| 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. Five of Swords (Defeat): An overwhelming situation. Need to hold onto principles until the time comes to make a 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. Father of Stones (Old Man): Fundamental male principle. Someone who cares deeply for family and for the nature. Hard worker. |
 | The card at the top of the cross represents your goal, or the best you can achieve without a dramatic change of priorities. Four of Swords (Truce), when reversed: Movement away from silence and peace. New beginnings or old troubles. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. Mother of Stones (Spider Woman), when reversed: Difficulty in staying still and appreciating life. Loss of personal center. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. Father of Swords (Ra), when reversed: Tyrant. A person jealous of personal power. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. Six of Cups (Happiness): Happiness. Loving and being loved. Balance and peace. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. Three of Cups (Overflowing): Great feeling. Extreme joy that can turn to tears. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. Ten of Wands (Oppression), when reversed: Emerging from a bad situation. Wisdom gained from adversity. |
 | 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. Two of Wands (Dominion), when reversed: Voluntarily giving up a position of power. Seeking adventures. Misuse of power. |
