It is generally accepted that hearts represent relationships and benevolence, diamonds success and money matters, clubs - work,

study, travel, and spades stand for dangers,

challenges and trials. Here is one suggestion for interpreting the meaning of individual cards
and card combinations.

HEART
Ace
Nine
Ten
Two
Three
Four
Five
Six
Seven
Eight

CLUBS
Love, Affection
Wishes fulfilled
New Love
Compliments
An Affair
Partnership, Marriage
An Invitation, a Party
Children, Pets
Friendship, Friends
Relatives, Family

DIAMONDS
Ace
Nine
Ten

Wealth, Money
Unexpected Money
Health or Recovering

Two
Three
Four
Five
Six
Seven
Eight

A Present, or Some Money

Pleasing Results, an Award
Property, a House
Trading or Small Business
Helpful people, Shared Money
Good Luck
Financial Security

Ace
Nine
Ten
Two
Three
Four
Five
Six
Seven
Eight

Success, Promotion
Study, Lessons
Business, Employment
A Letter, Communication
News, or something New
A Task, a Job, a Test
A Change
Colleagues
An Opportunity
A Journey

SPADES
Ace
Nine
Ten

Solution to a Problem
Losses, Disappointments
Illness

Two
Three
Four
Five
Six
Seven
Eight

Loneliness
Obstacles
Separation
Delays and Postponements
Unreliable or Unhelpful People
Overcoming difficulties
Effort, Hard Work

Reversed cards usually denote some obstacles or delays in the way.

slightly diminish the overall importance of the card.

Reversing may also

Jacks, Queens and Kings represent people bearing the symbolic qualities of their suit.
At the beginning of the reading, you will need to pick up the significator card, representing
the querent, which will then be used by him or her to cut the cards before you spread them
out. The four suits roughly represent in appearance:
Hearts

Brown eyes and hair

Diamonds

Blond hair and blue eyes

Clubs

Dark hair, blue or green eyes

Spades

Dark eyes and hair

The Spread
Start by leaving the immediate four cards under the significator. They are interpreted before
the other cards are laid out and show a situation in the present or in very near future. These
four cards do not speak about important, longterm events but rather about the state of mind
of the querent or short lived, albeit leaving an impression, events. After these cards are
interpreted, lay the significator with the four cards underneath it on the table and then lay the
next 26 cards around. In this spread, the cards are arranged in three rows, always beginning
with the front or upper side of the first card. The numbers on the diagram correspond to the
order of placing.

26 20 14 8 4 6 12 18 24
23 17 11 3 1 2 10 16 22
25 19 13 7 5 9 15 21 27
After the whole spread has been laid out, you will be left with 21 additional cards in your
hand. They will be needed later to clarify the important points in the layout.
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The card above the head of the subject will tell you about his or her aspirations, fears or
emotions, the one underneath - where their strength, basis or background is to be found.
The inner columns (cards 6-2- 9 ; 12-10-15 ; 8-3-7 ; 14-11-13) tend to represent already
existing situations, whether acknowledged or not, while the outer columns will speak about
the probable unfolding of these situations in the future, as well as about unexpected future
events.
The direction which the significator faces defines the front part of the layout. Generally, the
cards in the front have more importance and tend to represent more of the inevitable future.
The cards behind the significator tend to show possibilities or less significant events.
The Interpretation
First look at the cards in the spread as a whole and try to get a general feeling regarding the
layout - it may be exhilarating, tense or even one of emptiness. It may be a feeling of fast
moving events or of a quiet life. This first impression will tell you a lot about the course of
events in the querent's life.
However, it is important to look around for several key cards, which have a strong meaning
and provide a centre for a group of cards. For example, all Aces usually make centres, as
often do Queens and Kings. You should be able to identify the groups in meaning by the
coherence among the cards.
SPADES
Keep in mind that Spades warn us of dangers, and troubling influences in our lives.
The Ace of Spades predicts a highly emotional conflict or a failed love affair. It can also predict
the death of a friend of loved one.
The King of Spades calls for an encounter with an ambitious dark haired man, he will not have
your best interest at heart.
The Queen of Spades foretells a meeting with a dark haired woman who will act selfishly
against you.
The Jack of Spades predicts an encounter with a friend or acquaintance who is ineffective in
aiding you; he tends to mean no harm, but his laziness holds him back.
The Ten of Spades is a card of general ill-luck; it foretells misfortune due to your own attitudes
or actions.
The Nine of Spades is the "Bad Luck" card. It predicts failures for you due to events and
actions outside your control.

The ace of clubs stands for the first week of spring, a time of courageous leadership and
initiative. It means you have to take a risky chance on something that might prove rewarding
in the end. It's also a period of passion and love.
The ace of hearts stands for unconditional love of another person, the status of a relationship,
joyfulness, comfort and all-around sentimental fulfillment. It also means you are more helpful
and altruistic. The ace of hearts is represented by the first week of summer.
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The ace of diamonds has the first week of autumn as the representative time period. It's all
about future plans here, sowing the seeds of some future success, it's about having patience
and perseverance in order to succeed. It might also be referring to your family and home or to
a possible financial bonus sometime in the near future.
The ace of spades usually stands for the first week of winter and if it comes up during the
reading it can mean anything from some great obstacle you'll have to overcome, eliminating
certain things from your life, being true to yourself or others or making a tough decision.

The nine of clubs marks the end of a long period of struggle so feelings of caution and fear are
only natural. You should proceed with caution even though the ending is near, make sure you
don't waste what you have achieved so far, keep a cool head.
The nine of hearts means you are going to get a wish fulfillment which will cause you
happiness. It may stand for a vacation or a new life that is relaxed or carefree. Nothing but
clear skies ahead for you, so rejoice.
The nine of diamonds is the reaping of your own efforts after a long period of struggle, and
usually means that a large sum of money is heading your way or a very good investment. It
could also stand for a feeling of self-fulfillment after the attaining of an important milestone.
The nine of spades is a sign of dark clouds ahead. Worries and regret, self pity or guilt, they
are all on the menu so brace for the worst. It may also stand for an illness so make sure you
take the necessary measurements to protect yourself.

The ten of clubs which marks a lot of responsibilities and burdens, more than you can actually
carry, which cause you to become stressed and tensed. This feeling of exhaust may have
something to do with your inability of adapting to a new environment.
The ten of hearts identifies with feelings of happiness and joy, to some quality time with
family and friends. Your social life is going to reach an all-time high and you're going to get
along with everyone you come into contact with.
The ten of diamonds stands for abundance (in more ways than one) which you will enjoy with
your family or friends, a time of carelessness.
The ten of spades is an ominous card, that foretells of troubled times ahead. You realize that
the only way to get out is to make a sacrifice, some significant changes (maybe quit some
bad habits). Hitting rock bottom or suffering a painful loss.

The Jack of clubs in particular, since we've gotten used to this pattern. It stands for a close
friend or someone you can trust, someone who shares the same goals and ambitions as you.
If we regard the card as an event, it signifies news, travel, or anything in between (moving to
a new home, changing jobs etc.).
The Jack of hearts, which is a symbol for a friend or even a lover, but it can also very well
stand for a person who is using your feelings against you for manipulation (in this case it is
the way the card is facing that makes the difference). As a situation, the card stands for a new
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romance in your life, whether recent or coming in the near future, so be careful not to pass
out on any options.
The Jack of diamonds, or the card for the 11th week of autumn, talks about a person with
strong ambitions for money and power that may however lack the means to get there. It
stands for a negotiator or a person who is just starting out their professional life. Event wise, it
marks a period of financial instability (or even emotional).
The Jack of spades, marks a person you should definitely stay away from as he/she is
deceiving and working against your interest. But then again, it could also stand for a witty
person who is ready to take on the world. Its other meaning is that of a warning that a person
is deceiving you (or you yourself may be doing the deceiving) and that means that you should
basically trust no one at the point and proceed with care until you learn who your true friends
are.

The Queen of clubs represents a woman that is connected to your goals

woman who is very aware of the powers she possesses and can at times
likely to be in a leading position thanks to her qualities. As a situation, the
desire to gain admiration or social recognition for one's efforts. It could also
and manipulation.

and ambitions, a
be bossy. She is
card stands for a
mean suggestion

The Queen of Hearts on the other hand, represents a woman whom you are very close to
emotionally, a wife or a mother, and who is going to uncover your deepest feelings. As a
situation, it stands for a helping or healing process.
The Queen of diamonds is about a woman who takes care of you, much like an assistant
would, but it can also be a mother. It therefore makes you feel safe and focuses you towards
emotional security rather than financial. The card also stands for your fears of providing to
your family or nurturing instincts. And if the Queen of diamonds stands for everything good,
then
the Queen of spades is the exact opposite. It signals a woman whom you identify with your
problems. As a situation, it signifies putting a painful past behind and overcoming some
hardships.

the King of clubs, that represents a man who is in charge (possibly your boss or any other
boss you may com into contact with) and who is connected somehow to your goals or
ambitions. Situations wise, we are referring to your managing skills and potential business
concerns in the near future.
The King of hearts stands for a father, a husband or whatever person you have an emotional
connection with, or it could just as well be a doctor or a therapist a healer. As a situation, it
relates to the need to express yourself through art or the need for mediation in a certain
situation.
The king of diamonds could reffer to a person who is the provider in your life, someone you
turn to for financial support (a sugar daddy if you will), one that is concerned about their
current financial status and is down-to-earth. For you, the card means a substantial increase
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in wealth and also in security as far as that money is concerned. On a secondary plane, the
card stands for family traditions and conservative values.

 HEARTS
Ace of Hearts :Love and happiness. The home, a love letter. This card is a particularly
favorable card that indicates troubles and problems lifting.
King of Hearts:A fair-haired man with a good nature; or a man with Water signs predominating
in his chart. Fair, helpful advice. Affectionate, caring man. This man helps you out without
much talk. His actions reveal his kindness and concern.If it is represents a woman, she is
headstrong, good-natured,confident
Queen of Hearts: A fair-haired woman with a good nature; or a woman with Water signs
predominating in her chart. Kind advice. Affectionate, caring woman. Sometimes, this card
can indicate the mother or a mother figure.May represent a very effiminate man.
Jack of Hearts: A warm-hearted friend. A fair-haired youth; or a young person with Water signs
predominating in his or her chart. Often this points to a younger admirer.
10 of Hearts : Good luck, success. This is an important card that suggests good fortune after
difficulty.
9 of Hearts: The card of wishes. A wish/dream fulfilled. Look to the card just preceding this
one to determine what the querent desires.

CLUBS
Ace of Clubs:Uncontrollable energy.An immediate change will come due to hardwork.
King of Clubs: Dark-haired, kind-hearted man; or a man with Fire predominating in his chart. A
generous, spirited man.
Queen of Clubs: Dark-haired, confident woman; or a woman with Fire predominating in her
chart. She may give you good advice.
Jack of Clubs: A dark-haired or fiery youth. Popular youth who is good-hearted and playful.
Can also indicate an admirer.
10 of Clubs: Business success. Good luck with money. A trip taken now may result in a new
friend or love interest.
9 of Clubs: Achievement; All the work is almost done...just requires finishing touches.

DIAMONDS
Ace of Diamonds: Change; a message, often about money, and usually good news.
King of Diamonds: Fair-haired or graying man, or a man with Earth predominating in his chart.
A man of authority, status, or influence.
Queen of Diamonds: Fair-haired woman; or a woman with Earth predominating in her chart. A
gossip.

Jack of Diamonds: A youth, possibly in uniform. Or, a jealous person who may be unreliable. A
person who brings news, generally negative, but relatively minor.

10 of Diamonds: A change in financial status, often for the better.

9 of Diamonds: A new business deal; travel; restlessness; a change of residence.

SPADES
Ace of Spades: Misfortune; sometimes associated with death or, more often, a difficult ending.
King of Spades:Dark-haired man; or a man with Air predominating in his chart. An ambitious
man, perhaps self-serving.
Queen of Spades :A dark woman who does not suffer fools gladly.
Jack of Spades: A youth who is hostile or jealous.Ususally reserved.
10 of Spades: Worry; bad news.But soon things will change.
9 of Spades: Illness, accident, bad luck. The querent is at his/her personal low.