| 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. Eight of Coins (Prudence): Apprenticeship. Craftsmanship. Quickness to learn. Candor. Modesty. Handiwork. Personal effort. |
 | The card at the bottom of the circle represents something you did to bring the situation about. Knight of Cups, when reversed: Subtlety. Artifice. Trickery. A sly and cunning person. A person capable of swindling. |
 | The card at the bottom left of the circle represents your beliefs, impressions, or expectations. Seven of Cups (Temptation): Fantasy. Imagination. Daydreams. Foolish whims. Wishful thinking. Illusionary success. |
 | The card at the bottom right of the circle represents the most likely outcome of the situation given present circumstances. Three of Clubs (Virtue), when reversed: Assistance with an ulterior motive. Diminishing adversity. Beware of help offered. |
 | The card at the upper left of the circle represents the spiritual history of the situation the things you've learned. Queen of Clubs: A sympathetic and understanding person. Friendly. Loving. Chaste. Practical. Charm and grace. Hospitality. Sincere interest in others. |
 | The card at the top of the circle represents the spiritual tasks and challenges of the present situation. Two of Swords (Peace): Balanced force. Harmony. Firmness. Concord. Offsetting factors. Stalemate. Affection. |
 | The card at the upper right of the circle represents the metamorphosis of the spiritual situation, and how your knowledge will evolve. Ten of Coins (Wealth), when reversed: Bad odds. Possible loss. Hazard. Robbery. Loss of inheritance. Dissipation. Gambling. |
 | The card at the left of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will sustain your spiritual journey. The Empress, when reversed: Vacillation. Inaction. Lack of interest. Lack of concentration. Indecision. Delay. Anxiety. Infertility. Infidelity. |
 | The card in the middle of the lower line represents the qualities that you express in this circumstance. The World: Attachment. Completion. Perfection. Ultimate change. The end result of all efforts. Success. Synthesis. Fulfillment. Capability. Triumph in undertakings. The rewards that come from hard work. Eternal life. Admiration of others. |
 | The card at the right of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will reveal spiritual knowledge. Seven of Coins (Assessment): Ingenuity. Growth. Hard work. Progress. Successful dealings. Money. Treasure. |
