| 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. Nine of Stones (Material Gain), when reversed: Misusing material gain. Greed. |
 | 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. Father of Stones (Old Man): Fundamental male principle. Someone who cares deeply for family and for the nature. Hard worker. |
 | The card at the top of the cross represents your goal, or the best you can achieve without a dramatic change of priorities. Four of Cups (Mixed Happiness), when reversed: Loss of balance. Suppressed emotions. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. Ace of Stones, when reversed: Unappreciated gifts. Materialism. Conflicts over money or property. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. Eight of Cups (Failure), when reversed: Hidden joy. New happiness. Positive change. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. Three of Swords (Mourning): Oppressive situations. Mourning. Sorrow. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. Mother of Swords (Nut), when reversed: Need for privacy exaggerated. Conflict between love of solitude and love for others. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. Eight of Wands (Swiftness), when reversed: Scattered energy. Contradictory activities. Fear of taking action. Shyness, or jealousy. |
 | The card second from the top of the staff represents your hopes, fears, or an unexpected element that will come into play. Aeon, when reversed: Rebirth. Resisting change. A new life, possibly not acknowledged. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. Mother of Wands (Kali), when reversed: Kali-like energy suppressed. Destructiveness outweighs joy and love. |
