| The Celtic Cross spread is one of the most popular Tarot spreads, providing varied insight into many aspects of a complex situation and your role in it. The Haindl Tarot weaves a tapestry of haunting beauty from the traditions of Native America, the Holy Grail, the I Ching, Kabbalah and the Norse Runes, and is the deck of choice for mystics and those seeking enlightenment. If you would like your own copy of the Haindl Tarot, you can buy it now! |
 | The card not shown but at the center of the cross, represents the atmosphere surrounding the central issue. The Magician: Power. Strength. Being in control of one's life. Transforming old situations, bringing in new ones. A burst of energy. Creativity. Focused will. |
 | The card visible at the center of the cross represents the obstacle that stands in your way - it may even be something that sounds good but is not actually to your benefit. Daughter of Cups (Brigid of Treland), when reversed: Loss of self-assurance. Importance of personal history ignored. |
 | The card at the top of the cross represents your goal, or the best you can achieve without a dramatic change of priorities. The Empress: Passion. Love of nature. Motherhood. Joyous activity. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. Ace of Stones: Health. Prosperity. Beauty. Good weather. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. Father of Swords (Ra), when reversed: Tyrant. A person jealous of personal power. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. The Moon: Imaginations. Fantasies, daydreams, strong dreams. The sources of creativity. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. The High Priestess: A time for quiet, for looking inward. Seek peace. Use intuition and feeling. Peace and joy. Possibly, a lover who needs solitude or is avoiding commitment. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. The Hierophant: Tradition, community and teachings. Conformity. Marriage, or any solemn commitment. |
 | The card second from the top of the staff represents your hopes, fears, or an unexpected element that will come into play. The Lovers: The importance of love. Depending on the place in the spread, the state of a specific relationship. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. Son of Swords (Osiris), when reversed: Weakness, possibly corruption. |
