| 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. Daughter of Stones (White Buffalo Woman): Willingness to take responsibility for something greater than oneself. Love, courage and dedication. Inner beauty. |
 | 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 Wands (Virtue): Acting in harmony with nature. Purpose. Good fortune. |
 | The card at the top of the cross represents your goal, or the best you can achieve without a dramatic change of priorities. The Empress, when reversed: Passion blocked. Difficulty expressing oneself. Problems with one's mother. |
 | The card at the bottom of the cross represents the foundation on which the situation is based. The Moon: Imaginations. Fantasies, daydreams, strong dreams. The sources of creativity. |
 | The card at the left of the cross represents a passing influence or something to be released. Four of Wands (Perfection): New life. Take action at the right moment. Excitement and growth. |
 | The card at the right of the cross represents an approaching influence or something to be embraced. The Lovers: The importance of love. Depending on the place in the spread, the state of a specific relationship. |
 | The card at the base of the staff represents your role or attitude. Two of Stones (Harmony): Harmonic situations. |
 | The card second from the bottom of the staff represents your environment and the people you are interacting with. Two of Swords (Peace), when reversed: Disruption. Seek tranquility within. |
 | The card second from the top of the staff represents your hopes, fears, or an unexpected element that will come into play. Eight of Cups (Failure): Failure. Arrogance and greed. Accept help from others. |
 | The card at the top of the staff represents the ultimate outcome should you continue on this course. The Devil, when reversed: Resisting temptation. Not a time for sensuality. Fear of one's own decisions. |
