| 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 Russian Tarot of Saint Petersburg is the final commissioned work of Yuri Shakov, a master in the lost art of Russian miniature painting. The rich, dark images lend themselves to questions regarding the struggle of the human spirit in trying times. If you would like your own copy of the Russian Tarot of Saint Petersburg, you can buy it now! |
 | The card in the middle of the circle represents the core or central issue of the situation. Three of Clubs (Virtue), when reversed: Assistance with an ulterior motive. Diminishing adversity. Beware of help offered. |
 | The card at the bottom of the circle represents something you did to bring the situation about. The Falling Tower, when reversed: Continued oppression. Following old way. Living in a rut. Inability to effect any worthwhile change. Entrapment in an unhappy situation. |
 | The card at the bottom left of the circle represents your beliefs, impressions, or expectations. Eight of Cups (Indolence), when reversed: Effort continued until full success is attained. Festivity. Gaiety. |
 | The card at the bottom right of the circle represents the most likely outcome of the situation given present circumstances. Six of Coins (Success): Generosity. Philanthropy. Charity. Kindness. Gratification. Gifts. Material gain. |
 | The card at the upper left of the circle represents the spiritual history of the situation the things you've learned. Ace of Clubs: Creation. Beginning. Invention. Start of an undertaking. Fortune. Enterprise. Gain. Inheritance. Birth of a child. Beginning of a meaningful experience. An adventure. Escapade. |
 | The card at the top of the circle represents the spiritual tasks and challenges of the present situation. King of Clubs, when reversed: Severity. Austerity. Excessive and exaggerated ideas. Dogmatic. Deliberate. |
 | The card at the upper right of the circle represents the metamorphosis of the spiritual situation, and how your knowledge will evolve. Seven of Coins (Assessment): Ingenuity. Growth. Hard work. Progress. Successful dealings. Money. Treasure. |
 | The card at the left of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will sustain your spiritual journey. The Star: Hope. Faith. Inspiration. Bright prospects. Mixing of the past and present. Optimism. Insight. Good omen. Spiritual love. Astrological influence. Fulfillment. Pleasure. The proper balance of desire and work, hope and effort, love and expression. |
 | The card in the middle of the lower line represents the qualities that you express in this circumstance. The Hermit, when reversed: Imprudence. Hastiness. Rashness. Prematurity. Incorrect advice. Failure caused by dullness. Over-prudence causes unnecessary delays. |
 | The card at the right of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will reveal spiritual knowledge. King of Coins: An experience and successful leader. A person of character and intelligence. Business acumen. Mathematical ability. Loyal friend. Reliable marriage partner. Wise investment. Ability to acquire money and valuable possessions. |
