| 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. Eight of Stones (Knowledge), when reversed: Lack of moderation. Impatience. Ignorance. |
 | 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. The Wheel of Fortune: Change of circumstances. Taking hold of one's life. Grabbing hold of fate. Time to take what life has given you. |
 | The card at the top of the cross represents your goal, or the best you can achieve without a dramatic change of priorities. Ten of Cups (Success): Successful development, with some effort required. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. Son of Wands (Krishna), when reversed: Difficulty. Conflict. Problems may bring out depths in a person. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. The Universe: Success. Becoming happier, more fulfilled. Recovery from illness. An exciting future. Satisfaction. Justified pride. Life opening up. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. Ten of Wands (Oppression): Oppression. Depression. Transformation from cruelty to liberation. Possible fail. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. Daughter of Cups (Brigid of Treland), when reversed: Loss of self-assurance. Importance of personal history ignored. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. The Emperor: Influence of society, law. Resurgence of energy. Sexual potency. Arrogance. Insensitivity. Energy and desire. |
 | The card second from the top of the staff represents your hopes, fears, or an unexpected element that will come into play. Alchemy, when reversed: Going to extremes. Excessive behavior. Conserve energy. A person out of control. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. Son of Swords (Osiris), when reversed: Weakness, possibly corruption. |
