| 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 Cups (Success): Successful development, with some effort required. |
 | 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. Father of Swords (Ra), when reversed: Tyrant. A person jealous of personal power. |
 | 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 Swords (Isis): A powerful figure, confident and dynamic. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. The Wheel of Fortune: Change of circumstances. Taking hold of one's life. Grabbing hold of fate. Time to take what life has given you. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. Justice, when reversed: Do not act out of habit. Imbalance. You may be acting unfairly. Trying to avoid an honest evaluation. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. Father of Stones (Old Man), when reversed: Cold and uncaring. Lack of success. Pain at the suffering of the world. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. Mother of Stones (Spider Woman): Serene, probably an older woman. Self-confidence. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. Eight of Cups (Failure), when reversed: Hidden joy. New happiness. Positive change. |
 | The card second from the top of the staff represents your hopes, fears, or an unexpected element that will come into play. The Moon, when reversed: The time to return to "solar", rational activities. Conscious mind blocking the unconscious. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. Seven of Cups (Illusions of Success), when reversed: Hidden problems emerging. More realistic outlook. |
