| 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. Eight of Swords (Interference), when reversed: No interference. Avoiding responsibility. |
 | 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. Aeon, when reversed: Rebirth. Resisting change. A new life, possibly not acknowledged. |
 | The card at the top of the cross represents your goal, or the best you can achieve without a dramatic change of priorities. Ten of Cups (Success): Successful development, with some effort required. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. Four of Wands (Perfection): New life. Take action at the right moment. Excitement and growth. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. Seven of Wands (Courage): Courage and daring - possibly, the courage to retreat. Using one's power for transformation. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. Son of Swords (Osiris): Someone gentle, yet persuasive. An initiate to esoteric mysteries. Kindness. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. Daughter of Stones (White Buffalo Woman), when reversed: Difficulty getting across ideas or emotions. Feeling out of place. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. Nine of Cups (Fortune): Fortune. Wealth. Emotional breakthrough. Generosity. |
 | 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. Father of Stones (Old Man), when reversed: Cold and uncaring. Lack of success. Pain at the suffering of the world. |
