| 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. Three of Swords (Mourning): Oppressive situations. Mourning. Sorrow. |
 | 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. Three of Cups (Overflowing), when reversed: Feelings dammed up. Instability. |
 | The card at the top of the cross represents your goal, or the best you can achieve without a dramatic change of priorities. Mother of Cups (Venus of Willendorf): Earthy, plain, honest person. Matriarch. Ancient forces. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. Six of Stones (Success): Great success and joy, possibly short-lived. Find inner truth in happiness. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. The Hanged Man, when reversed: Being overly influenced by outside ideas. Pressure to conform. Demands. Sacrificing something to get passed hang-ups. Lack of purpose. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. Seven of Stones (Failure), when reversed: Recovery. Fresh start. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. Ten of Swords (Ruin), when reversed: Troubles passing. Relief. Need to rest. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. Son of Wands (Krishna), when reversed: Difficulty. Conflict. Problems may bring out depths in a person. |
 | The card second from the top of the staff represents your hopes, fears, or an unexpected element that will come into play. The Star, when reversed: Fears for the future. Isolation. Tension or anxiety. Hope. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. Five of Wands (Conflict): Strife and battle, without hatred and bitterness. Avoidance. |
