| 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. Ace of Cups: Happiness. Love, joy, optimism. Love flowing openly between two people. |
 | 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. Son of Stones (Chief Seattle): Taking action to make positive change - with the benefit of the next seven generations in mind. |
 | The card at the top of the cross represents your goal, or the best you can achieve without a dramatic change of priorities. Father of Stones (Old Man), when reversed: Cold and uncaring. Lack of success. Pain at the suffering of the world. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. Nine of Stones (Material Gain), when reversed: Misusing material gain. Greed. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. The Tower, when reversed: Similar to upright meanings, but less severe. A shaking up. Minor disturbance. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. Nine of Cups (Fortune), when reversed: Stinginess. Loss. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. Two of Wands (Dominion), when reversed: Voluntarily giving up a position of power. Seeking adventures. Misuse of power. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. Two of Stones (Harmony): Harmonic situations. |
 | The card second from the top of the staff represents your hopes, fears, or an unexpected element that will come into play. Three of Cups (Overflowing), when reversed: Feelings dammed up. Instability. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. Ace of Stones, when reversed: Unappreciated gifts. Materialism. Conflicts over money or property. |
