| 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 Emperor: Influence of society, law. Resurgence of energy. Sexual potency. Arrogance. Insensitivity. Energy and desire. |
 | 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. Father of Wands (Brahma): A calm person, possibly stuffy. A rooted quality that gives strength. |
 | The card at the top of the cross represents your goal, or the best you can achieve without a dramatic change of priorities. Son of Wands (Krishna), when reversed: Difficulty. Conflict. Problems may bring out depths in a person. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. Mother of Cups (Venus of Willendorf), when reversed: Someone out of touch with physical realities. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. The Hierophant, when reversed: Social pressure. Doctrines and ideas that have lost meaning. Originality. Gullibility. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. The Magician, when reversed: Natural expression of energy blocked. Inner resistance. Arrogance. Misuse of personal power. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. Five of Wands (Conflict): Strife and battle, without hatred and bitterness. Avoidance. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. Father of Cups (Odin), when reversed: Father's power disrupted. |
 | The card second from the top of the staff represents your hopes, fears, or an unexpected element that will come into play. Two of Stones (Harmony), when reversed: Disharmony. A time for solitude. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. Ten of Cups (Success), when reversed: Success blocked. Negativity, apathy. |
