| 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. Daughter of Cups (Brigid of Treland), when reversed: Loss of self-assurance. Importance of personal history ignored. |
 | 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. The Hierophant: Tradition, community and teachings. Conformity. Marriage, or any solemn commitment. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. Ten of Stones (Richness): Good life. Health. A sense of solid reality. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. Son of Swords (Osiris), when reversed: Weakness, possibly corruption. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. 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 base of the staff represents your role or attitude. Ace of Swords, when reversed: Anger. Aggression. Distorted thinking. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. Five of Stones (Material Difficulty), when reversed: Movement for the better. Wait. Act cautiously. |
 | The card second from the top of the staff represents your hopes, fears, or an unexpected element that will come into play. The Universe: Success. Becoming happier, more fulfilled. Recovery from illness. An exciting future. Satisfaction. Justified pride. Life opening up. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. Ten of Swords (Ruin): Pain, confusion. Personal difficulties. Problems. |
