| 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. Mother of Stones (Spider Woman): Serene, probably an older woman. Self-confidence. |
 | 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. Eight of Swords (Interference): Interference. Gossip. Help or advice. |
 | The card at the top of the cross represents your goal, or the best you can achieve without a dramatic change of priorities. Son of Swords (Osiris), when reversed: Weakness, possibly corruption. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. The Wheel of Fortune: Change of circumstances. Taking hold of one's life. Grabbing hold of fate. Time to take what life has given you. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. Death: The Death card rarely refers to physical death. Rather, it has to do with one's feelings about Death. Psychologically letting go. New opportunities. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. Ten of Stones (Richness): Good life. Health. A sense of solid reality. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. Ten of Wands (Oppression), when reversed: Emerging from a bad situation. Wisdom gained from adversity. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. The Lovers: The importance of love. Depending on the place in the spread, the state of a specific relationship. |
 | The card second from the top of the staff represents your hopes, fears, or an unexpected element that will come into play. Two of Cups (Love), when reversed: Quarreling or jealousy. Uncertain future. Lack of commitment. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. The Hermit: Withdrawal from outside interests. Self-reliance. Self-creation. Developing one's personality. Gaining wisdom. Powerful dreams. |
