| 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 Empress, when reversed: Passion blocked. Difficulty expressing oneself. Problems with one's mother. |
 | 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 Cups (Venus of Willendorf): Earthy, plain, honest person. Matriarch. Ancient forces. |
 | The card at the top of the cross represents your goal, or the best you can achieve without a dramatic change of priorities. Nine of Swords (Cruelty), when reversed: Relief from cruel conditions. Confusion. Manipulation. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. Eight of Cups (Failure), when reversed: Hidden joy. New happiness. Positive change. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. Seven of Stones (Failure): Disharmony. Without careful redirection, failure is possible. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. Three of Cups (Overflowing), when reversed: Feelings dammed up. Instability. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. Son of Wands (Krishna): Love of life. Interest in the arts. Trickster. Attractiveness. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. Father of Wands (Brahma), when reversed: Snobbishness, especially intellectual. Devotion Doubts, weakness, confusion. |
 | The card second from the top of the staff represents your hopes, fears, or an unexpected element that will come into play. Ten of Stones (Richness): Good life. Health. A sense of solid reality. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. Four of Stones (The Power of the Earth), when reversed: Losing a sense of place. |
