| 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. The Hierophant, when reversed: Social pressure. Doctrines and ideas that have lost meaning. Originality. Gullibility. |
 | The card at the top of the cross represents your goal, or the best you can achieve without a dramatic change of priorities. Four of Stones (The Power of the Earth): Creativity and new ideas. Overwhelming energy. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. Six of Cups (Happiness): Happiness. Loving and being loved. Balance and peace. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. Daughter of Swords (Isis), when reversed: Loss of confidence. Depression. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. Ace of Wands, when reversed: Lack of focus. Scattered or confused efforts. Pessimism. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. Four of Wands (Perfection): New life. Take action at the right moment. Excitement and growth. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. The Lovers: The importance of love. Depending on the place in the spread, the state of a specific relationship. |
 | The card second from the top of the staff represents your hopes, fears, or an unexpected element that will come into play. Eight of Swords (Interference), when reversed: No interference. Avoiding responsibility. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. Ten of Cups (Success): Successful development, with some effort required. |
