| 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 Swords (Truce), when reversed: Movement away from silence and peace. New beginnings or old troubles. |
 | 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. Two of Stones (Harmony), when reversed: Disharmony. A time for solitude. |
 | 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. Six of Stones (Success): Great success and joy, possibly short-lived. Find inner truth in happiness. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. Mother of Swords (Nut), when reversed: Need for privacy exaggerated. Conflict between love of solitude and love for others. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. Ace of Stones, when reversed: Unappreciated gifts. Materialism. Conflicts over money or property. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. Two of Wands (Dominion): Power. Strong will. The power of spiritual truth. |
 | 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. Father of Wands (Brahma), when reversed: Snobbishness, especially intellectual. Devotion Doubts, weakness, confusion. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. The Lovers, when reversed: A relationship ending. Trouble in a relationship. Lack of love. Insecurity, loneliness. Loss of balance. |
