| 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. Five of Cups (Disappointment), when reversed: Coming out of disappointment. A realistic view of the past. |
 | 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): Definite movement. Progress. A worthy goal. Finding a direction in life. Development of a new love affair. |
 | The card at the top of the cross represents your goal, or the best you can achieve without a dramatic change of priorities. Daughter of Cups (Brigid of Treland): Calmness and radiance. Peacefulness and strength of character. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. Justice, when reversed: Do not act out of habit. Imbalance. You may be acting unfairly. Trying to avoid an honest evaluation. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. The Tower: Long standing activity or approach that may bring disaster if continued. Pressure is building up. Long buried emotions let loose. News. A flash of understanding. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. Ace of Wands: Gift of fire. Energy. Optimism. Confidence. Desire. Beginnings. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. Ace of Swords, when reversed: Anger. Aggression. Distorted thinking. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. Ten of Stones (Richness), when reversed: Delay. Not appreciating material wealth and security. |
 | The card second from the top of the staff represents your hopes, fears, or an unexpected element that will come into play. The High Priestess: A time for quiet, for looking inward. Seek peace. Use intuition and feeling. Peace and joy. Possibly, a lover who needs solitude or is avoiding commitment. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. The Lovers, when reversed: A relationship ending. Trouble in a relationship. Lack of love. Insecurity, loneliness. Loss of balance. |
