| 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. Five of Stones (Material Difficulty), when reversed: Movement for the better. Wait. Act cautiously. |
 | 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. The Emperor: Influence of society, law. Resurgence of energy. Sexual potency. Arrogance. Insensitivity. Energy and desire. |
 | The card at the top of the cross represents your goal, or the best you can achieve without a dramatic change of priorities. Son of Stones (Chief Seattle), when reversed: Despair. Selfishness leads to feeling lost. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. Five of Swords (Defeat): An overwhelming situation. Need to hold onto principles until the time comes to make a change. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. Ace of Wands, when reversed: Lack of focus. Scattered or confused efforts. Pessimism. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. Two of Stones (Harmony): Harmonic situations. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. Daughter of Swords (Isis): A powerful figure, confident and dynamic. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. Six of Swords (Science): Need for objectivity and honesty. |
 | The card second from the top of the staff represents your hopes, fears, or an unexpected element that will come into play. Eight of Cups (Failure), when reversed: Hidden joy. New happiness. Positive change. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. 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. |
