| 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. Seven of Swords (Uselessness): Depression. Possibly, the need to leave a situation for new possibilities. |
 | 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 Wands (Oppression), when reversed: Emerging from a bad situation. Wisdom gained from adversity. |
 | The card at the top of the cross represents your goal, or the best you can achieve without a dramatic change of priorities. Ace of Swords, when reversed: Anger. Aggression. Distorted thinking. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. Father of Cups (Odin): A powerful, domineering person. Intelligence. Creativity. Generous and loving. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. Four of Cups (Mixed Happiness), when reversed: Loss of balance. Suppressed emotions. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. Mother of Stones (Spider Woman): Serene, probably an older woman. Self-confidence. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. Six of Cups (Happiness), when reversed: The happy moment may be passing. Not recognizing happiness. Unbalanced or excessive behavior. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. Justice, when reversed: Do not act out of habit. Imbalance. You may be acting unfairly. Trying to avoid an honest evaluation. |
 | The card second from the top of the staff represents your hopes, fears, or an unexpected element that will come into play. Death, when reversed: Resisting change. Stagnation. Inertia. Pain of giving something up. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. The Empress, when reversed: Passion blocked. Difficulty expressing oneself. Problems with one's mother. |
