| 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. Five of Cups (Disappointment), when reversed: Coming out of disappointment. A realistic view of the past. |
 | 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 Empress, when reversed: Passion blocked. Difficulty expressing oneself. Problems with one's mother. |
 | 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 Swords (Ra), when reversed: Tyrant. A person jealous of personal power. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. Death, when reversed: Resisting change. Stagnation. Inertia. Pain of giving something up. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. Eight of Stones (Knowledge), when reversed: Lack of moderation. Impatience. Ignorance. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. Son of Swords (Osiris), when reversed: Weakness, possibly corruption. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. Six of Swords (Science), when reversed: Idealism used for selfish ends. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. Eight of Swords (Interference), when reversed: No interference. Avoiding responsibility. |
 | The card second from the top of the staff represents your hopes, fears, or an unexpected element that will come into play. Son of Cups (Parsival), when reversed: Avoiding responsibility. Callousness. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. Five of Wands (Conflict), when reversed: Personal and aggressive conflicts. Bitterness towards others. |
