| 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. Ten of Clubs (Oppression): Pressure. Problems soon to be resolved. Striving to meet a goal or to maintain a certain level or position. Possibly using power for selfish ends. |
 | The card at the bottom of the circle represents something you did to bring the situation about. Three of Swords (Sorrow): Absence. Sorrow. Disappointment. Strife. Removal. Dispersion. Diversion. Opposition. Separation. Delay. |
 | The card at the bottom left of the circle represents your beliefs, impressions, or expectations. Five of Clubs (Strife), when reversed: Trickery. Contradictions. Complexity. Involvement. Caution against indecision. |
 | The card at the bottom right of the circle represents the most likely outcome of the situation given present circumstances. Nine of Clubs (Strength), when reversed: Obstacles. Adversity. Problems. Delays. Disaster. Barriers to overcome. Ill health. |
 | The card at the upper left of the circle represents the spiritual history of the situation the things you've learned. The Lovers: Love. Beauty. Perfection. Harmony. Trust. Beginning of a romance. Deep feeling. Optimism. Freedom of emotion. The necessity of testing or subjecting to trial. Struggle between sacred and profane love. A meaningful affair. |
 | The card at the top of the circle represents the spiritual tasks and challenges of the present situation. The Empress: Feminine progress. Fruitfulness. Accomplishment. Mother. Sister. Wife. Marriage. Children. Feminine influences. Ability to motivate others. Practicality. Intuition. |
 | The card at the upper right of the circle represents the metamorphosis of the spiritual situation, and how your knowledge will evolve. The Chariot: Adversity, possible already overcome. Conflicting influences. Turmoil. Vengeance. Success. Possibly a voyage or journey. Escape. Rushing to a decision. Need to pay attention to details. Urgency to gain control of one's emotions. |
 | The card at the left of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will sustain your spiritual journey. Seven of Clubs (Valor), when reversed: Consternation Anxiety. Embarrassment. Hesitancy causing losses. Perplexity. |
 | The card in the middle of the lower line represents the qualities that you express in this circumstance. Knight of Swords, when reversed: Incapacity. Imprudence. Dispute or ruin over a woman. Impulsive mistakes. Conceited fool. Simplicity. |
 | The card at the right of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will reveal spiritual knowledge. Two of Clubs (Dominion), when reversed: Sadness. Trouble. Restraint caused by others. Loss of faith. Surprise. |
