| 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. Five of Cups (Disappointment): Partial loss. Regret. Friendship without real meaning. Marriage without real love. Inheritance. Incomplete union or partnership. |
 | The card at the bottom of the circle represents something you did to bring the situation about. Judgment, when reversed: Delay. Disappointment. Failure to face facts. Indecision. Divorce. Procrastination. Theft. Alienation of affections. |
 | The card at the bottom left of the circle represents your beliefs, impressions, or expectations. Three of Cups (Abundance): Resolution of a problem. Conclusion. Solace. Healing. Satisfactory result. Fulfillment. Compromise. |
 | The card at the bottom right of the circle represents the most likely outcome of the situation given present circumstances. Six of Swords (Science), when reversed: Stalemate. Unwanted proposal. Confession. Declaration. |
 | The card at the upper left of the circle represents the spiritual history of the situation the things you've learned. Eight of Swords (Interference), when reversed: Treachery in the past. Difficulty. Hard work. Depression. Disquiet. Accident. |
 | The card at the top of the circle represents the spiritual tasks and challenges of the present situation. Seven of Swords (Futility): New plans. Wishes. Fortitude. Perseverance. Endeavor. Hope. Confidence. Fantasy. Partial success. |
 | The card at the upper right of the circle represents the metamorphosis of the spiritual situation, and how your knowledge will evolve. The Hierophant, when reversed: Foolish generosity. Susceptibility. Impotence. Vulnerability. Frailty. Unorthodoxy. Renunciation. |
 | The card at the left of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will sustain your spiritual journey. Knight of Coins: A mature and responsible person. Reliable. Methodical. Patient. Persistent. Ability to conclude a task. Laborious. Organized. |
 | The card in the middle of the lower line represents the qualities that you express in this circumstance. Two of Clubs (Dominion): Mature individual. Ruler. Attainment of goals and needs. Boldness. Courage in undertakings. A dominant personality. |
 | The card at the right of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will reveal spiritual knowledge. The Emperor, when reversed: Immaturity. Ineffectiveness. Indecision. Inability. Weakness of character. Failure to control petty emotions. |
