)[Reading layout · Exploring a problem · 8 positions ## Horseshoe: eight cards Horseshoe: eight cards explores attitude, a timeline, choices, environment and obstacles. The diagram identifies 8 roles; the instructions explain how to draw and read them. ↗](https://tarotatlas.wiki/en/spreads/horseshoe-eight/)[Reading layout · A detailed reading · 8 positions ## Inner guidance Inner guidance explores focus, motivation, blind spots, action and integration. The diagram identifies 8 roles; the instructions explain how to draw and read them. ↗](https://tarotatlas.wiki/en/spreads/inner-guidance/)[Reading layout · A detailed reading · 9 positions ## Ruling goddess Ruling goddess explores thinking, intuition, feelings, fears, desires and uncertainty. The diagram identifies 9 roles; the instructions explain how to draw and read them. ↗](https://tarotatlas.wiki/en/spreads/ruling-goddess/)[Reading layout · A detailed reading · 9 positions ## Past and present life: symbolic exploration Past and present life: symbolic exploration explores a symbolic earlier self, current patterns and learning. The diagram identifies 9 roles; the instructions explain how to draw and read them. ↗](https://tarotatlas.wiki/en/spreads/past-present-life/)[Reading layout · A detailed reading · 10 positions ## State of mind State of mind explores your current state, memories, thinking styles and influences. The diagram identifies 10 roles; the instructions explain how to draw and read them. ↗](https://tarotatlas.wiki/en/spreads/mental-state/)[Reading layout · A detailed reading · 10 positions ## Mirror spread: ten cards Mirror spread: ten cards explores the key, your situation, overlooked factors and action. The diagram identifies 10 roles; the instructions explain how to draw and read them. ↗](https://tarotatlas.wiki/en/spreads/mirror-ten/)[Reading layout · A detailed reading · 10 positions ## Fortune spread Fortune spread explores causes, circumstances, progress and optional guidance. The diagram identifies 10 roles; the instructions explain how to draw and read them. ↗](https://tarotatlas.wiki/en/spreads/fortune-ten/)[Reading layout · A detailed reading · 10 positions ## Time spread: mixed deck Time spread: mixed deck explores a major-card reference and three time periods. The diagram identifies 10 roles; the instructions explain how to draw and read them. ↗](https://tarotatlas.wiki/en/spreads/time-ten/)[Reading layout · Relationships · 13 positions ## True feelings: thirteen cards True feelings: thirteen cards explores two perspectives across past, present and future. The diagram identifies 13 roles; the instructions explain how to draw and read them. ↗](https://tarotatlas.wiki/en/spreads/true-feelings-thirteen/)[Reading layout · A detailed reading · 1 position ## Number synthesis Number synthesis explores one upright reference derived from seven major cards. The diagram identifies 1 roles; the instructions explain how to draw and read them. ↗](https://tarotatlas.wiki/en/spreads/number-synthesis/)[Reading layout · Exploring a problem · 5 positions ## Great cross: derived result Great cross: derived result explores external influences, origin, response and a derived result. The diagram identifies 5 roles; the instructions explain how to draw and read them. ↗](https://tarotatlas.wiki/en/spreads/great-cross/)[Reading layout · A detailed reading · 23 positions ## Sphinx: reference and covered cards Sphinx: reference and covered cards explores a shared reference and grouped present and future themes. The diagram identifies 23 roles; the instructions explain how to draw and read them. ↗](https://tarotatlas.wiki/en/spreads/sphinx/)[Physical card game · A detailed reading · 38 positions ## Queens’ constellation: card game Queens’ constellation: card game explores matching ranks on two sides. The diagram identifies 38 roles; the instructions explain how to draw and read them. ↗](https://tarotatlas.wiki/en/spreads/queens-game/)[Physical card game · A detailed reading · 24 positions ## Monthly difficulties: conditional card game Monthly difficulties: conditional card game explores monthly pairs and conditional clarifiers. The diagram identifies 24 roles; the instructions explain how to draw and read them. ↗](https://tarotatlas.wiki/en/spreads/monthly-troubles-game/)[Physical card game · A detailed reading · 56 positions ## End of the labyrinth: path game End of the labyrinth: path game explores a suit-directed path through all minor cards. The diagram identifies 56 roles; the instructions explain how to draw and read them. ↗](https://tarotatlas.wiki/en/spreads/labyrinth-game/)