| 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 Hanged Man: Life in suspension. Transition. Change. Reversal of the mind and of one's way of life. Apathy and dullness. Abandonment. Renunciation. The changes of life forces. The period of respite between significant events. Sacrifice. Repentance. Readjustment. Regeneration. The approach of new life forces. |
 | The card at the bottom of the circle represents something you did to bring the situation about. Queen of Coins: Prosperity and well-being. Abundance. Opulence. Extreme comfort. Generosity. Security. Liberty. Magnificence. Grace. Dignity. A rich person but generous and charitable. A noble soul. |
 | The card at the bottom left of the circle represents your beliefs, impressions, or expectations. The Fool, when reversed: Bad decision. Indecision. Apathy. Hesitation. Negligence. |
 | The card at the bottom right of the circle represents the most likely outcome of the situation given present circumstances. Five of Swords (Defeat), when reversed: Uncertain outlook. Chance of loss or defeat. Weakness. Possible misfortune misfalling a friend. Seduction. Burial. |
 | The card at the upper left of the circle represents the spiritual history of the situation the things you've learned. Five of Cups (Disappointment): Partial loss. Regret. Friendship without real meaning. Marriage without real love. Inheritance. Incomplete union or partnership. |
 | The card at the top of the circle represents the spiritual tasks and challenges of the present situation. Two of Coins (Change): Difficulty in launching new projects. Difficult stations. New troubles. Embarrassment. |
 | The card at the upper right of the circle represents the metamorphosis of the spiritual situation, and how your knowledge will evolve. Four of Coins (Power), when reversed: Setbacks in material matters. Opposition to further gain. Suspense and delay. Spendthrift. |
 | The card at the left of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will sustain your spiritual journey. The Devil, when reversed: Release from bondage. Throwing off shackles. Divorce. Recognition of one's needs by another person. Overcoming severe handicaps. The beginning of spiritual understanding. |
 | The card in the middle of the lower line represents the qualities that you express in this circumstance. 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 right of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will reveal spiritual knowledge. Six of Coins (Success): Generosity. Philanthropy. Charity. Kindness. Gratification. Gifts. Material gain. |
