| 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. Four of Stones (The Power of the Earth): Creativity and new ideas. Overwhelming energy. |
 | 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. Ace of Cups, when reversed: Happiness is blocked. Trouble communicating. Value of life questioned. |
 | The card at the top of the cross represents your goal, or the best you can achieve without a dramatic change of priorities. Nine of Swords (Cruelty): Cruelty. Feeling like a victim. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. Two of Swords (Peace), when reversed: Disruption. Seek tranquility within. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. 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 right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. The Devil, when reversed: Resisting temptation. Not a time for sensuality. Fear of one's own decisions. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. Father of Swords (Ra), when reversed: Tyrant. A person jealous of personal power. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. Three of Wands (Virtue): Acting in harmony with nature. Purpose. Good fortune. |
 | The card second from the top of the staff represents your hopes, fears, or an unexpected element that will come into play. Justice: Examine your life, weigh things in the balance. A relationship is going badly. Analysis. Take a balanced view. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. Ten of Stones (Richness): Good life. Health. A sense of solid reality. |
