| 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. Daughter of Cups (Brigid of Treland), when reversed: Loss of self-assurance. Importance of personal history ignored. |
 | 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. Nine of Swords (Cruelty): Cruelty. Feeling like a victim. |
 | 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), when reversed: Feelings dammed up. Instability. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. 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 left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. Daughter of Swords (Isis), when reversed: Loss of confidence. Depression. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. Seven of Cups (Illusions of Success), when reversed: Hidden problems emerging. More realistic outlook. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. Aeon, when reversed: Rebirth. Resisting change. A new life, possibly not acknowledged. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. Mother of Swords (Nut), when reversed: Need for privacy exaggerated. Conflict between love of solitude and love for others. |
 | The card second from the top of the staff represents your hopes, fears, or an unexpected element that will come into play. The Hanged Man: Attachment. Deep spiritual awareness. Independence. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. Daughter of Stones (White Buffalo Woman), when reversed: Difficulty getting across ideas or emotions. Feeling out of place. |
