| 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 Wands (Power), when reversed: Weakness. Passivity. Arrogance or misuse of power. |
 | 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. The Empress: Passion. Love of nature. Motherhood. Joyous activity. |
 | The card at the top of the cross represents your goal, or the best you can achieve without a dramatic change of priorities. Daughter of Stones (White Buffalo Woman), when reversed: Difficulty getting across ideas or emotions. Feeling out of place. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. Mother of Cups (Venus of Willendorf): Earthy, plain, honest person. Matriarch. Ancient forces. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. The Lovers: The importance of love. Depending on the place in the spread, the state of a specific relationship. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. Five of Cups (Disappointment), when reversed: Coming out of disappointment. A realistic view of the past. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. The Emperor: Influence of society, law. Resurgence of energy. Sexual potency. Arrogance. Insensitivity. Energy and desire. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. The Hermit, when reversed: Involvement with others. Fear of loneliness. Disturbing dreams. A desire not to grow up. |
 | The card second from the top of the staff represents your hopes, fears, or an unexpected element that will come into play. Strength, when reversed: Feeling blocked from one's power. Weak. Overwhelmed. Meditation or some form of relaxation may help restore strength. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. Ace of Wands: Gift of fire. Energy. Optimism. Confidence. Desire. Beginnings. |
