Gypsy Oracle Cards in layout

The block of 9 layout is a popular spread to use as well. No question is needed prior to shuffling and the cards will fall accordingly.
You should decide ahead of time what the rows and columns will mean. This layout can give quite extensive predictions (or forecasting -see Mary K. Greer’s article on this subject)  or it can give you a scan or overview of past, current and future. 

For the purpose of the study post, I will assign only the rows. However, I will reference combinations too.
ROW  #1 - recent past

DEATH, DESPAIR, MISFORTUNE

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ROW #2 - current

LOVER, ENEMY, HOUSE

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ROW #3 - pending future

CONVERSATION, FAITHFULNESS, GIFT

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Instead you could designate the columns with the same headings, it is entirely up to you. Also, crisscrossing the cards is common in the spread to give additional information.

It depends if you want to do an in-depth reading and if you are reading someone else I would suggest reading all the columns, rows and diagonals including the card combinations that fall together or separate.

Interpretation of this study layout is forthcoming.    

DEATH, DESPAIR, MISFORTUNE- Top row - the recent past.

At first glance these 3 cards speak of some disturbing situation that probably just happened.  It can be anything from a break up in a relationship to the loss of complete hope in regards to a situation.  The DESPAIR card depicts a man with a gun to his head.  Well at least he’s dressed for the occasion.   I think the point of this card is to emphasize the stupidity of how we sometimes over dramatize events in our lives. It’s like saying to yourself & not really meaning it, “I might as well just kill myself”.  It’s one of those off the cuff statements.  

Something did happen, though.  The DEATH card has brought a message of defeat and the MISFORTUNE card supports the theme speaking loud and clearly  ”if anything went wrong - it did”.  With any DEATH card there is the opportunity for rebirth.  The gun in the DESPAIR card can mean news.  The traditional European meaning for dreaming about a gun is “news”. If you hear the gun shot, the news is coming immediately and is surprising in nature.

I want to read the DESPAIR card as information that has been delivered with some serious consequences.  At this point scanning the other cards is a good idea.  What is this news about?  

LOVER, ENEMY, HOUSE - Middle row - current/now.

Here we gain more information regarding the preceding row.  Two valuable clues lie within the LOVER and the HOUSE cards.  If the person getting the reading is a female, the LOVER will represent her significant other and he will play a very important role in her life especially over the next few days or even weeks.  If it is a male seeking the advice of the cards - it is his card, and he is directly involved with the event(s).

The DEATH card above the LOVER card will tell you the female has just experience a major change in the dynamics of her relationship.  If a male, he is weighed down with a situation that has left him no choice but to  start anew or to think of other alternatives.  The ENEMY card warns of potential dangers in this new direction of events.  It also means that the female or male with have to be guarded in matters pertaining to the home (emotions).  

The MISFORTUNE card is above the HOUSE card and there is every indication this is about a family/home upset.  Well for a temporary time at least.  The feeling I get from the cards so far is that it is not as bad as it looks.  I get this from looking at the bottom row of cards- they are all positive in nature.  If they were not, then whatever this situation is- it will most likely have drastic results that will require immediate attention.

CONVERSATION, FAITHFULNESS, GIFT - Bottom row - potential result or future.

If female, she will kiss and make up with her significant other.  They will have lengthy discussions which will restore the trust (FAITHFULNESS) within the relationship or situation involving him.  In fact he might even buy her something to get on her good side or as a “I’m sorry present”.

If male, he will snap out of this mood of doom and gloom.  His confidence comes back and he realizes that he blew the entire situation out of proportion.  In the end, he will benefit (GIFT) from this situation because he decided to shed his guard (ENEMY) and to stop thinking the world is against him (DESPAIR).

I bet you there are probably another dozen or so interpretations with these 9 cards.  My interpretation is only one way of looking at these cards based on the categories I assigned to the rows. 

The worst is over no matter if the person getting the reading is female or male.  The pending future is filled with promise of happiness and a settling down of the chaos represented by the top 3 cards.

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Study Layout using Vera Sibilla Italiana

 

The Simple Elements Layout using the one of the Sibilla decks.

QUESTION: Will B. get a promotion?

CARD #1 - Current thoughts. The card that falls in this spot will reveal to you where the energy of your thoughts is. It does not matter which [way] you selected to do this reading.

IL LADRO 10 of Diamonds. (Thief)

This card is common in the sibilla style decks. When it falls in this first spot it suggests that B. is in a negative frame of mind regarding the promotion that he wants. He is thinking of all things that could go wrong instead of focusing on what could go right. The Ladro card is indicating that B. is feeling much low self esteem at this time and he is hiding his insecurities by putting on a daring front.

B. needs to change his attitude or he will attract the possible theft of his promotion by not getting it.

CARD #2 - Your feelings. The second card will expose the emotions going on. The feelings can range.

PRIGIONE 9 of Spades. (Prison)

Another common card among the sibilla style decks. This card is suppose to reflect B.’s emotions surrounding his question. As you can see in the image he is chained to a pillar. The Prigione card is warning B. that his feelings are self defeating. He must change his outlook and fast. The first 2 cards are colored in darkness where there should be optimism. B.’s emotions are holding him captive and if he ever thought that he would get a promotion with his head dragging on the ground filled with self doubt- it would truly be a miracle.

CARD #3 - Plan of action. The card that has been placed here will provide options or a suggestive energy to apply directly connected to cards #1 & #2. This is what you should do. Depending on which card falls here, a way to the solution will be shown. If you see a card of inaction and you do not change that then do not be surprised if the result in card #4 is negative or not to your liking. Of course there are times when no action is the best course but you will have to intuitively determine that yourself.

ALLEGRIA 9 of Clubs. (merriment)

Ahh finally, a more positive card. The advice of Allegria is to loosen up and to stop worrying about the promotion. Go out and have a good time. Obviously, B. should give his own head a good shake and start to think more optimistically. He should actually be anticipating a reason for celebration.

Card #3 provides options or a suggestive energy to apply directly connected to cards #1 & #2. This is what you should do. B. has to lift the veil of his own poor attitude and to  utilize the advice of card 3.

CARD #4 - What can happen. The last card is the result, outcome or probable solution. Here you will find what happens when you apply action coupled with emotions regarding something on your mind. The previous cards will be very beneficial to you because within each card is a promise for success regardless if initially it appears negative. You have a choice in most areas of your life. This card will show you the by-product of your efforts.

L’AMANTE Jack of Hearts. (Lover)

It looks like B. will be playing at his own celebration. L’amante promises a good outcome. It will not be the exact results he was hoping for in so far as the promotion. The reason I am saying this is because in the image he is awaiting his sweetheart to come to the window or door. He is serenading the object of his love. This means the promotion is not complete and he will still have to do some fancy foot work to get where he really wants to be. Or perhaps play the song his boss wants.

It looks like B. will take the advice of card #3 which will lead him to the materialization of card #4

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Marriage question using Lenormand

The Simple 6 card layout is used to illustrate the question. Male B. is the seeker of the Lenormand session. Layouts need not be complicated- keep it simple. You can replace the past, present, future rows with other identifications, such as, decision made/results of decision/how will my decision affect me…. and so on.

The suggested meanings in quotation marks are from the tab beneath the header called LENORMAND CARD meanings 1-36 Question: Will B get married?

PAST- top 2 cards. LETTER + CROSS

27. LETTER – Covers a vast amount of areas –the written word. Easy enough to figure out by looking at the nearby cards. News, announcements, memos etc. Coupled with the BIRDS card juicy gossip. With the PARK card an invitation to a gathering or party. Near the CROSS card- disturbing news. When the SCYTHE & COFFIN cards are involved – obituary.

36. CROSS – A test. Related to Karmic situations. It’s a sure thing. In the positive aspects of this card there is a promise of completion. Describes something important. Coupled with the HOUSE card- negative news approaches regarding a family member. With the Moon card –profound thoughts. Near the SHIP card- a trip out of necessity.

.B received some important news in the recent past regarding his question about marriage. It appears as though there has been a final commitment (CROSS)or some type of resolution which has put an end to the many questions in his mind. Maybe the wedding invitations (LETTER)were just sent or an appointment has been made with a religious official. The CROSS card can represent a church as well.

PRESENT- middle 2 cards. HEART + ANCHOR

24. HEART- The positive emotional level, however it is influenced greatly by surrounding cards. The love department in a person’s life. Good cards nearby reinforce the strength of feelings contained within. Affection, caring. As a person (Jack of Hearts) suggests a romantic or potential love interest. Coupled with the GENTLEMAN card will describe a love-filled individual. Near the CROSS card- a Karmic affair with a fated feeling. With the DOG card-doesn’t get much better –utmost loyalty in love.

35. ANCHOR – What you do for a living. Strengthens neighboring cards so that there is more security. Finding the target or goal. As a characteristic, someone who is dependable. Coupled with the WHIP card will indicate 2 jobs. With the MOUSE card –loss of position.

.In the current state surrounding B there is a strong suggestion that love is here to stay. The ANCHOR card reinforces the power of the love within the HEART card. There still is some work (ANCHOR) to do and that is understandable as there is a wedding to plan.

FUTURE- bottom 2 cards. LADY + HOUSE

29. LADY- Female seeker of cards. The partner of the male getting the reading. When the GENTLEMAN & LADY cards fall in the “now” spot the suggestion is that these 2 people will see each other (if living apart) or be caught up in an important situation. Coupled with the MOON card- an emotional personality. With the MOUNTAIN card-unable to express feelings.When the BOOK card is beside either of these two cards & falling in the future spots, it can indicate meeting someone new especially if the CHILD card is involved. With the STORK card- return of a former lover or friend.

4. HOUSE = Wherever you live. When this card is beside the SHIP it can suggest a houseboat or trailer. Matters concerning the family members. A father or head of the household (King of Cups). Property.

.These two cards are suppose to answer the question. Lucky for B, his special LADY falls in the future spot. This is a very good omen as far as “people showing up in the future”. She is thinking about wanting a family (HOUSE) and all the wonderful things that go along with that. Her feelings of love a deep and unwavering. It looks like daddy (King of Cups) will lend a helping hand in all the preparations to come. Often parents do not or can not participate in a wedding. Yes it looks affirmative for B to get married.

Follow up on previous reading.

Below you will see part of a Tarot reading from the February 10/08  entry involving Veronica.  

This post is a follow up to  the original question, “will Veronica go back to her previous work environment?”.  I can do this today because I have received confirmation as to the unfolding of this reading.  It is now approaching 3 months since this Tarot reading was done.  Today’s analysis of this reading is done in yellow. —————–>

Brief interpretation of Lenormand layout

The meanings that I am using below are taken from the tab called Lenormand 1-36 beneath the header.

No assigned positions were given to me from the comments section for this 9 card layout. I will designate column #1 as the past, column #2 as the current and column #3 as the immediate future.

My brief interpretation using the 9 cards below will demonstrate at least 9 possible summaries.

Dog coffin ship
sun rider book
tree house man

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Tarot of the New Vision guidance

I tend to ask the same question (previous post) using several decks that are non related in system. I find it very interesting to compare the readings after a certain time has lapsed. My main curiosity is in the manifestation process and which deck provides the most accurate interpretation.

The interpretation is lengthy but it is done to demonstrate what goes through my mind when reading these cards. I am using the Tarot of the New Vision in the traditional Celtic cross layout. This deck gives a different artistic slant to the cards and induces other feelings when using just the imagery. ( & keeping the core meanings in mind). I have shown two separate images below, the center cross and the staff.

Also, I reverse 3 cards while I shuffle. In this layout position 8 holds the Reversal energy of the 7 of Wands.

card 1. 2 Pentacles- duality in a financial situation. As a situation card it would suggest a choice between working at 2 jobs, or between 2 jobs. Veronica is currently working for a company but is creatively stifled. In the image you can see the sheep grazing in the background, with a bird of prey looming close by in the sky.

card 2. 8 Pentacles- learning of new skills. As the challenge or opportunity card I see this definitely as a positive influence in relation to the original question of returning to a previous work environment. The cards gives me a feeling of creative expansion through honing skills. It shows what is possible to achieve once you learn how to use the tools of the trade. The nearly finished sculpture in the background is proof of that.

card 3. - 7 Cups- emotional confusion. As the basis or foundation of this reading the 7 of cups suggests Veronica is letting her imagination get the better of her. She is dreaming of all the possibilities before her, however her emotions are scattered into various directions. Actually she is overwhelmed by the questions in her mind. The two females in the image are hoping or are in an apprehensive state - this can symbolize the process Veronica is going through.

card 4. - Knight of Pentacles. What has just happened and is still in the activation state. There is a work or money related opportunity at the beginning stages. The ox in the image symbolizes a slow but persistent energy. Things are moving but not quickly. The knight on the horse is staring at the pentacle in his right hand and is dressed in full armor ready for a financial fight. He is in a “pause” stage while reviewing his plans. He is not about to rush into anything……………..

Pages of Shustah(c) guidance

If you have been reading some of the Pages of Shustah© posts you might remember Veronica.

A situation has come up for her that could involve her returning to a job she held last year (the position which was not renewed by contract). Her question today is whether or not another opportunity would come up in the comings months regarding this job. The reason she is asking is because she had heard through the “grapevine” about a potential vacancy.

I asked the Pages of Shustah©

“will Veronica go back to her previous work environment?”

(the image is used to illustrate the Shustah© in this reading)

JOURNEY. Green 8- Situation around the question.

HOLY PIGS. Yellow 5- The current influences around the question.

SPINNING TOP. Yellow 9- The outcome or answer to the question.

LITTLE FOXES. Red 2- The unknown factor ( I like to pull a 4th card to reveal additional information that is either a challenge or blessing)

JOURNEY -green colored cards indicate progress or free moving energy. The Journey card suggests that there is a goal or objective in this situation with a destination. The road in the image is not straight and indicates the potential of moving through the overpass. This card is filled with promise because there are no evident blockages.

HOLY PIGS - The energy surround the current influences is powerful. This is a card of good luck as stated in the accompanying book. It will require a nurturing process and suggests that Veronica’s desire to return to the former job will fulfill an emotional need she has. It is also a matter of financial survival. The energy of this card is within certain boundaries depicted by the fence in the background of the image.

SPINNING TOP - The answer to the question is another yellow card - suggesting gain and awareness. There is an element of a big surprise coming. Coupled with the HOLY PIGS, the surprise points to complete abundance and a high probability that Veronica will return to this former work environment.

But perhaps not in the way she is anticipating or in the job that she has gotten word of through the grapevine. The Spinning Top is a card that also can reveal information that might be in Veronica’s best interest but I get the feeling it would benefit others in the process as well….. maybe the person who relayed this news to her.

Although the Spinning Top card is generally positive energy, there is the element of a “twist” of fate within this card. It is not known if the little clown in the picture is full of mischief.

Read Rev. Foor’s Insights on the LITTLE FOXES - I chose a 4th card as clarification to the Spinning Top- the answer card, because I wanted to see if this surprise will continue the positive energy of the HOLY PIGS card. When I saw the red card I had mixed feelings.

Red cards in the Shustah© deck usually point to disappointments of one kind or another, delays or challenges. This is not always negative because without adversity we do not recognize accomplishments.

The Little Foxes suggest interference. There is a strong message contained within this card for Veronica to look at her own objectives as to why she would want to return to the former work environment. I also get the feeling that she may have been misinformed and that the person giving her the inside scoop of this potential opportunity has motives or goals of her own. It boils down to “what is in it for me”. Unfortunately, some people do not help others without strings. And in many cases where this is so - both parties benefit in the end.

UPDATE:FEB 17- Veronica got information that a decision is in the infancy stage. The person that originally gave her the lead on this opportunity could not divulge any further information due to the delicate nature of “office politics”. She was advised not to give up and to be patient….. more on this as it develops. Is it the LITTLE FOXES keeping secrets?

In my overall summary of the cards, I expressed to Veronica that there is more information that she will receive regarding this “past” work environment. Something has not been factored, and there is an obvious element that will come to light very shortly.

The Little Foxes combined with the Spinning Top produces a word of Caution. Red and Yellow = orange= caution.

The real question is whether or not Veronica is really in a position whereby she would be considered for this employment opportunity despite her previous experience. I also get the feeling that this situation has “a curve ball” which I suspect is fast approaching perhaps within the week. For the most part the cards’ energies are good.

Big Wish as outcome (updated Dec 20)

VERONICA from a former post in October has decided to apply for another job.I did not meet in person with her but I did draw three cards from the Pages of Shustah©.Her question was simple, “will I get the job at xyz company?” The interview is on Thursday Dec. 20th.When I saw the last card in the Shustah© trio I recalled the last time this card made it’s appearance. If you click on the word VERONICA in the first sentence the link will take you to the previous reading.

Position 1 -generally represents the situation around the person asking the question.RED 11. The Spying Page.

This card is perfect for the way Veronica is feeling lately. Her confidence is not at 100% capacity due to setbacks in both in job & personal life. She is not happy that her other contract position was so short-lived. In the image you can see the Page sitting on a log waiting for some action. The Page looks ready to leap at a seconds notice. You can sense that this Page is listening and observing. In the background is a thick bush which could conceal an onlooker.

Position 2 - will describe the issue or question at hand. Sometimes the middle card is the view of others who are involved in the question or in the person’s life at the time the question is asked. More times than not the center cards expands on the first one, which leads to the third one- the outcome.

GREEN (green is productive & increasing energy) 14. Lord of Contemplation. When I meditate on this lord I see the peacock headdress that surrounds him to be filled with feathers. Often resembling a goat’s face (mentioned in other posts) today I do not see that as clearly. What my eyes are drawn to is his nose. Flat and wide as it is but it reminds me of a pig instead, ha-ha.Veronica is thinking about this pending interview and is totally focused on money. The right foot of the lord is firmly set on top of a large coin. The wands he holds in his left hand looks like a golf club today. Different symbols are stronger in the image of the card than usual. I get the feeling of a person being disenchanted or experiencing loss of interest. The feeling of ho-hum. This card is suppose to be about reflection and meditation. Both the Red 11 and Green 14 are in a position of “stand by”. Perhaps Veronica feels like that too.

Position 3- the outcome, result or conclusion. The most likely answer.

BLUE 9. The Big Wish. Fabulous card. The answer is yes and it points to the fulfillment of a large desire. All of Veronica’s waiting and thinking could very well end up with her jumping up & down with joy. Getting off the log- so to speak. Veronica had the Big Wish the last time I asked the Shustah© card a question for her.

Her wish came true in that other reading but not in the way she expected - it was even better than imagined. I’ll post the result of this reading when I get word from Veronica.

..looks like there may be a formating bug..which is why the entries are corrected & reposted….

[UPDATE: DEC 20th - Sure enough the Pages of Shustah© were right on again -awesome news for Veronica. She begins her new job the 1st week of January 2008. As an afterthought, the Lord of Contemplation may be hinting that Veronica could be bored at this new position ... time will tell]

Ditto! on Shustah(c) & standard Playing cards

 

Red 1 Death……………………….Blue 9 Big Wish

.I got a telephone call from Veronica today. She was very excited to tell me that she has received another opportunity despite the fact her contract was not renewed by the organization. I mentioned to her that it sure didn’t look promising but I never got a complete No or really negative cards in relation to her question. And she agreed that she was too quick to judge the reading and it was just a matter of time for the promise of potentialities to materialize.

It is not even 1 week since the cut off time for Veronica to find out about the contract renewal or other opportunities. As I read my own interpretation from the original 3 cards, this is what I said on Oct 21st,

“As I study Red 1 and Blue 9 my intuition tells me that a wish will come true but not in the way that is expected. I don’t get an overall positive feeling for the outcome. Anytime the wish card in Tarot 9 of cups is surrounded by negative cards it points to the unlikelihood of direct manifestation. The fact that the Big Wish is the last card tells me that something will develop, perhaps another opportunity for Veronica that stems from her original contact with that organization but maybe not within the organization. It could be the “drop of a name” reference or referral.”

Veronica was referred to another organization that could utilize her skills. The lead came from a female that was connected to the original job. This came up plain as day in the 6 card standard playing card reading. It is shown below.

see previous POST

.The Queen of Diamonds was the pivot or hinge card in the 6 card layout. This is precisely what happened.

I said, “The Queen of Diamonds is looking at the 6 of clubs. The responsibility of employment is in the hands of the Queen. This can develop in many ways. If it is Veronica’s card- then it is up to her to seize another opportunity. If it is a female manager- it could point to the discussion about an extension or something entirely different but within the same organization. If the Queen represents another co-worker there could be a situation come up that will enable this extension of the contract but not in the way that is obvious at the moment.”

“The responsibility of employment is in the hands of the Queen.” The Queen was the lady who made the referral & the Queen was Veronica because she had to accept the new position. Ditto!

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more on Shustah(c) Death + Wish

Pages of Shustah(c) Red 1 Death & Blue 9 Big Wish

.These 2 cards came up in a previous post using a 3-card-layout. Here we have a NO and a YES side by side. This duo suggests the death of a wish. Even though the Blue 9 is the last card suggesting the fulfillment of something near and dear to the person involved in the reading it does not mean it will be attained in the way that had been hoped for. The Red 1 card put a stop to that. On the bright side of the interpretation, out of the death or ending comes a new opportunity or beginning which can lead to the manifestation of “a wish” coming true.

In our example from the previous post Veronica wondered if another opportunity would come to her from that organization if her contract was not renewed (and it was not). It sure does not look like it or she would have been told yesterday. When you look at the red card it seems as though the grim reaper is getting ready to chop up all those hearts in the blue card. And perhaps her wishes were born out of nothing- something that could never be.

Health question

I recently had a close friend of mine request of me to ask on his behalf the following question, “ask the cards if you will if my anything in my neck and/or cerebral blood supply is causing this condition….thanks“

Initially I did not want to ask the cards a health question because I am not a medical professional. I explained my feelings and because he has already gone to a doctor and had tests which showed nothing is organically wrong, but his symptoms still continued- I agreed.

Below are the 6 cards from the Fortune tellers deck by Jane Lyle that I drew, using the Regina Russell 6 card layout. In Regina’s book Card Readers Handbook she has a section called Health Rulership of the Cards (c).

All the cards are black and 5/6 are spades. Not exactly a positive reading at first glance.

6 card layout results

Question from previous post. Will Veronica’s contract be renewed?

The results came and the contract was not renewed. Apparently the strength of the 5 spades (separation) influenced the outcome. Even though the Queen Diamonds was the “pivot” card - this card represented Veronica being estranged from the King of Diamonds (the man in control of the financial decision).

The 6 of clubs is the finale card and it is very subtle in it’s message - “The Queen of Diamonds is looking at the 6 of clubs. The responsibility of employment is in the hands of the Queen.”

Asking Pages of Shustah(c)…

Today I decided to ask the Shustah(c) cards a question connected to the post using the standard playing cards.

I find that Rev Ken Foor author of the DAILY READING & MEDITATION blog writes his interpretation of the Shustah(c) cards with a Spiritual approach. He taps into the intuitive side of these cards which I find helpful.

Additional information can be found at The Art of Cartomancy which is written by Kapherus.

My question was, “will another opportunity come from the organization” if the contract is not renewed?”

 

Black 12 Pisces, Red 1 Death, Blue 9 Big Wish

.Position 1- describes the basis, foundation or reason for asking the question.

Here we have Black 12 Pisces- This card could represent Veronica (her sun sign is Pisces). Some of the Astrological characteristics of Pisces are sensitivity, perception with a going with the flow attitude. Pisces is a complex sun sign because of the opposing energies within. For a Pisces to find equilibrium requires great strength of focus. How does this card fit into the 3 card reading? Maybe Veronica is wanting one direction in her work or career objectives but feeling something entirely different. I am not quite sure.

.Position 2 - describes the situation, issue or question. This spot is a little different in meaning than position 1 because it will give more detail on the nature of the energies involved in the card that falls here.

The 2nd card is Red 1 Death. I know that this card is about endings and completions. In regards to the question, Red 1 suggests that a natural conclusion has occurred. It is hinting at the fact that the contract will not be renewed in the capacity that was originally asked by the standard playing cards in the previous post. (link above) A new energy is emerging, a new beginning or new approach. We all know that the death of something means a transformation and another level of development is pending.

.Position 3- describes the potential outcome, advice or probable future.

The Blue 9 Big Wish is a very promising card to have in this position. It seems as though Red 1 and Blue 9 are complete opposites in energy but I think that because of the suggested meanings of the Death card - the big wish has a good chance of materializing. The question was about other opportunities which will stem from the job that has just run it’s course. Within this card is a “yes” message.

After reviewing the post written by Kapherus on Blue 9 and he mentions that if unfavorable cards are nearby, which Red 1 is to some degree, that consideration is necessary to clearly define what is really wished for. I know that sometimes what we wish for does come true and it is not always a good thing. If our intention comes from a fear we can get exactly what we don’t want or in this case, the opportunity might not be in Veronica’s best interest.

As I study Red 1 and Blue 9 my intuition tells me that a wish will come true but not in the way that is expected. I don’t get an overall positive feeling for the outcome. Anytime the wish card in Tarot 9 of cups is surrounded by negative cards it points to the unlikelihood of direct manifestation. The fact that the Big Wish is the last card tells me that something will develop, perhaps another opportunity for Veronica that stems from her original contact with that organization but maybe not within the organization. It could be the “drop of a name” reference or referral.

I will find out the results next week and then I will go back and study both the Shustah(c) reading and the playing cards.

[As always the Shustah(c) cards are illustrated for the purpose of experimental delineation & study]

Example of 6 card Reading

This reading was done using Regina Russell’s 6 card layout that is included in her book called the ” Card Readers Handbook“. The summary of the reading below is using Regina’s card meanings to illustrate the delineation process of the layout as well as some additional insights I have.

The entire deck of 52 standard playing cards is shuffled and 6 cards are selected to answer a specific question. I have had great success with this layout over the past several decades. The odd time the question wasn’t answered but those were rare occasions. And that could have been because the question was not specific or direct.

In the image below you will see the cards involved. I will briefly describe the meanings of the cards in the positions.

The answer to this question will be revealed on Friday or Monday.

Question: Will Veronica’s contract be extended?

.The first two cards- Ace of Diamonds & 4 of Hearts describe the recent/ past or the basis of the question.

.The second two cards- King of Diamond & 6 of Clubs describe the future outcome or result of the question.

.The third two cards- 5 of Spades & Queen of Diamonds describe the present or current process leading to the result of the question. The spot is basically the now spot.

.The Queen of Diamonds in the bottom right hand corner of the spread is the trigger or the “pivot card for the spread”.

Recent/past-The Ace suggests a new beginning and new people. An invitation was offered to Veronica for short term contract with an organization. She accepted.

The 4 of Hearts points to a mutual agreement which occurred from this invitation. A type of partnership was formed, mainly employee-employer partnership. This card’s meaning is marriage also but we are not asking a romantic type of question

Present or Current- The 5 of spades is a card suggesting loss of opportunity. The core meaning of this card is the ending of something. Within this card lies the meaning of having to basically fend for yourself.

The Queen of Diamonds would represent Veronica. It could also depict another fair haired female that could be involved in the final decision about the contract OR it is quite possible the contract will be extended because of a lighter haired female’s activities and not necessarily the person who would help out to secure the contract. Sometimes position become available through synchronicity- being at the right place at the right time.

Because the Queen of Diamonds is the card to really study before coming to any conclusions regarding the outcome of the question- it does shed a ray of hope because it is generally a positive card. But because the 5 of spades is so close it would influence the positive energy to a some degree.

Future outcome/result- The King of Diamonds is a male surrounded by financial power or who is in a position of strength. This could be a manager or the person responsible for agreeing to continue this contract. After all, it will cost the organization money to pay Veronica’s wages.

The 6 of Clubs indicates that someone (King of Diamonds) will want to talk to her. This card also means “to provide a service”. The 6 also means electronics to some degree such as radio, stereo systems and even sports. The core meaning of the 6 of clubs to take take things into your own hands.

The answer to the question is not totally negative….

There is only 1 spade and it touches both the King and the Queen. The court cards are from the same suit - indicating some sort of relationship between these two people. The 5 of spades is between the 2 court cards and that strongly suggests a separation- a parting of ways.

The Queen of Diamonds is looking at the 6 of clubs. The responsibility of employment is in the hands of the Queen. This can develop in many ways. If it is Veronica’s card- then it is up to her to seize another opportunity. If it is a female manager- it could point to the discussion about an extension or something entirely different but within the same organization. If the Queen represents another co-worker there could be a situation come up that will enable this extension of the contract but not in the way that is obvious at the moment.

It looks like the reading is leaning towards a yes however there are 2 strong cards suggesting a no, the 5 of spades & the 6 of clubs. I have always read the 6 as a card that points to “it’s up to you”.

[Another very interesting thing is that the organization has a great deal to do with providing a service related to "radio" - 6 of clubs] The answer to this question will be revealed either Friday or Monday.

 

Example- full board Pairs layout

The reading is for a middle aged female acquaintance represented by the Sweetheart card who is facing a major financial transition. She does not have a significant other which is usually depicted by the Lover card. I will assign the Lover card to a male family member. It could be her son or son-in-law.

For the simplicity of keywords, using the Layout in Pairs, I will use the True Legends -Zigeuner Wahrsagekarten from PIATNIK.

The Center Column

SADNESS, JUDGE, ECCLESIASTIC, FALSENESS

The center cards reveal an unhappy state of mind because she needs to make a significant decision regarding her present circumstance. She is receiving inappropriate advice. She may need to see her doctor to discuss the stress she is feeling at this time. Judge & Ecclesiastic

Many readers do not attempt a full board layout because of the complexity of blending. I think reading by pairs is much easier and a good way to learn. Any deck of cards can be done this way.

Cards 1 & 36- Journey, Loss

This duo suggests some travel which will not be beneficial, a wasted short trip.

Cards 9 & 28- Constancy, Widower

This duo suggests conversations with an older male that brings no change.

These 4 cards indicate that an appointment of some sort with a male who is seasoned with experience will not bring her the results she wants.

Cards 2 & 35- Fortune, Visit

This duo suggests receiving a gift or benefit from an unexpected source.

Cards 8 & 29- Jealousy, Message

This duo suggests receiving information or notification that will test her emotional state.

These 4 cards indicate part of her solution to the problem will come through a meeting with a woman. The Jealousy card is not necessarily about envy, it does represent a female with reddish hair.

Cards 3 & 34- Love, Baby

This duo suggests a new discovery or new development with promise.

Cards 7 & 30- Unexpected Joy, Enemy

This duo suggests her happiness will come from a person or situation that initially was not in her best interest.

These 4 cards suggests she will find herself in rewarding new phase of development. She will overcome the challenge.

Cards 4 & 33- Marriage, Officer

This duo suggests a commitment involving legal dealings. A man will make a serious recommendation.

Cards 6 & 31- Misfortune, Malady

This duo suggests news of someones failing health or the deepening of worry through more “bad” luck.

These 4 cards indicate a great possibility an unexpected turn of events that will involve her health condition over and above the financial difficulties. The worry is causing her to become physically drained and her energy level is low. This is understandable under the circumstances.

The reading of the cards so far is very brief, there is much more information that can be ascertained. I am doing a very short summary of the cards merely to demonstrate the layout.

Playing Cards in a layout

If you want to try this layout use your own meanings or card meanings you have learned from other card readers.

Shuffle the entire deck of 52 cards, cut 3x and reassemble into 1 pile. Start with the SITUATION spot and place three cards. Continue across to the now spot & 3-4 weeks in the same manner.

The next card goes to the 3 month spot & the following card goes to the opportunities & challenges spot.

Then back to the 3 month spot and then to the opportunities & challenges spot.

You should have 2 cards left in your hand.

Place the second last card in the 3 months spot and finally the last card in the opportunities & challenges spot.

15 card layout using standard round playing cards

SITUATION: 9 CLUBS, 3 HEARTS, 4 HEARTS (black, red, red) bad good good -++

Business related, emotionally positive, emotionally positive

THE NOW SPOT: 2 DIAMONDS, 7 HEARTS, 6 HEARTS (red, red, red) good good good +++

Financially related, emotionally positive, emotionally positive

3-4 WEEKS: 10 CLUBS, QUEEN SPADES, 10 HEARTS (black, black, red) bad bad good –+

Business related, challenges or obstacles, emotionally positive

3 MONTHS: KING SPADES, 6 DIAMONDS, 6 SPADES (black, red, black) bad good bad -+-

Challenges or obstacles, financially related, challenges or obstacles

OPPORTUNITIES OR CHALLENGES: 8 CLUBS, 2 HEARTS, JACK SPADES (black, red, black) bad good bad -+-

Business related, emotionally positive, challenges or obstacles

I am not going to interpret each and every card in this post because it will be too lengthy

besides learning about cards should be fun

& not all about someone’s DOGMA arf arf arf

Groups of cards

2- 2= company, 2 red= a welcome guest

3- 0= lack of 3’s suggest withdrawal from social activities and working without a team

4-1= red, some structure, adherence to rules & guidelines but nothing too rigid

5- 0= lack of 5’s indicate that there will not be major upheavals or adjustments

6- 3= a party invitation, 2 red + 1 black= having a good time

7- 1= red, minor external influences during the 3 months

8- 1= black, total empowerment of energy is lessened

9- 1= black, one or two situations or problems are resolved in the time frame

10- 2 = a change, 1 black + 1 red= moderate change

J-1, Q-1, K-1 = black, black, black, people in general will not play a major role in the predictions within these 15 cards. There are 3 people who are not closely connected. The Jack will either be a blessing or hindrance, wing ends with him/her….. The Queen is not likely to be a family member and is the one going through the moderate change that end on a high note, wing ends in heart ….The King is also someone who is in a position of authority or leadership and his influence will end up as a challenge, wing ends in spade….

 

 

The Nile Fortune Cards

The Nile Fortune cards 68 X gold edges have all the meanings on the actual playing deck on all four sides. This makes it easy because there is no need to memorize anything. Blending the cards around the center LIFE card will give you key sentences that you can build up on yourself.

In the example below we can summarize the significant influence using the 8 cards around the LIFE card. The actual layout has 17 piles of cards around the LIFE card with 3 cards in each pile except the 17th pile has 4 cards.

I think when studying this layout with all the cards would take a considerable amount of time at the beginning even though the meanings are right on the face of the card. Card synthesis is a skill- not everyone has that skill but it can be learned. Reading intuitively requires skill as well. If you DO NOT know the difference between your EGO voice and your SPIRITUAL voice then your intuitive readings will still be based in EGO and you will be what is called a ” text book reader”, and a text book reader never adds any intuitve insights to the reading. Reading cards is similar to playing the piano, guitar or flute. Some people have to practice forever and for other’s it is a natural ability which is picked up quickly.

Looking at the reading below.

#1-7 clubs, #2-5 clubs, #3- 2 spades, #4- Queen spades,

#5- Jack clubs, #6- 5 spades, #7- 8 clubs, #8- 2 clubs

#1 - a debt unexpectedly paid

#2 - you will marry a second time

#3 - a removal

#4 - brunette of jealous disposition

#5 - an open, sincere friend

#6 - your companion in life will be devoted to you

#7 - a journey by car or vehicle (well it could be a broom, ha-ha)

#8 - an acceptance and pleasant journey

You can summarize those meanings quite easily. I wouldn’t attempt reading this deck unless you have lots of time, because it will take you at least an HOUR to figure the full layout out. And if you thought the full board of 36 in the Lenormand or Ziguener was challenging - the Nile fortune cards exceed even them.