| 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. Judgment: Atonement. Judgment. The need to repent and forgive. The moment in which to account for the manner in which we have used our opportunities. Rejuvenation. Rebirth. Improvement. Development. Promotion. The desire for immortality. Legal judgment in one's favor. One should carefully consider how one's present actions affects other persons. |
 | The card at the bottom of the circle represents something you did to bring the situation about. Temperance: Moderation. Temperance. Patience. Accomplishment through self-control and frugality. Accommodation. Harmony. The mixing or bringing together in perfect union. Management. Fusion, Adjustment. Good influence. Consolidation. |
 | The card at the bottom left of the circle represents your beliefs, impressions, or expectations. Five of Clubs (Strife): Unsatisfied desires. Struggle. Labor. Violent strife. Obstacles. |
 | The card at the bottom right of the circle represents the most likely outcome of the situation given present circumstances. The Devil: Ravage. Bondage. Malevolence. Subservience. Downfall. Weird experience. Bad outside influence or advice. Black magic. Unexpected failure. Inability to realize goals. Violence. Shock. Fatality. Self-punishment. Temptation to evil. Self-destruction. |
 | 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): Weariness. Aversion. Disgust. Disappointment. Bitter experience. Stationary period in life. |
 | The card at the top of the circle represents the spiritual tasks and challenges of the present situation. Ten of Clubs (Oppression), when reversed: Difficulties. Intrigues. A traitor. Deceiver. Subterfuge. Some losses will occur. |
 | The card at the upper right of the circle represents the metamorphosis of the spiritual situation, and how your knowledge will evolve. Five of Coins (Worry): Destitution. Loss. Failure. Error. Mistress. Lover. |
 | The card at the left of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will sustain your spiritual journey. Queen of Cups: A warm-hearted and fair person. Beloved and adored. Good friend and mother. Devoted wife. Practical. Honest. Loving and intelligent. Gift of vision. |
 | The card in the middle of the lower line represents the qualities that you express in this circumstance. Page of Coins: Deep concentration and application. Scholarship. Reflection. Desire for new ideas. A do-gooder. Bearer of news. |
 | The card at the right of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will reveal spiritual knowledge. The Emperor, when reversed: Immaturity. Ineffectiveness. Indecision. Inability. Weakness of character. Failure to control petty emotions. |
