| 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. Ten of Staves (Oppression): A final trial before an enduring reward. The greater the struggle, the greater the reward. |
 | The card at the bottom of the circle represents something you did to bring the situation about. Three of Cups (Abundance), when reversed: Superficial pleasure. Excessive emotion. |
 | The card at the bottom left of the circle represents your beliefs, impressions, or expectations. Five of Cups (Disappointment): Serious, but not irreversible mistake. A betrayal born of lack of faith. Beauty found and lost, where ugliness was expected. |
 | The card at the bottom right of the circle represents the most likely outcome of the situation given present circumstances. Three of Swords (Sorrow), when reversed: Balance of forces in conflict. Rest from struggle. |
 | The card at the upper left of the circle represents the spiritual history of the situation the things you've learned. Three of Coins (Works), when reversed: Imbalance. Imperfection. Mediocrity. |
 | The card at the top of the circle represents the spiritual tasks and challenges of the present situation. Five of Staves (Strife), when reversed: A cautious step ahead without the aid of others. |
 | The card at the upper right of the circle represents the metamorphosis of the spiritual situation, and how your knowledge will evolve. Ten of Coins (Wealth): Prosperity. Tranquility. Family affection. |
 | The card at the left of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will sustain your spiritual journey. Queen of Swords: A person of sharp insight, persuasive, powerful and thorough. If extroverted, an administrator, an organizer, a firebrand, splendid as a summer's day - and sometimes as overwhelming. If introverted, a person of deep sentiment, susceptible to flights of ecstasy, of the flames of inner torment. |
 | The card in the middle of the lower line represents the qualities that you express in this circumstance. Four of Coins (Power), when reversed: Equanimity. Suspension of conflict. Balance of power. |
 | The card at the right of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will reveal spiritual knowledge. The Tower, when reversed: Disaster avoided. Dramatic rescue. False alarm. |
