| 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. Father of Swords (Ra), when reversed: Tyrant. A person jealous of personal power. |
 | 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. Daughter of Wands (Radha), when reversed: Unfulfilled potential. |
 | 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. Six of Swords (Science): Need for objectivity and honesty. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. Seven of Wands (Courage): Courage and daring - possibly, the courage to retreat. Using one's power for transformation. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. The Devil: Something exciting, possibly dangerous or forbidden. Temptation. Physical gratification. Exploring darker feelings. Wild action opens up new areas in life. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. Aeon: Renewal. Optimism in spite of a painful period of change. Change. Spontaneity. All things are possible. Old world seen through new eyes. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. The Hierophant, when reversed: Social pressure. Doctrines and ideas that have lost meaning. Originality. Gullibility. |
 | The card second from the top of the staff represents your hopes, fears, or an unexpected element that will come into play. Five of Stones (Material Difficulty), when reversed: Movement for the better. Wait. Act cautiously. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. Four of Swords (Truce), when reversed: Movement away from silence and peace. New beginnings or old troubles. |
