| 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. Four of Cups (Luxury), when reversed: New possibilities. New relationships. New approaches to old problems. New knowledge. |
 | 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 Magician: Originality. Creativity. Imagination. Spontaneity. Self-confidence, Ingenuity, Flexibility, Masterfullness, Self-control. Deception. Sleight of hand. |
 | 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 Swords (Sorrow): Absence. Sorrow. Disappointment. Strife. Removal. Dispersion. Diversion. Opposition. Separation. Delay. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. Eight of Cups (Indolence): Discontinuance of effort. Disappointment. Abandonment of previous plans. Shyness. Modesty. Abandoned success. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. Strength: Strength. Courage. Conviction. Energy. Defiance. Action. Confidence. Zeal. Matter over mind or mind over matter. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. Knight of Swords, when reversed: Incapacity. Imprudence. Dispute or ruin over a woman. Impulsive mistakes. Conceited fool. Simplicity. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. Six of Coins (Success): Generosity. Philanthropy. Charity. Kindness. Gratification. Gifts. Material gain. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. King of Swords, when reversed: A person who may pursue a matter to ruin. Cruelty. Conflict. Selfishness. Sadism. One who causes unnecessary disturbance and sadness. Perversity. |
 | The card second from the top of the staff represents your hopes, fears, or an unexpected element that will come into play. Queen of Clubs, when reversed: Jealousy. Deceit. Possible infidelity. Unstable emotions. Fickleness. Resistance. Opposition. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. Two of Clubs (Dominion), when reversed: Sadness. Trouble. Restraint caused by others. Loss of faith. Surprise. |
