| 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 Emperor: Influence of society, law. Resurgence of energy. Sexual potency. Arrogance. Insensitivity. Energy and desire. |
 | 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): Find a moment of peace and balance. Action is possible and will lead to growth. |
 | The card at the top of the cross represents your goal, or the best you can achieve without a dramatic change of priorities. The Magician, when reversed: Natural expression of energy blocked. Inner resistance. Arrogance. Misuse of personal power. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. The High Priestess: A time for quiet, for looking inward. Seek peace. Use intuition and feeling. Peace and joy. Possibly, a lover who needs solitude or is avoiding commitment. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. Four of Stones (The Power of the Earth), when reversed: Losing a sense of place. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. Son of Wands (Krishna): Love of life. Interest in the arts. Trickster. Attractiveness. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. Two of Wands (Dominion): Power. Strong will. The power of spiritual truth. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. Ace of Cups, when reversed: Happiness is blocked. Trouble communicating. Value of life questioned. |
 | The card second from the top of the staff represents your hopes, fears, or an unexpected element that will come into play. Son of Stones (Chief Seattle), when reversed: Despair. Selfishness leads to feeling lost. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. The Tower, when reversed: Similar to upright meanings, but less severe. A shaking up. Minor disturbance. |
