| 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 Lovers: The importance of love. Depending on the place in the spread, the state of a specific relationship. |
 | 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. The Devil: Something exciting, possibly dangerous or forbidden. Temptation. Physical gratification. Exploring darker feelings. Wild action opens up new areas in life. |
 | The card at the top of the cross represents your goal, or the best you can achieve without a dramatic change of priorities. Eight of Stones (Knowledge), when reversed: Lack of moderation. Impatience. Ignorance. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. Six of Stones (Success): Great success and joy, possibly short-lived. Find inner truth in happiness. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. Strength, when reversed: Feeling blocked from one's power. Weak. Overwhelmed. Meditation or some form of relaxation may help restore strength. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. Mother of Stones (Spider Woman), when reversed: Difficulty in staying still and appreciating life. Loss of personal center. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. Ace of Cups, when reversed: Happiness is blocked. Trouble communicating. Value of life questioned. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. The Star, when reversed: Fears for the future. Isolation. Tension or anxiety. Hope. |
 | The card second from the top of the staff represents your hopes, fears, or an unexpected element that will come into play. The Hanged Man, when reversed: Being overly influenced by outside ideas. Pressure to conform. Demands. Sacrificing something to get passed hang-ups. Lack of purpose. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. The Hermit: Withdrawal from outside interests. Self-reliance. Self-creation. Developing one's personality. Gaining wisdom. Powerful dreams. |
