| 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. Six of Cups (Happiness), when reversed: The happy moment may be passing. Not recognizing happiness. Unbalanced or excessive behavior. |
 | 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. Mother of Cups (Venus of Willendorf): Earthy, plain, honest person. Matriarch. Ancient forces. |
 | The card at the top of the cross represents your goal, or the best you can achieve without a dramatic change of priorities. Father of Cups (Odin), when reversed: Father's power disrupted. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. Mother of Swords (Nut): A mysterious person. Devotion. Autonomy. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. Father of Wands (Brahma), when reversed: Snobbishness, especially intellectual. Devotion Doubts, weakness, confusion. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. Three of Stones (Work), when reversed: Work not going well. Unemployment. Laziness. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. Two of Cups (Love): Relationship. Possibly, the need to make a commitment. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. The Wheel of Fortune: Change of circumstances. Taking hold of one's life. Grabbing hold of fate. Time to take what life has given you. |
 | The card second from the top of the staff represents your hopes, fears, or an unexpected element that will come into play. Father of Stones (Old Man), when reversed: Cold and uncaring. Lack of success. Pain at the suffering of the world. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. Daughter of Cups (Brigid of Treland): Calmness and radiance. Peacefulness and strength of character. |
