| 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. Daughter of Wands (Radha): Abundance. Joy. Good sense. Culture. |
 | 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. Four of Cups (Mixed Happiness), when reversed: Loss of balance. Suppressed emotions. |
 | The card at the top of the cross represents your goal, or the best you can achieve without a dramatic change of priorities. The Devil, when reversed: Resisting temptation. Not a time for sensuality. Fear of one's own decisions. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. Four of Stones (The Power of the Earth), when reversed: Losing a sense of place. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. Three of Cups (Overflowing): Great feeling. Extreme joy that can turn to tears. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. Daughter of Stones (White Buffalo Woman), when reversed: Difficulty getting across ideas or emotions. Feeling out of place. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. Four of Swords (Truce), when reversed: Movement away from silence and peace. New beginnings or old troubles. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. Nine of Swords (Cruelty), when reversed: Relief from cruel conditions. Confusion. Manipulation. |
 | The card second from the top of the staff represents your hopes, fears, or an unexpected element that will come into play. Ten of Wands (Oppression), when reversed: Emerging from a bad situation. Wisdom gained from adversity. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. Justice: Examine your life, weigh things in the balance. A relationship is going badly. Analysis. Take a balanced view. |
