| 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. Son of Cups (Parsival), when reversed: Avoiding responsibility. Callousness. |
 | 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. Mother of Wands (Kali): A wild, female energy. Dark power, sexual energy. |
 | The card at the top of the cross represents your goal, or the best you can achieve without a dramatic change of priorities. Justice, when reversed: Do not act out of habit. Imbalance. You may be acting unfairly. Trying to avoid an honest evaluation. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. Strength: Inner strength. Love and gentleness. Confidence. Ability to give love. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. Death, when reversed: Resisting change. Stagnation. Inertia. Pain of giving something up. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. Three of Stones (Work): Work. Satisfaction. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. Two of Wands (Dominion): Power. Strong will. The power of spiritual truth. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. The Hanged Man: Attachment. Deep spiritual awareness. Independence. |
 | The card second from the top of the staff represents your hopes, fears, or an unexpected element that will come into play. The Chariot: Willpower in dealing with problems. Will to continue. Deep fear driving a person. Triumph over fear. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. Four of Swords (Truce), when reversed: Movement away from silence and peace. New beginnings or old troubles. |
