| 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. Nine of Cups (Fortune), when reversed: Stinginess. Loss. |
 | 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. Mother of Swords (Nut), when reversed: Need for privacy exaggerated. Conflict between love of solitude and love for others. |
 | 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 Wands (Brahma), when reversed: Snobbishness, especially intellectual. Devotion Doubts, weakness, confusion. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. Two of Stones (Harmony): Harmonic situations. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. Strength: Inner strength. Love and gentleness. Confidence. Ability to give love. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. Eight of Stones (Knowledge), when reversed: Lack of moderation. Impatience. Ignorance. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. Daughter of Stones (White Buffalo Woman), when reversed: Difficulty getting across ideas or emotions. Feeling out of place. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. Eight of Wands (Swiftness): Definite movement. Progress. A worthy goal. Finding a direction in life. Development of a new love affair. |
 | The card second from the top of the staff represents your hopes, fears, or an unexpected element that will come into play. Six of Swords (Science): Need for objectivity and honesty. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. Son of Wands (Krishna), when reversed: Difficulty. Conflict. Problems may bring out depths in a person. |
