| 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. Ace of Wands, when reversed: Lack of focus. Scattered or confused efforts. Pessimism. |
 | 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. Eight of Cups (Failure): Failure. Arrogance and greed. Accept help from others. |
 | The card at the top of the cross represents your goal, or the best you can achieve without a dramatic change of priorities. Ace of Swords: Intelligence. Clear thinking. Powerful personality or emotions. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. Father of Wands (Brahma), when reversed: Snobbishness, especially intellectual. Devotion Doubts, weakness, confusion. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. Five of Stones (Material Difficulty): Wintry times. Money troubles. Illness. Isolation. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. Alchemy, when reversed: Going to extremes. Excessive behavior. Conserve energy. A person out of control. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. Two of Swords (Peace), when reversed: Disruption. Seek tranquility within. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. Four of Swords (Truce), when reversed: Movement away from silence and peace. New beginnings or old troubles. |
 | The card second from the top of the staff represents your hopes, fears, or an unexpected element that will come into play. Four of Stones (The Power of the Earth), when reversed: Losing a sense of place. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. The Magician, when reversed: Natural expression of energy blocked. Inner resistance. Arrogance. Misuse of personal power. |
