| 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 Clubs (Swiftness), when reversed: Thorns of dispute. Jealousy. Harassment. Stagnation. Domestic quarrels. |
 | The card at the bottom of the circle represents something you did to bring the situation about. Three of Coins (Works), when reversed: Sloppiness. Mediocrity. Money problems. Commonplace ideas. Lack of skill. Preoccupation. |
 | The card at the bottom left of the circle represents your beliefs, impressions, or expectations. Six of Swords (Science): A trip or journey. Headstrong attempts to overcome difficulties. Expedient manner. Success after anxiety. |
 | The card at the bottom right of the circle represents the most likely outcome of the situation given present circumstances. Seven of Swords (Futility): New plans. Wishes. Fortitude. Perseverance. Endeavor. Hope. Confidence. Fantasy. Partial success. |
 | The card at the upper left of the circle represents the spiritual history of the situation the things you've learned. Ten of Clubs (Oppression): Pressure. Problems soon to be resolved. Striving to meet a goal or to maintain a certain level or position. Possibly using power for selfish ends. |
 | The card at the top of the circle represents the spiritual tasks and challenges of the present situation. The Chariot: Adversity, possible already overcome. Conflicting influences. Turmoil. Vengeance. Success. Possibly a voyage or journey. Escape. Rushing to a decision. Need to pay attention to details. Urgency to gain control of one's emotions. |
 | The card at the upper right of the circle represents the metamorphosis of the spiritual situation, and how your knowledge will evolve. The World, when reversed: Imperfection. Failure to complete the task that one starts. Lack of vision. Disappointment. |
 | The card at the left of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will sustain your spiritual journey. Nine of Coins (Gain), when reversed: Roguery. Danger. Storms. Bad faith. Possible loss of a valued friendship or a treasured possession. |
 | The card in the middle of the lower line represents the qualities that you express in this circumstance. Eight of Coins (Prudence): Apprenticeship. Craftsmanship. Quickness to learn. Candor. Modesty. Handiwork. Personal effort. |
 | The card at the right of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will reveal spiritual knowledge. Judgment, when reversed: Delay. Disappointment. Failure to face facts. Indecision. Divorce. Procrastination. Theft. Alienation of affections. |
