| 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 Cups (Disappointment): Be patient. Confusion and disappointment are exaggerated. |
 | 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. Two of Wands (Dominion), when reversed: Voluntarily giving up a position of power. Seeking adventures. Misuse of power. |
 | 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): A moment of calm. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. The Hermit: Withdrawal from outside interests. Self-reliance. Self-creation. Developing one's personality. Gaining wisdom. Powerful dreams. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. Death, when reversed: Resisting change. Stagnation. Inertia. Pain of giving something up. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. Daughter of Cups (Brigid of Treland): Calmness and radiance. Peacefulness and strength of character. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. Seven of Swords (Uselessness), when reversed: Attempting to deal with feelings of usefulness. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. The Lovers: The importance of love. Depending on the place in the spread, the state of a specific relationship. |
 | The card second from the top of the staff represents your hopes, fears, or an unexpected element that will come into play. Eight of Wands (Swiftness), when reversed: Scattered energy. Contradictory activities. Fear of taking action. Shyness, or jealousy. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. Two of Stones (Harmony), when reversed: Disharmony. A time for solitude. |
