| 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 Hanged Man: Sacrifice. Vigilance. Martyrlike forbearance. Suspension or paralysis of the soul. A mind divided and undecided. Stasis and constraint. |
 | The card at the bottom of the circle represents something you did to bring the situation about. The Star: Blessedness. Tranquility. Beauty. |
 | The card at the bottom left of the circle represents your beliefs, impressions, or expectations. Ten of Staves (Oppression), when reversed: Avoidance of pain and absence of pleasure. Obscurity and domesticity. |
 | The card at the bottom right of the circle represents the most likely outcome of the situation given present circumstances. Eight of Swords (Interference): Emotional disaster. Loss of a beloved person or a valued situation. A sadness that creates a new strength and resolve. |
 | The card at the upper left of the circle represents the spiritual history of the situation the things you've learned. Two of Coins (Change): Unusual turn of events. Unexpected difficulties. Untried emotions. Uncharacteristic behavior. |
 | The card at the top of the circle represents the spiritual tasks and challenges of the present situation. Knight of Cups: A person of turbulent, poetic, romantic cast. An opportunity or favorable event in the near future. Deep feeling transformed into verse, music or visions. |
 | The card at the upper right of the circle represents the metamorphosis of the spiritual situation, and how your knowledge will evolve. Five of Swords (Defeat), when reversed: Entering new experiences after persuasion or seduction. Undertaking new adventures. |
 | The card at the left of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will sustain your spiritual journey. Five of Cups (Disappointment), when reversed: New friends and renewal of old friendships. |
 | The card in the middle of the lower line represents the qualities that you express in this circumstance. The Devil, when reversed: Irresponsible pleasures. Prankishness. Childish panic. Undignified behavior. Fare baccano, to "paint the town." |
 | The card at the right of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will reveal spiritual knowledge. Strength, when reversed: Weakness. Unresolved conflict. |
