| 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. Three of Staves (Virtue): Achievement attained after a long chase. A rare and glowing prize. |
 | The card at the bottom of the circle represents something you did to bring the situation about. Nine of Cups (Happiness): Difficulties overcome. Favorable agreement. Reconciliation. A new beginning. Renewal of trust. Bestowal of forgiveness. |
 | The card at the bottom left of the circle represents your beliefs, impressions, or expectations. Seven of Coins (Assessment): A step forward, accomplished with grace and skill. |
 | The card at the bottom right of the circle represents the most likely outcome of the situation given present circumstances. Two of Swords (Peace), when reversed: False friendship. Misunderstanding or duplicity, particularly between mentor and student. |
 | The card at the upper left of the circle represents the spiritual history of the situation the things you've learned. The Sun: Glory and rejoicing. The light of reason. The flower of manhood. Inspiration in poetry and music. |
 | The card at the top of the circle represents the spiritual tasks and challenges of the present situation. Nine of Coins (Gain), when reversed: Stormy relationships. Unstable circumstances. Unseasonable activity. |
 | The card at the upper right of the circle represents the metamorphosis of the spiritual situation, and how your knowledge will evolve. Queen of Swords, when reversed: Consuming fire; the flames of the martyrdom of Joan of Arc, Phaedra's misguided passion, Medea's jealousy, Lady Macbeth's ambition. Fire, if left to burn unchecked, can consume the soul. |
 | The card at the left of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will sustain your spiritual journey. Death: Death. Loss. Death and rebirth. End of an old situation and the beginning of a new one. |
 | The card in the middle of the lower line represents the qualities that you express in this circumstance. Six of Coins (Success): Generosity. Philanthropy. Charity. A wise and compassionate decision. |
 | The card at the right of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will reveal spiritual knowledge. King of Cups: A dignified and accomplished person, compassionate and intuitively accurate. A successful professional, humanitarian and idealistic. One who appreciates the Dionysian side of the arts and the wild, mysterious aspect of nature. |
