| 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. Five of Swords (Defeat), when reversed: Entering new experiences after persuasion or seduction. Undertaking new adventures. |
 | The card at the bottom of the circle represents something you did to bring the situation about. King of Cups: A dignified and accomplished person, compassionate and intuitively accurate. A successful professional, humanitarian and idealistic. One who appreciates the Dionysian side of the arts and the wild, mysterious aspect of nature. |
 | The card at the bottom left of the circle represents your beliefs, impressions, or expectations. Wheel of Fortune, when reversed: Inauspicious atmosphere. Strange omens. Dark auguries. |
 | The card at the bottom right of the circle represents the most likely outcome of the situation given present circumstances. Nine of Staves (Strength), when reversed: Barriers, difficulties. |
 | The card at the upper left of the circle represents the spiritual history of the situation the things you've learned. Ace of Cups: The free reign of the heart in overflowing joy and abundant love. |
 | The card at the top of the circle represents the spiritual tasks and challenges of the present situation. Eight of Staves (Swiftness), when reversed: Bewilderment. Awe. Temporary immobility. |
 | The card at the upper right of the circle represents the metamorphosis of the spiritual situation, and how your knowledge will evolve. The Empress: Feminine fertility and power. Civilization. Domestic tradition. Family and childrearing. The active, fecund aspect of the anima. The mother and the queen, on earth and in heaven. |
 | The card at the left of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will sustain your spiritual journey. Queen of Staves, when reversed: A dilettante. An impatient or jaded connoisseur. A superficial or pretentious person. A frustrated artist. |
 | The card in the middle of the lower line represents the qualities that you express in this circumstance. Two of Coins (Change), when reversed: Admirable flexibility. Agility. Expertise. |
 | The card at the right of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will reveal spiritual knowledge. Justice: The vindication of the just and the punishment of the unjust. Rule of reason. Balance of power. |
