| 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 Wands (Power): Great energy. Arrogance, especially toward those who feel weak. Life's resiliency. |
 | 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. The Sun, when reversed: Sun is clouded over. Day-to-day problems, though happiness remains. Loss of confidence. Frustration. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. Six of Stones (Success): Great success and joy, possibly short-lived. Find inner truth in happiness. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. Ten of Wands (Oppression): Oppression. Depression. Transformation from cruelty to liberation. Possible fail. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. Eight of Cups (Failure), when reversed: Hidden joy. New happiness. Positive change. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. Seven of Swords (Uselessness), when reversed: Attempting to deal with feelings of usefulness. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. Eight of Wands (Swiftness), when reversed: Scattered energy. Contradictory activities. Fear of taking action. Shyness, or jealousy. |
 | The card second from the top of the staff represents your hopes, fears, or an unexpected element that will come into play. Five of Cups (Disappointment), when reversed: Coming out of disappointment. A realistic view of the past. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. Three of Swords (Mourning), when reversed: Difficulty accepting loss. The natural cycle will bring renewal. |
