| 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 Swords (Osiris), when reversed: Weakness, possibly corruption. |
 | 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. Six of Swords (Science): Need for objectivity and honesty. |
 | The card at the top of the cross represents your goal, or the best you can achieve without a dramatic change of priorities. Nine of Swords (Cruelty): Cruelty. Feeling like a victim. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. Mother of Stones (Spider Woman): Serene, probably an older woman. Self-confidence. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. Ten of Stones (Richness): Good life. Health. A sense of solid reality. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. Four of Wands (Perfection), when reversed: Errors. Impatient for new start. Wait for genuine opportunity. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. Ace of Stones, when reversed: Unappreciated gifts. Materialism. Conflicts over money or property. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. Son of Cups (Parsival): Sweet tempered, but naïve person. A good heart. A test. |
 | The card second from the top of the staff represents your hopes, fears, or an unexpected element that will come into play. The Universe, when reversed: Stagnation. Lack of willpower and confidence. Self-defined limitations. Resistance or opposition. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. Five of Cups (Disappointment), when reversed: Coming out of disappointment. A realistic view of the past. |
