| 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. Ten of Stones (Richness): Good life. Health. A sense of solid reality. |
 | 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. Mother of Cups (Venus of Willendorf): Earthy, plain, honest person. Matriarch. Ancient forces. |
 | The card at the top of the cross represents your goal, or the best you can achieve without a dramatic change of priorities. The Magician: Power. Strength. Being in control of one's life. Transforming old situations, bringing in new ones. A burst of energy. Creativity. Focused will. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. Four of Stones (The Power of the Earth), when reversed: Losing a sense of place. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. Two of Cups (Love), when reversed: Quarreling or jealousy. Uncertain future. Lack of commitment. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. Daughter of Swords (Isis), when reversed: Loss of confidence. Depression. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. Eight of Cups (Failure): Failure. Arrogance and greed. Accept help from others. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. Mother of Wands (Kali): A wild, female energy. Dark power, sexual energy. |
 | The card second from the top of the staff represents your hopes, fears, or an unexpected element that will come into play. Three of Wands (Virtue), when reversed: Being out of harmony with the situation. Difficulty in finding the point of life or in discovering worthy goals. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. Daughter of Cups (Brigid of Treland), when reversed: Loss of self-assurance. Importance of personal history ignored. |
