| 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 Russian Tarot of Saint Petersburg is the final commissioned work of Yuri Shakov, a master in the lost art of Russian miniature painting. The rich, dark images lend themselves to questions regarding the struggle of the human spirit in trying times. If you would like your own copy of the Russian Tarot of Saint Petersburg, you can buy it now! |
 | The card not shown but at the center of the cross, represents the atmosphere surrounding the central issue. Strength: Strength. Courage. Conviction. Energy. Defiance. Action. Confidence. Zeal. Matter over mind or mind over matter. |
 | 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 Magician: Originality. Creativity. Imagination. Spontaneity. Self-confidence, Ingenuity, Flexibility, Masterfullness, Self-control. Deception. Sleight of hand. |
 | The card at the top of the cross represents your goal, or the best you can achieve without a dramatic change of priorities. Two of Clubs (Dominion): Mature individual. Ruler. Attainment of goals and needs. Boldness. Courage in undertakings. A dominant personality. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. Ace of Swords: Great determination. Initiative. Strength. Force. Activity. Excessiveness. Triumph. Power. Success. Fertility. Prosperity. Deep emotional feeling. Love. Championship. Conquest. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. Page of Clubs, when reversed: Indecision. Reluctance. Instability. A gossip. Bearer of bad tidings. A heart breaker. Displeasure. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. Knight of Swords, when reversed: Incapacity. Imprudence. Dispute or ruin over a woman. Impulsive mistakes. Conceited fool. Simplicity. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. Five of Cups (Disappointment): Partial loss. Regret. Friendship without real meaning. Marriage without real love. Inheritance. Incomplete union or partnership. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. King of Cups, when reversed: Artistic temperament. Double dealing. Scandal. Loss. Ruin. Injustice. A crafty person without virtue. |
 | The card second from the top of the staff represents your hopes, fears, or an unexpected element that will come into play. Two of Coins (Change): Difficulty in launching new projects. Difficult stations. New troubles. Embarrassment. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. Page of Swords, when reversed: An impostor revealed. Illness is possible. Powerlessness in the face of stronger forces. Lack of preparation. |
