| 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 Star: Renewal. Reality and feeling. Cleansing. Humility. Hope. |
 | 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 Devil, when reversed: Resisting temptation. Not a time for sensuality. Fear of one's own decisions. |
 | 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 Stones (Old Man), when reversed: Cold and uncaring. Lack of success. Pain at the suffering of the world. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. Ten of Cups (Success), when reversed: Success blocked. Negativity, apathy. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. The High Priestess, when reversed: A time for action, for involvements with others. Commitment in romance. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. Four of Swords (Truce): A moment of calm. |
 | 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. Three of Cups (Overflowing), when reversed: Feelings dammed up. Instability. |
 | The card second from the top of the staff represents your hopes, fears, or an unexpected element that will come into play. Seven of Stones (Failure), when reversed: Recovery. Fresh start. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. Three of Wands (Virtue), when reversed: Being out of harmony with the situation. Difficulty in finding the point of life or in discovering worthy goals. |
