| 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 Empress: Passion. Love of nature. Motherhood. Joyous activity. |
 | 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. Ten of Wands (Oppression): Oppression. Depression. Transformation from cruelty to liberation. Possible fail. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. The Chariot, when reversed: Lack of will. Passivity or weakness. It may be best to let things run their course. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. Eight of Wands (Swiftness), when reversed: Scattered energy. Contradictory activities. Fear of taking action. Shyness, or jealousy. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. Mother of Cups (Venus of Willendorf), when reversed: Someone out of touch with physical realities. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. The Hierophant, when reversed: Social pressure. Doctrines and ideas that have lost meaning. Originality. Gullibility. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. Five of Wands (Conflict): Strife and battle, without hatred and bitterness. Avoidance. |
 | The card second from the top of the staff represents your hopes, fears, or an unexpected element that will come into play. Ten of Swords (Ruin), when reversed: Troubles passing. Relief. Need to rest. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. Three of Wands (Virtue): Acting in harmony with nature. Purpose. Good fortune. |
