| 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. 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. |
 | The card at the bottom of the circle represents something you did to bring the situation about. Six of Clubs (Victory): Conquest. Triumph. Good news. Advancement. Expectation. Desires realized as a result of efforts. |
 | The card at the bottom left of the circle represents your beliefs, impressions, or expectations. The Empress, when reversed: Vacillation. Inaction. Lack of interest. Lack of concentration. Indecision. Delay. Anxiety. Infertility. Infidelity. |
 | The card at the bottom right of the circle represents the most likely outcome of the situation given present circumstances. 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 left of the circle represents the spiritual history of the situation the things you've learned. Seven of Coins (Assessment), when reversed: Impatience. Uneasiness. Imprudent actions. Loss of money. Unwise investments. |
 | The card at the top of the circle represents the spiritual tasks and challenges of the present situation. 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 upper right of the circle represents the metamorphosis of the spiritual situation, and how your knowledge will evolve. 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 left of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will sustain your spiritual journey. Ten of Swords (Ruin), when reversed: Benefit. Profit. Temporary gain. Improvement. Passing success. Momentary advantage. |
 | The card in the middle of the lower line represents the qualities that you express in this circumstance. Wheel of Fortune, when reversed: Bad luck. Broken sequence. Interruption or inconsistency due to unexpected events. Outside influences not contemplated. |
 | The card at the right of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will reveal spiritual knowledge. Two of Coins (Change), when reversed: Literary ability. Agility in handling matters. Simulated enjoyment. Enforced gaiety. Letter. Message. |
