| 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 Swords (Ruin): Calamity. The failure of a hero, foretold in prophesy, but brought about by the hero's own choices. |
 | The card at the bottom of the circle represents something you did to bring the situation about. Ace of Cups: The free reign of the heart in overflowing joy and abundant love. |
 | The card at the bottom left of the circle represents your beliefs, impressions, or expectations. Five of Coins (Worry): Impoverishment and barrenness. Yearning for one absent. |
 | The card at the bottom right of the circle represents the most likely outcome of the situation given present circumstances. Knight of Staves, when reversed: Travel canceled or postponed. |
 | The card at the upper left of the circle represents the spiritual history of the situation the things you've learned. Seven of Swords (Futility), when reversed: Uncertainty. Disagreements. |
 | The card at the top of the circle represents the spiritual tasks and challenges of the present situation. King of Staves, when reversed: Talent turned to pomposity. Complacency. Egocentricity. Provincial attitude. Sophistry which masks lack of principle of conviction. |
 | The card at the upper right of the circle represents the metamorphosis of the spiritual situation, and how your knowledge will evolve. Five of Staves (Strife): A project or adventure abandoned or cut short because of the departure or disappearance of a necessary colleague, partner, friend or lieutenant. |
 | The card at the left of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will sustain your spiritual journey. Eight of Cups (Indolence), when reversed: Awareness. Perseverance. Optimism. |
 | The card in the middle of the lower line represents the qualities that you express in this circumstance. Three of Staves (Virtue), when reversed: Dishonesty and conflict in affairs. |
 | The card at the right of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will reveal spiritual knowledge. Six of Staves (Victory): Triumph over great difficulties. A glorious victory. "If at first you don't succeed, try, try again." |
