| 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. Six of Staves (Victory): Triumph over great difficulties. A glorious victory. "If at first you don't succeed, try, try again." |
 | The card at the bottom of the circle represents something you did to bring the situation about. King of Swords: A man of volatile temperament. A born fighter and ruler. A person in complete command. Self-mastery. Expertise. A person who prefers action to reflection - above all, dramatic, decisive action. |
 | The card at the bottom left of the circle represents your beliefs, impressions, or expectations. The Magician, when reversed: Mercurial chicanery. Fraudulent activity. Demagoguery. Sophistry. Misused technology. Sideshow thrills. |
 | The card at the bottom right of the circle represents the most likely outcome of the situation given present circumstances. Nine of Swords (Cruelty): Revenge. Excessive or violent response to a problem. Jealousy. |
 | The card at the upper left of the circle represents the spiritual history of the situation the things you've learned. The Emperor, when reversed: Tyranny. Pomposity. Jove-like self-indulgence. |
 | The card at the top of the circle represents the spiritual tasks and challenges of the present situation. Five of Coins (Worry): Impoverishment and barrenness. Yearning for one absent. |
 | The card at the upper right of the circle represents the metamorphosis of the spiritual situation, and how your knowledge will evolve. Three of Coins (Works): Beauty. Balance. Harmony. Well-being. |
 | The card at the left of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will sustain your spiritual journey. The Sun: Glory and rejoicing. The light of reason. The flower of manhood. Inspiration in poetry and music. |
 | The card in the middle of the lower line represents the qualities that you express in this circumstance. Two of Swords (Peace), when reversed: False friendship. Misunderstanding or duplicity, particularly between mentor and student. |
 | The card at the right of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will reveal spiritual knowledge. Knight of Staves, when reversed: Travel canceled or postponed. |
