| 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. Four of Wands (Perfection): New life. Take action at the right moment. Excitement and growth. |
 | 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 Stones (Old Man): Fundamental male principle. Someone who cares deeply for family and for the nature. Hard worker. |
 | The card at the top of the cross represents your goal, or the best you can achieve without a dramatic change of priorities. Aeon: Renewal. Optimism in spite of a painful period of change. Change. Spontaneity. All things are possible. Old world seen through new eyes. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. Eight of Swords (Interference), when reversed: No interference. Avoiding responsibility. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. Three of Swords (Mourning): Oppressive situations. Mourning. Sorrow. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. Daughter of Stones (White Buffalo Woman), when reversed: Difficulty getting across ideas or emotions. Feeling out of place. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. Eight of Cups (Failure): Failure. Arrogance and greed. Accept help from others. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. Daughter of Cups (Brigid of Treland), when reversed: Loss of self-assurance. Importance of personal history ignored. |
 | 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): Disharmony. Without careful redirection, failure is possible. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. Eight of Wands (Swiftness), when reversed: Scattered energy. Contradictory activities. Fear of taking action. Shyness, or jealousy. |
