| The Hagall spread is a tool for revealing the path of spiritual growth in difficult situations. It is a favorite of mystics and those confronting a major life challenge. The Renaissance Tarot is a modern deck, with symbolism drawn from the heroic age and rendered in renaissance style. This deck is an excellent choice for exploring questions of passion, mastery, and the inner workings of human reason. If you would like your own copy of the Renaissance Tarot, you can buy it now! |
 | The card in the middle of the circle represents the core or central issue of the situation. The Emperor, when reversed: Tyranny. Pomposity. Jove-like self-indulgence. |
 | The card at the bottom of the circle represents something you did to bring the situation about. Eight of Cups (Indolence), when reversed: Awareness. Perseverance. Optimism. |
 | The card at the bottom left of the circle represents your beliefs, impressions, or expectations. Three of Coins (Works), when reversed: Imbalance. Imperfection. Mediocrity. |
 | The card at the bottom right of the circle represents the most likely outcome of the situation given present circumstances. Five of Coins (Worry): Impoverishment and barrenness. Yearning for one absent. |
 | The card at the upper left of the circle represents the spiritual history of the situation the things you've learned. Ace of Swords, when reversed: The brutal aspect of power. Violence. Consuming heat. |
 | The card at the top of the circle represents the spiritual tasks and challenges of the present situation. Knight of Swords, when reversed: Opinionated person who is too quick to condemn others. Bigotry. Action without forethought. |
 | The card at the upper right of the circle represents the metamorphosis of the spiritual situation, and how your knowledge will evolve. The Hierophant, when reversed: Dogmatic beliefs. Spiritual authoritarianism. Enfeebled philosophizing. |
 | The card at the left of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will sustain your spiritual journey. Six of Swords (Science): A daring expedition. An excursion or trip. Courageous act. Show of bravery. |
 | The card in the middle of the lower line represents the qualities that you express in this circumstance. Death: Death. Loss. Death and rebirth. End of an old situation and the beginning of a new one. |
 | The card at the right of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will reveal spiritual knowledge. Eight of Coins (Prudence): Frankness, honesty and innocence. Candid confrontation of circumstances. |
