| 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. The Hierophant, when reversed: Social pressure. Doctrines and ideas that have lost meaning. Originality. Gullibility. |
 | 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. Three of Cups (Overflowing): Great feeling. Extreme joy that can turn to tears. |
 | The card at the top of the cross represents your goal, or the best you can achieve without a dramatic change of priorities. Ten of Swords (Ruin): Pain, confusion. Personal difficulties. Problems. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. The Hermit: Withdrawal from outside interests. Self-reliance. Self-creation. Developing one's personality. Gaining wisdom. Powerful dreams. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. Father of Stones (Old Man): Fundamental male principle. Someone who cares deeply for family and for the nature. Hard worker. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. Seven of Stones (Failure): Disharmony. Without careful redirection, failure is possible. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. Five of Wands (Conflict), when reversed: Personal and aggressive conflicts. Bitterness towards others. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. Ten of Stones (Richness): Good life. Health. A sense of solid reality. |
 | The card second from the top of the staff represents your hopes, fears, or an unexpected element that will come into play. Nine of Wands (Power), when reversed: Weakness. Passivity. Arrogance or misuse of power. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. Daughter of Wands (Radha), when reversed: Unfulfilled potential. |
