| 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 Stones (Material Difficulty): Wintry times. Money troubles. Illness. Isolation. |
 | 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. Two of Stones (Harmony), when reversed: Disharmony. A time for solitude. |
 | 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 Swords (Peace), when reversed: Disruption. Seek tranquility within. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. The Hierophant, when reversed: Social pressure. Doctrines and ideas that have lost meaning. Originality. Gullibility. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. Ten of Wands (Oppression), when reversed: Emerging from a bad situation. Wisdom gained from adversity. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. Seven of Wands (Courage), when reversed: Loss of nerve. Hesitation. Seek an alternative, possibly reconciliation. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. Strength, when reversed: Feeling blocked from one's power. Weak. Overwhelmed. Meditation or some form of relaxation may help restore strength. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. Nine of Cups (Fortune), when reversed: Stinginess. Loss. |
 | The card second from the top of the staff represents your hopes, fears, or an unexpected element that will come into play. The High Priestess: A time for quiet, for looking inward. Seek peace. Use intuition and feeling. Peace and joy. Possibly, a lover who needs solitude or is avoiding commitment. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. Three of Wands (Virtue): Acting in harmony with nature. Purpose. Good fortune. |
