| The Shadow Truth spread provides insight into your attitudes and hidden feelings. This spread is used when you are having trouble confronting something, or fear that you are concealing something from yourself. 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 center represents the attitude you assume. Two of Clubs (Dominion), when reversed: Sadness. Trouble. Restraint caused by others. Loss of faith. Surprise. |
 | The card to the right represents the thoughts and feelings that underly your attitudes. Wheel of Fortune, when reversed: Bad luck. Broken sequence. Interruption or inconsistency due to unexpected events. Outside influences not contemplated. |
 | The card at the top represents how your attitude is evolving and will evolve in the future. Ace of Swords, when reversed: Debacle. Tyranny. Disaster. Self-destruction. Violent temper. Embarrassment. Obstacle. Infertility. |
 | The card to the left represents how others perceive your attitude. King of Clubs: An honest and conscientious person. Mature. Wise. Devoted. Friendly. Sympathetic. Educated. A gentleman. Generally married. Fatherly. |
 | The card at the bottom represents what you cannot confront or are hiding from yourself. Page of Cups: A studious and intent person. Reflective. Meditative. Loyal. Willingness to offer services and efforts toward a specific goal. A helpful person. A trustworthy worker. |
