| 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. Strength: Inner strength. Love and gentleness. Confidence. Ability to give love. |
 | 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. Three of Stones (Work), when reversed: Work not going well. Unemployment. Laziness. |
 | The card at the top of the cross represents your goal, or the best you can achieve without a dramatic change of priorities. Daughter of Wands (Radha): Abundance. Joy. Good sense. Culture. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. Five of Stones (Material Difficulty): Wintry times. Money troubles. Illness. Isolation. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. Eight of Stones (Knowledge): Be careful and moderate. Avoid excessive action. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. Six of Wands (Victory), when reversed: Loss of belief. Negative attitude can lead to failure. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. The Wheel of Fortune: Change of circumstances. Taking hold of one's life. Grabbing hold of fate. Time to take what life has given you. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. Father of Stones (Old Man): Fundamental male principle. Someone who cares deeply for family and for the nature. Hard worker. |
 | The card second from the top of the staff represents your hopes, fears, or an unexpected element that will come into play. The Tower, when reversed: Similar to upright meanings, but less severe. A shaking up. Minor disturbance. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. Nine of Stones (Material Gain): Fortune. Money, security, health, comfort. Avoid complacency, greed, or conceit. |
