| 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. Death: The Death card rarely refers to physical death. Rather, it has to do with one's feelings about Death. Psychologically letting go. New opportunities. |
 | 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. Six of Stones (Success), when reversed: Moment beginning to end. Save or invest money carefully during prosperity. |
 | The card at the top of the cross represents your goal, or the best you can achieve without a dramatic change of priorities. Two of Wands (Dominion), when reversed: Voluntarily giving up a position of power. Seeking adventures. Misuse of power. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. The Sun, when reversed: Sun is clouded over. Day-to-day problems, though happiness remains. Loss of confidence. Frustration. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. Four of Wands (Perfection): New life. Take action at the right moment. Excitement and growth. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. Son of Wands (Krishna), when reversed: Difficulty. Conflict. Problems may bring out depths in a person. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. The Lovers: The importance of love. Depending on the place in the spread, the state of a specific relationship. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. The Empress, when reversed: Passion blocked. Difficulty expressing oneself. Problems with one's mother. |
 | The card second from the top of the staff represents your hopes, fears, or an unexpected element that will come into play. The Moon, when reversed: The time to return to "solar", rational activities. Conscious mind blocking the unconscious. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. Nine of Swords (Cruelty): Cruelty. Feeling like a victim. |
