| 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 Swords (Isis): A powerful figure, confident and dynamic. |
 | 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. Five of Cups (Disappointment), when reversed: Coming out of disappointment. A realistic view of the past. |
 | The card at the top of the cross represents your goal, or the best you can achieve without a dramatic change of priorities. Daughter of Stones (White Buffalo Woman): Willingness to take responsibility for something greater than oneself. Love, courage and dedication. Inner beauty. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. The Empress, when reversed: Passion blocked. Difficulty expressing oneself. Problems with one's mother. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. The Star, when reversed: Fears for the future. Isolation. Tension or anxiety. Hope. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. The High Priestess, when reversed: A time for action, for involvements with others. Commitment in romance. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. Father of Wands (Brahma): A calm person, possibly stuffy. A rooted quality that gives strength. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. Two of Swords (Peace): Tranquility. Opportunity for prospering. |
 | The card second from the top of the staff represents your hopes, fears, or an unexpected element that will come into play. Death, when reversed: Resisting change. Stagnation. Inertia. Pain of giving something up. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. Four of Stones (The Power of the Earth): Creativity and new ideas. Overwhelming energy. |
