| 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. Nine of Swords (Cruelty): Concern. Miscarriage. Anxiety over a loved one. Despair. |
 | 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. Seven of Cups (Temptation), when reversed: Desire. Determination. Strong willpower. A goal nearly attained. Intelligent choice. |
 | The card at the top of the cross represents your goal, or the best you can achieve without a dramatic change of priorities. The Fool: Thoughtlessness. Folly. Extravagance. Lack of discipline. Immaturity. Irrationality. Insecurity. Frivolity. Delirium. Frenzy. Enthusiasm. Naiveté. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. Two of Coins (Change): Difficulty in launching new projects. Difficult stations. New troubles. Embarrassment. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. The Emperor, when reversed: Immaturity. Ineffectiveness. Indecision. Inability. Weakness of character. Failure to control petty emotions. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. The Hermit, when reversed: Imprudence. Hastiness. Rashness. Prematurity. Incorrect advice. Failure caused by dullness. Over-prudence causes unnecessary delays. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. Ten of Cups (Satiety): Home. Joy. Pleasure. Peace. Love. Contentment. Good family. Honor. Esteem. Virtue. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. Knight of Swords, when reversed: Incapacity. Imprudence. Dispute or ruin over a woman. Impulsive mistakes. Conceited fool. Simplicity. |
 | The card second from the top of the staff represents your hopes, fears, or an unexpected element that will come into play. Ten of Clubs (Oppression): Pressure. Problems soon to be resolved. Striving to meet a goal or to maintain a certain level or position. Possibly using power for selfish ends. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. The Falling Tower: Complete and sudden change. Breakdown of old beliefs. Abandonment of past relationships. Severing of a friendship. Changing one's opinion. Unexpected events. Bankruptcy. Downfall. Loss of stability. Loss of security. |
