| 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. Seven of Clubs (Valor), when reversed: Consternation Anxiety. Embarrassment. Hesitancy causing losses. Perplexity. |
 | 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. Nine of Clubs (Strength), when reversed: Obstacles. Adversity. Problems. Delays. Disaster. Barriers to overcome. Ill health. |
 | 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 Coins (Change), when reversed: Literary ability. Agility in handling matters. Simulated enjoyment. Enforced gaiety. Letter. Message. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. Page of Clubs, when reversed: Indecision. Reluctance. Instability. A gossip. Bearer of bad tidings. A heart breaker. Displeasure. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. Five of Coins (Worry), when reversed: Reversal of bad trend. New interest in matters. Opposition to further gain. Suspense and delay. Spendthrift. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. Ace of Clubs, when reversed: False start. Cloudy outlook. Unrealized goal. Decadence. Empty existence. Vexation. Cancellation of plans. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. Ten of Swords (Ruin): Ruin. Pain Affliction. Anguish. Desolation. Misfortune. Disappointment. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. Queen of Coins, when reversed: False prosperity. Suspense. Suspicion. Responsibilities neglected. Distrustful person. Far of failure. |
 | The card second from the top of the staff represents your hopes, fears, or an unexpected element that will come into play. Three of Coins (Works), when reversed: Sloppiness. Mediocrity. Money problems. Commonplace ideas. Lack of skill. Preoccupation. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. The Hanged Man, when reversed: Lack of sacrifice. Unwillingness to make the necessary effort. Failure to give of oneself. Egotism. False prophecy. Useless sacrifice. |
