| 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 Russian Tarot of Saint Petersburg is the final commissioned work of Yuri Shakov, a master in the lost art of Russian miniature painting. The rich, dark images lend themselves to questions regarding the struggle of the human spirit in trying times. If you would like your own copy of the Russian Tarot of Saint Petersburg, 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 Clubs (Strength), when reversed: Obstacles. Adversity. Problems. Delays. Disaster. Barriers to overcome. Ill health. |
 | 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 Lovers: Love. Beauty. Perfection. Harmony. Trust. Beginning of a romance. Deep feeling. Optimism. Freedom of emotion. The necessity of testing or subjecting to trial. Struggle between sacred and profane love. A meaningful affair. |
 | The card at the top of the cross represents your goal, or the best you can achieve without a dramatic change of priorities. The Moon, when reversed: A minor deception recognized before damage is done. Trifling mistakes. Overcoming bad temptation. Gain without paying the price. Taking advantage of someone. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. The Hermit: Counsel. Knowledge. Solicitude. Prudence. Discretion. Vigilance. Circumspection. Self-denial. Withdrawal. Regression. Annulment. Tendency to withhold emotion. Fear of discovery. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. Three of Coins (Works): Great skill in trade or work. Mastery. Perfection. Artistic ability. Dignity. Renown. Rank. Power. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. Four of Coins (Power): Love of material wealth. Hoarder. Usurer. Skinflint. Inability to share. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. King of Coins, when reversed: Corruption. Using any means to achieve the desired end. Vice. Avarice. Unfaithfulness. An old and vicious man. Peril. Thriftlessness. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. Seven of Coins (Assessment): Ingenuity. Growth. Hard work. Progress. Successful dealings. Money. Treasure. |
 | The card second from the top of the staff represents your hopes, fears, or an unexpected element that will come into play. Queen of Coins, when reversed: False prosperity. Suspense. Suspicion. Responsibilities neglected. Distrustful person. Far of failure. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. Three of Swords (Sorrow), when reversed: Distraction. Confusion. Disorder. Error. Mistake. Incompatibility. Anxiety. Loss. Alienation. |
