| 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. Strength, when reversed: Feeling blocked from one's power. Weak. Overwhelmed. Meditation or some form of relaxation may help restore strength. |
 | 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. The Emperor, when reversed: Blocked possibility. Development of sensitivity. |
 | 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 Hanged Man, when reversed: Being overly influenced by outside ideas. Pressure to conform. Demands. Sacrificing something to get passed hang-ups. Lack of purpose. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. Aeon, when reversed: Rebirth. Resisting change. A new life, possibly not acknowledged. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. Three of Cups (Overflowing): Great feeling. Extreme joy that can turn to tears. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. The Universe, when reversed: Stagnation. Lack of willpower and confidence. Self-defined limitations. Resistance or opposition. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. Five of Swords (Defeat): An overwhelming situation. Need to hold onto principles until the time comes to make a change. |
 | The card second from the top of the staff represents your hopes, fears, or an unexpected element that will come into play. Nine of Stones (Material Gain), when reversed: Misusing material gain. Greed. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. Mother of Swords (Nut), when reversed: Need for privacy exaggerated. Conflict between love of solitude and love for others. |
