| 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, when reversed: Masochism. Self-imposed confinement. Potential release from bondage. |
 | The card at the bottom of the circle represents something you did to bring the situation about. Knight of Coins, when reversed: Small-mindedness. Insistence on the concrete. Lack of conviction in important matters. Lack of frankness in matters of the heart. |
 | The card at the bottom left of the circle represents your beliefs, impressions, or expectations. Nine of Swords (Cruelty), when reversed: Slander. Suspicion. |
 | The card at the bottom right of the circle represents the most likely outcome of the situation given present circumstances. Knight of Cups, when reversed: Fraudulent emotion. A charming, but irresponsible person. |
 | The card at the upper left of the circle represents the spiritual history of the situation the things you've learned. The Empress: Feminine fertility and power. Civilization. Domestic tradition. Family and childrearing. The active, fecund aspect of the anima. The mother and the queen, on earth and in heaven. |
 | The card at the top of the circle represents the spiritual tasks and challenges of the present situation. The Emperor, when reversed: Tyranny. Pomposity. Jove-like self-indulgence. |
 | The card at the upper right of the circle represents the metamorphosis of the spiritual situation, and how your knowledge will evolve. Ten of Coins (Wealth): Prosperity. Tranquility. Family affection. |
 | The card at the left of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will sustain your spiritual journey. Nine of Cups (Happiness): Difficulties overcome. Favorable agreement. Reconciliation. A new beginning. Renewal of trust. Bestowal of forgiveness. |
 | The card in the middle of the lower line represents the qualities that you express in this circumstance. Five of Cups (Disappointment), when reversed: New friends and renewal of old friendships. |
 | The card at the right of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will reveal spiritual knowledge. Ace of Staves: Creativity. Change. Success in new undertakings. "A breath of fresh air." "New blood." The sanguine temperament of the Ace promotes experiment, reform and appreciation of beauty, both of people and of nature. |
