| 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. Daughter of Swords (Isis): A powerful figure, confident and dynamic. |
 | 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 Emperor: Influence of society, law. Resurgence of energy. Sexual potency. Arrogance. Insensitivity. Energy and desire. |
 | The card at the top of the cross represents your goal, or the best you can achieve without a dramatic change of priorities. Father of Wands (Brahma), when reversed: Snobbishness, especially intellectual. Devotion Doubts, weakness, confusion. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. Strength, when reversed: Feeling blocked from one's power. Weak. Overwhelmed. Meditation or some form of relaxation may help restore strength. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. Two of Stones (Harmony), when reversed: Disharmony. A time for solitude. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. The Universe, when reversed: Stagnation. Lack of willpower and confidence. Self-defined limitations. Resistance or opposition. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. Seven of Stones (Failure): Disharmony. Without careful redirection, failure is possible. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. Justice, when reversed: Do not act out of habit. Imbalance. You may be acting unfairly. Trying to avoid an honest evaluation. |
 | The card second from the top of the staff represents your hopes, fears, or an unexpected element that will come into play. Ace of Swords, when reversed: Anger. Aggression. Distorted thinking. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. Two of Wands (Dominion): Power. Strong will. The power of spiritual truth. |
