What is the 'Celtic Cross' spread in Tarot?

The 'Celtic Cross' is one of the most well-known and detailed Tarot spreads, using 10 cards. It is used to thoroughly analyze a situation. The positions are roughly as follows: 1) the essence of the situation, 2) what hinders or helps (the crossing card), 3) the foundation or root, 4) the recent past, 5) a possible future or goal, 6) the near future, 7) you and your position, 8) the environment and influence of others, 9) hopes and fears, 10) the probable outcome. This is a 'deep' spread—beginners often find it challenging at first because it requires weaving 10 cards into a coherent story. Honest framing: the spread shows tendencies and an outside perspective, not a rigidly predetermined future—the outcome also depends on your actions. You can do a spread in the Tarot section.