| 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. Nine of Swords (Cruelty), when reversed: Relief from cruel conditions. Confusion. Manipulation. |
 | 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. Five of Stones (Material Difficulty), when reversed: Movement for the better. Wait. Act cautiously. |
 | The card at the top of the cross represents your goal, or the best you can achieve without a dramatic change of priorities. Mother of Wands (Kali): A wild, female energy. Dark power, sexual energy. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. The Devil: Something exciting, possibly dangerous or forbidden. Temptation. Physical gratification. Exploring darker feelings. Wild action opens up new areas in life. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. Six of Cups (Happiness): Happiness. Loving and being loved. Balance and peace. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. Three of Wands (Virtue), when reversed: Being out of harmony with the situation. Difficulty in finding the point of life or in discovering worthy goals. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. Son of Wands (Krishna): Love of life. Interest in the arts. Trickster. Attractiveness. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. Father of Stones (Old Man), when reversed: Cold and uncaring. Lack of success. Pain at the suffering of the world. |
 | The card second from the top of the staff represents your hopes, fears, or an unexpected element that will come into play. The Sun: Joy and simplicity. Life is wonderful. Energy. Activity, excitement, optimism. Rational approach. Confidence. Sexual desire. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. Death, when reversed: Resisting change. Stagnation. Inertia. Pain of giving something up. |
