| 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. The Falling Tower, when reversed: Continued oppression. Following old way. Living in a rut. Inability to effect any worthwhile change. Entrapment in an unhappy situation. |
 | 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. Five of Cups (Disappointment), when reversed: Hopeful outlook. Favorable expectations. New alliances. Affinity. Return of an old friend. Reunion. |
 | The card at the top of the cross represents your goal, or the best you can achieve without a dramatic change of priorities. Wheel of Fortune, when reversed: Bad luck. Broken sequence. Interruption or inconsistency due to unexpected events. Outside influences not contemplated. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. Six of Coins (Success), when reversed: Avarice. Selfishness. Envy. Jealousy. Bad debt. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. The Sun: Satisfaction. Accomplishment. Contentment. Success. Favorable relationships. Love. Joy. Devotion. Unselfish sentiment. Engagement. A happy marriage. Pleasure in daily existence. A good friend. High spirits. Warmth. Sincerity. Pleasures derived from simple things. Achievement in the arts. Liberation. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. The Hermit: Counsel. Knowledge. Solicitude. Prudence. Discretion. Vigilance. Circumspection. Self-denial. Withdrawal. Regression. Annulment. Tendency to withhold emotion. Fear of discovery. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. Four of Swords (Truce): Respite. Rest after illness. Repose. Replenishment. Solitude. Exile. Retreat. Abandonment. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. Five of Swords (Defeat): Conquest. Defeat. Destruction of others. Degradation. Adversary may arise. Revocation. Infamy. Dishonor. |
 | The card second from the top of the staff represents your hopes, fears, or an unexpected element that will come into play. Three of Clubs (Virtue), when reversed: Assistance with an ulterior motive. Diminishing adversity. Beware of help offered. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. Seven of Coins (Assessment), when reversed: Impatience. Uneasiness. Imprudent actions. Loss of money. Unwise investments. |
