| 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. Ace of Wands, when reversed: Lack of focus. Scattered or confused efforts. Pessimism. |
 | 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. Death, when reversed: Resisting change. Stagnation. Inertia. Pain of giving something up. |
 | The card at the top of the cross represents your goal, or the best you can achieve without a dramatic change of priorities. Aeon: Renewal. Optimism in spite of a painful period of change. Change. Spontaneity. All things are possible. Old world seen through new eyes. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. Two of Wands (Dominion): Power. Strong will. The power of spiritual truth. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. Daughter of Wands (Radha): Abundance. Joy. Good sense. Culture. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. Eight of Swords (Interference): Interference. Gossip. Help or advice. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. Nine of Stones (Material Gain), when reversed: Misusing material gain. Greed. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. The Moon, when reversed: The time to return to "solar", rational activities. Conscious mind blocking the unconscious. |
 | The card second from the top of the staff represents your hopes, fears, or an unexpected element that will come into play. Justice: Examine your life, weigh things in the balance. A relationship is going badly. Analysis. Take a balanced view. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. Ace of Cups, when reversed: Happiness is blocked. Trouble communicating. Value of life questioned. |
