| 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 Universe, when reversed: Stagnation. Lack of willpower and confidence. Self-defined limitations. Resistance or opposition. |
 | 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. Ten of Swords (Ruin), when reversed: Troubles passing. Relief. Need to rest. |
 | The card at the top of the cross represents your goal, or the best you can achieve without a dramatic change of priorities. Five of Swords (Defeat): An overwhelming situation. Need to hold onto principles until the time comes to make a change. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. Daughter of Swords (Isis): A powerful figure, confident and dynamic. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. Father of Wands (Brahma), when reversed: Snobbishness, especially intellectual. Devotion Doubts, weakness, confusion. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. The Star, when reversed: Fears for the future. Isolation. Tension or anxiety. Hope. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. Eight of Cups (Failure): Failure. Arrogance and greed. Accept help from others. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. Four of Stones (The Power of the Earth), when reversed: Losing a sense of place. |
 | The card second from the top of the staff represents your hopes, fears, or an unexpected element that will come into play. Father of Swords (Ra): Dominant, autocratic person. Delegating authority to others. Strong, creative intellect. Fairness. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. Death, when reversed: Resisting change. Stagnation. Inertia. Pain of giving something up. |
