| 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. Two of Swords (Peace), when reversed: Duplicity. Misrepresentation. Dishonor. Treachery. False friends. Lies. |
 | The card at the bottom of the circle represents something you did to bring the situation about. Five of Coins (Worry), when reversed: Reversal of bad trend. New interest in matters. Opposition to further gain. Suspense and delay. Spendthrift. |
 | The card at the bottom left of the circle represents your beliefs, impressions, or expectations. King of Coins, when reversed: Corruption. Using any means to achieve the desired end. Vice. Avarice. Unfaithfulness. An old and vicious man. Peril. Thriftlessness. |
 | The card at the bottom right of the circle represents the most likely outcome of the situation given present circumstances. Two of Coins (Change): Difficulty in launching new projects. Difficult stations. New troubles. Embarrassment. |
 | The card at the upper left of the circle represents the spiritual history of the situation the things you've learned. Nine of Clubs (Strength), when reversed: Obstacles. Adversity. Problems. Delays. Disaster. Barriers to overcome. Ill health. |
 | The card at the top of the circle represents the spiritual tasks and challenges of the present situation. The World, when reversed: Imperfection. Failure to complete the task that one starts. Lack of vision. Disappointment. |
 | The card at the upper right of the circle represents the metamorphosis of the spiritual situation, and how your knowledge will evolve. Death, when reversed: Stagnation. Immobility. Slow changes. Partial change. Inertia. Narrowly avoiding a serious accident. |
 | The card at the left of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will sustain your spiritual journey. Five of Cups (Disappointment): Partial loss. Regret. Friendship without real meaning. Marriage without real love. Inheritance. Incomplete union or partnership. |
 | The card in the middle of the lower line represents the qualities that you express in this circumstance. Nine of Swords (Cruelty): Concern. Miscarriage. Anxiety over a loved one. Despair. |
 | The card at the right of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will reveal spiritual knowledge. The Falling Tower: Complete and sudden change. Breakdown of old beliefs. Abandonment of past relationships. Severing of a friendship. Changing one's opinion. Unexpected events. Bankruptcy. Downfall. Loss of stability. Loss of security. |
