We devised the Alchemy Thoth Tarot Spread primarily for the
purpose of problem solving, though no doubt it has more subtle uses. The
three-card groups allow the Tarot dignities to be used. One advantage of this
layout is its simplicity; it is based on the idea that Rajas (Sulphur, action)
acts upon Tamas (Salt, inertia) to bring about Sattwas (Mercury, wisdom).
Alchemical Salt (5 2 8): The inertia that must be overcome; the
problem or any difficulties around the question.
Alchemical Sulphur (6 3 9): Activity; the action that is most likely to be taken by the Querent.
Alchemical Mercury (4 1 7): A synthesis of forces; the solution; that
which will come to pass.
If desired, a card may be chosen and placed in the centre of
the triad before shuffling and laying the other cards, to represent the
Querent.
Occult Aspects 