Waite Full-Deck Tarot Reading Method
Reading Instructions From the Pictorial Key
This reading consists of two operations:
- First Operation (42 Cards) establishes the querent’s position, influences, environment, and key challenges. Complete this before moving to the second operation.
- Second Operation (35 Cards) clarifies unresolved elements, surprises, and details. Only perform after the first operation.
First Operation: 42 Cards
- Identify the querent and assign the significator: Magician (male) or High Priestess (female).
- Shuffle and cut the deck.
- Deal the first 42 cards into 6 packets of 7 cards each.
- Form a 6×7 grid laying rows right to left, replacing the significator if needed.
- Interpret the grid according to card positions and relationships.
After interpretting, you may use the rest of the deck to continue with the second operation of this reading to go deeper. This involves reading themed lines that bring in further context.