| 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. King of Swords, when reversed: A person who may pursue a matter to ruin. Cruelty. Conflict. Selfishness. Sadism. One who causes unnecessary disturbance and sadness. Perversity. |
 | The card at the bottom of the circle represents something you did to bring the situation about. Page of Clubs: A faithful, loyal, person. An envoy. Emissary. Trusted friend. A stranger with good intentions. A consistent person. A bearer of important news. |
 | The card at the bottom left of the circle represents your beliefs, impressions, or expectations. The Lovers: Love. Beauty. Perfection. Harmony. Trust. Beginning of a romance. Deep feeling. Optimism. Freedom of emotion. The necessity of testing or subjecting to trial. Struggle between sacred and profane love. A meaningful affair. |
 | The card at the bottom right of the circle represents the most likely outcome of the situation given present circumstances. Five of Clubs (Strife), when reversed: Trickery. Contradictions. Complexity. Involvement. Caution against indecision. |
 | The card at the upper left of the circle represents the spiritual history of the situation the things you've learned. Four of Cups (Luxury), when reversed: New possibilities. New relationships. New approaches to old problems. New knowledge. |
 | The card at the top of the circle represents the spiritual tasks and challenges of the present situation. Four of Coins (Power), when reversed: Setbacks in material matters. Opposition to further gain. Suspense and delay. Spendthrift. |
 | The card at the upper right of the circle represents the metamorphosis of the spiritual situation, and how your knowledge will evolve. Knight of Coins, when reversed: Stagnation. Inertia. Lack of determination or direction. Narrow-mindedness. Limits set by dogmatic views. Idleness. |
 | The card at the left of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will sustain your spiritual journey. Three of Coins (Works): Great skill in trade or work. Mastery. Perfection. Artistic ability. Dignity. Renown. Rank. Power. |
 | The card in the middle of the lower line represents the qualities that you express in this circumstance. Ace of Clubs: Creation. Beginning. Invention. Start of an undertaking. Fortune. Enterprise. Gain. Inheritance. Birth of a child. Beginning of a meaningful experience. An adventure. Escapade. |
 | The card at the right of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will reveal spiritual knowledge. Eight of Cups (Indolence), when reversed: Effort continued until full success is attained. Festivity. Gaiety. |
