| 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 Wheel of Fortune, when reversed: Difficulty adjusting to changes. Resistance to change. |
 | 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. Death: The Death card rarely refers to physical death. Rather, it has to do with one's feelings about Death. Psychologically letting go. New opportunities. |
 | 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 Stones (Richness): Good life. Health. A sense of solid reality. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. Four of Wands (Perfection), when reversed: Errors. Impatient for new start. Wait for genuine opportunity. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. Nine of Stones (Material Gain), when reversed: Misusing material gain. Greed. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. Six of Stones (Success): Great success and joy, possibly short-lived. Find inner truth in happiness. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. The Magician, when reversed: Natural expression of energy blocked. Inner resistance. Arrogance. Misuse of personal power. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. Four of Cups (Mixed Happiness), when reversed: Loss of balance. Suppressed emotions. |
 | The card second from the top of the staff represents your hopes, fears, or an unexpected element that will come into play. Eight of Wands (Swiftness), when reversed: Scattered energy. Contradictory activities. Fear of taking action. Shyness, or jealousy. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. Nine of Wands (Power): Great energy. Arrogance, especially toward those who feel weak. Life's resiliency. |
