Is a more complex Tarot spread necessarily more accurate?

Ah, that's an excellent question, and it's a common misconception for many friends new to Tarot.

The answer is actually quite simple: a spread isn't more accurate just because it's more complex.

Think of it like our everyday toolbox. If you want to tighten a screw, a screwdriver of the right size is enough – simple and efficient. But if you insist on bringing out a whole "luxury tool set" including wrenches, hammers, and drills, it won't help and might even get in the way.

Tarot spreads work the same way; they are simply tools we use to "interpret a question."

• Simple spreads, like the most common three-card spread (past, present, future), are like that precise screwdriver. When your question is very specific and focused (e.g., "Will my interview next week go smoothly?" or "My relationship with them has been a bit tense lately, what's the core issue?"), three cards can often give you a very clear, direct answer. The information is just right, easy to grasp at a glance.

• Complex spreads, such as the classic "Celtic Cross" (10 cards), are like that "luxury tool set." They are suitable for "overhauling" a very complex, far-reaching problem. For example, if you feel lost in life, your career and relationships are a mess, and you don't know the root cause or how to move forward. In such cases, a complex spread can help you lay out the entire situation from various angles – your inner self, external factors, past, fears, hopes, etc. – allowing you to see things more comprehensively and deeply.

So you see, the key to accuracy isn't how many cards are in the spread, but whether "the spread is suitable for your question."

Using a complex spread for a simple question is like using a sledgehammer to crack a nut; too much information can make it hard to focus, leading to a feeling of "inaccuracy." Conversely, using an overly simple spread to analyze a deeply entangled life dilemma might leave you feeling that there isn't enough information to gain sufficient insight.

Even more importantly, the person interpreting the cards is far more crucial than the spread itself.

An experienced Tarot reader, even with just one card, can combine it with your question to interpret rich and profound information. A novice, however, might get overwhelmed by even the grandest, most complex spread, offering vague interpretations that naturally won't feel "accurate."

To summarize:

Stop believing that "more complex equals more accurate." What's appropriate is what's best. Tarot divination aims to provide "clear guidance," not "formal complexity." Sometimes, the simplest answer holds the most power. Next time you do a reading, think about your question and then choose a spread that helps clarify your thoughts – that's what makes it truly "accurate."