| 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. The Fool: Thoughtlessness. Folly. Extravagance. Lack of discipline. Immaturity. Irrationality. Insecurity. Frivolity. Delirium. Frenzy. Enthusiasm. Naiveté. |
 | 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. Four of Clubs (Completion), when reversed: Loss of full tranquility. Unfulfilled romance. Insecurity. Tarnished beauty. Incomplete happiness. |
 | The card at the top of the cross represents your goal, or the best you can achieve without a dramatic change of priorities. Seven of Coins (Assessment), when reversed: Impatience. Uneasiness. Imprudent actions. Loss of money. Unwise investments. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. Queen of Cups, when reversed: Dishonesty. Unreliability. Vice. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. Eight of Swords (Interference), when reversed: Treachery in the past. Difficulty. Hard work. Depression. Disquiet. Accident. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. Ace of Coins: Perfection. Attainment. Prosperity. Felicity. Bliss. Gold. Valuable coins or artifacts. Treasures. The combination of material and spiritual riches. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. Page of Swords, when reversed: An impostor revealed. Illness is possible. Powerlessness in the face of stronger forces. Lack of preparation. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. Eight of Clubs (Swiftness), when reversed: Thorns of dispute. Jealousy. Harassment. Stagnation. Domestic quarrels. |
 | The card second from the top of the staff represents your hopes, fears, or an unexpected element that will come into play. King of Cups, when reversed: Artistic temperament. Double dealing. Scandal. Loss. Ruin. Injustice. A crafty person without virtue. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. Five of Cups (Disappointment), when reversed: Hopeful outlook. Favorable expectations. New alliances. Affinity. Return of an old friend. Reunion. |
