| 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. Three of Cups (Abundance), when reversed: Excessive pleasures. Overabundance. Superfluity. Loss of prestige. Delays. Lack of appreciation. |
 | 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. Four of Clubs (Completion), when reversed: Loss of full tranquility. Unfulfilled romance. Insecurity. Tarnished beauty. Incomplete happiness. |
 | The card at the top of the cross represents your goal, or the best you can achieve without a dramatic change of priorities. The Falling Tower, when reversed: Continued oppression. Following old way. Living in a rut. Inability to effect any worthwhile change. Entrapment in an unhappy situation. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. Five of Swords (Defeat): Conquest. Defeat. Destruction of others. Degradation. Adversary may arise. Revocation. Infamy. Dishonor. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. Page of Coins, when reversed: An unrealistic person. Failure to recognize obvious facts. Dissipation of ideas. Illogical thinking. Rebelliousness. Wastefulness. Unfavorable news. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. Nine of Clubs (Strength), when reversed: Obstacles. Adversity. Problems. Delays. Disaster. Barriers to overcome. Ill health. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. The Devil: Ravage. Bondage. Malevolence. Subservience. Downfall. Weird experience. Bad outside influence or advice. Black magic. Unexpected failure. Inability to realize goals. Violence. Shock. Fatality. Self-punishment. Temptation to evil. Self-destruction. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. Queen of Coins, when reversed: False prosperity. Suspense. Suspicion. Responsibilities neglected. Distrustful person. Far of failure. |
 | The card second from the top of the staff represents your hopes, fears, or an unexpected element that will come into play. Ten of Swords (Ruin), when reversed: Benefit. Profit. Temporary gain. Improvement. Passing success. Momentary advantage. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. Three of Coins (Works): Great skill in trade or work. Mastery. Perfection. Artistic ability. Dignity. Renown. Rank. Power. |
