| 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. Five of Stones (Material Difficulty): Wintry times. Money troubles. Illness. Isolation. |
 | 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. Daughter of Cups (Brigid of Treland): Calmness and radiance. Peacefulness and strength of character. |
 | The card at the top of the cross represents your goal, or the best you can achieve without a dramatic change of priorities. Ace of Wands: Gift of fire. Energy. Optimism. Confidence. Desire. Beginnings. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. Eight of Wands (Swiftness), when reversed: Scattered energy. Contradictory activities. Fear of taking action. Shyness, or jealousy. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. Seven of Wands (Courage), when reversed: Loss of nerve. Hesitation. Seek an alternative, possibly reconciliation. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. Nine of Swords (Cruelty): Cruelty. Feeling like a victim. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. Three of Cups (Overflowing): Great feeling. Extreme joy that can turn to tears. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. Mother of Stones (Spider Woman), when reversed: Difficulty in staying still and appreciating life. Loss of personal center. |
 | The card second from the top of the staff represents your hopes, fears, or an unexpected element that will come into play. Mother of Swords (Nut), when reversed: Need for privacy exaggerated. Conflict between love of solitude and love for others. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. The Magician, when reversed: Natural expression of energy blocked. Inner resistance. Arrogance. Misuse of personal power. |
