| 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. The Moon, when reversed: The time to return to "solar", rational activities. Conscious mind blocking the unconscious. |
 | 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. Eight of Wands (Swiftness), when reversed: Scattered energy. Contradictory activities. Fear of taking action. Shyness, or jealousy. |
 | The card at the top of the cross represents your goal, or the best you can achieve without a dramatic change of priorities. Three of Cups (Overflowing): Great feeling. Extreme joy that can turn to tears. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. Nine of Wands (Power), when reversed: Weakness. Passivity. Arrogance or misuse of power. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. The Lovers, when reversed: A relationship ending. Trouble in a relationship. Lack of love. Insecurity, loneliness. Loss of balance. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. Son of Swords (Osiris): Someone gentle, yet persuasive. An initiate to esoteric mysteries. Kindness. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. Son of Cups (Parsival), when reversed: Avoiding responsibility. Callousness. |
 | 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. Four of Cups (Mixed Happiness), when reversed: Loss of balance. Suppressed emotions. |
 | 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. |
