| 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. Queen of Coins, when reversed: False prosperity. Suspense. Suspicion. Responsibilities neglected. Distrustful person. Far of failure. |
 | 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. Judgment, when reversed: Delay. Disappointment. Failure to face facts. Indecision. Divorce. Procrastination. Theft. Alienation of affections. |
 | The card at the top of the cross represents your goal, or the best you can achieve without a dramatic change of priorities. Two of Cups (Love), when reversed: Unsatisfactory love. False friendship. Troubled relationship. Divorce. Separation. Crossed desires. Opposition. Misunderstanding. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. Page of Coins: Deep concentration and application. Scholarship. Reflection. Desire for new ideas. A do-gooder. Bearer of news. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. Justice: Reasonableness. Justice Proper balance. Harmony. Equity. Righteousness. Virtue. Honor. Virginity. Just reward. The eventual outcome, whether favorable or unfavorable, will be truly fair to the person concerned. Equilibrium. Poise. Impartiality. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. Nine of Cups (Happiness), when reversed: Mistakes. Material loss. Imperfections. Misplaced trust. False freedom. Opposition. Differences. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. Two of Swords (Peace), when reversed: Duplicity. Misrepresentation. Dishonor. Treachery. False friends. Lies. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. Three of Swords (Sorrow): Absence. Sorrow. Disappointment. Strife. Removal. Dispersion. Diversion. Opposition. Separation. Delay. |
 | The card second from the top of the staff represents your hopes, fears, or an unexpected element that will come into play. Queen of Clubs, when reversed: Jealousy. Deceit. Possible infidelity. Unstable emotions. Fickleness. Resistance. Opposition. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. Three of Clubs (Virtue): Practical knowledge. Business acumen. Enterprise. Negotiation. Trade. Commerce. |
