| 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. Seven of Swords (Uselessness), when reversed: Attempting to deal with feelings of usefulness. |
 | 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. Ace of Wands: Gift of fire. Energy. Optimism. Confidence. Desire. Beginnings. |
 | 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 Cups (Parsival), when reversed: Avoiding responsibility. Callousness. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. Nine of Wands (Power): Great energy. Arrogance, especially toward those who feel weak. Life's resiliency. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. The Hermit: Withdrawal from outside interests. Self-reliance. Self-creation. Developing one's personality. Gaining wisdom. Powerful dreams. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. Aeon: Renewal. Optimism in spite of a painful period of change. Change. Spontaneity. All things are possible. Old world seen through new eyes. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. Father of Stones (Old Man): Fundamental male principle. Someone who cares deeply for family and for the nature. Hard worker. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. Ten of Stones (Richness): Good life. Health. A sense of solid reality. |
 | The card second from the top of the staff represents your hopes, fears, or an unexpected element that will come into play. Eight of Wands (Swiftness): Definite movement. Progress. A worthy goal. Finding a direction in life. Development of a new love affair. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. Four of Stones (The Power of the Earth): Creativity and new ideas. Overwhelming energy. |
