| 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. Five of Wands (Conflict), when reversed: Personal and aggressive conflicts. Bitterness towards others. |
 | 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): Calmness and radiance. Peacefulness and strength of character. |
 | The card at the top of the cross represents your goal, or the best you can achieve without a dramatic change of priorities. Alchemy, when reversed: Going to extremes. Excessive behavior. Conserve energy. A person out of control. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. 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 left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. Mother of Wands (Kali): A wild, female energy. Dark power, sexual energy. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. The Empress, when reversed: Passion blocked. Difficulty expressing oneself. Problems with one's mother. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. Two of Stones (Harmony): Harmonic situations. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. Strength, when reversed: Feeling blocked from one's power. Weak. Overwhelmed. Meditation or some form of relaxation may help restore strength. |
 | The card second from the top of the staff represents your hopes, fears, or an unexpected element that will come into play. Son of Cups (Parsival), when reversed: Avoiding responsibility. Callousness. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. Two of Cups (Love), when reversed: Quarreling or jealousy. Uncertain future. Lack of commitment. |
