| 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. The Emperor: Worldly authority. Professional success. Social power. The life of action and decision, especially in politics and business. Patriarch, clan leader, and pater familias. |
 | The card at the bottom of the circle represents something you did to bring the situation about. The Hierophant: The abstract, spiritual and intellectual side of the animus, or masculine nature of the soul. Spiritual authority. Religious tradition. Avuncular wisdom. The old order and the old school. |
 | The card at the bottom left of the circle represents your beliefs, impressions, or expectations. Temperance: Balance. Moderation. Harmony. "Nothing in excess." Blending of opposites. Androgyny. |
 | The card at the bottom right of the circle represents the most likely outcome of the situation given present circumstances. The Sun: Glory and rejoicing. The light of reason. The flower of manhood. Inspiration in poetry and music. |
 | The card at the upper left of the circle represents the spiritual history of the situation the things you've learned. The World, when reversed: World out of balance. Incompleteness, Vain striving, Gracelessness. |
 | The card at the top of the circle represents the spiritual tasks and challenges of the present situation. Six of Coins (Success), when reversed: Refusal to help others. Pomposity. Stinginess. |
 | The card at the upper right of the circle represents the metamorphosis of the spiritual situation, and how your knowledge will evolve. Page of Cups: A young person of sensitive and meditative nature, capable of deep loyalty and profound affection. A conscientious worker. |
 | The card at the left of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will sustain your spiritual journey. Queen of Cups, when reversed: A melodramatic scene stealer. A sentimental hypochondriac. A person prey to wild and shifting emotional fancies. |
 | The card in the middle of the lower line represents the qualities that you express in this circumstance. King of Swords, when reversed: Abuse of power. Tyranny. Cruelty. The empty striving for control. A failed attempt at mastery. |
 | The card at the right of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will reveal spiritual knowledge. Six of Swords (Science): A daring expedition. An excursion or trip. Courageous act. Show of bravery. |
