| 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. The Hierophant, when reversed: Social pressure. Doctrines and ideas that have lost meaning. Originality. Gullibility. |
 | 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 Wands (Dominion): Power. Strong will. The power of spiritual truth. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. Four of Wands (Perfection): New life. Take action at the right moment. Excitement and growth. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. Daughter of Cups (Brigid of Treland): Calmness and radiance. Peacefulness and strength of character. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. Six of Cups (Happiness): Happiness. Loving and being loved. Balance and peace. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. Nine of Cups (Fortune), when reversed: Stinginess. Loss. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. Mother of Swords (Nut), when reversed: Need for privacy exaggerated. Conflict between love of solitude and love for others. |
 | The card second from the top of the staff represents your hopes, fears, or an unexpected element that will come into play. Mother of Cups (Venus of Willendorf): Earthy, plain, honest person. Matriarch. Ancient forces. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. The Tower, when reversed: Similar to upright meanings, but less severe. A shaking up. Minor disturbance. |
