| 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. Nine of Coins (Gain), when reversed: Stormy relationships. Unstable circumstances. Unseasonable activity. |
 | The card at the bottom of the circle represents something you did to bring the situation about. Ace of Staves, when reversed: A beginning that is faulty from lack of conviction or from an excess of complacency. |
 | The card at the bottom left of the circle represents your beliefs, impressions, or expectations. The Lovers: Romantic passion. Amorous attachment. The stages of love: discovery, attraction, pursuit, flirtation, courtship and consummation. The gifts of Aphrodite: beauty, youth, dalliance and delight. |
 | The card at the bottom right of the circle represents the most likely outcome of the situation given present circumstances. Seven of Cups (Temptation): Living in a world of fantasy and illusion. Unrealistic and vain hopes. Dependence on external and even supernatural aid. |
 | The card at the upper left of the circle represents the spiritual history of the situation the things you've learned. The Devil, when reversed: Irresponsible pleasures. Prankishness. Childish panic. Undignified behavior. Fare baccano, to "paint the town." |
 | The card at the top of the circle represents the spiritual tasks and challenges of the present situation. The Hierophant, when reversed: Dogmatic beliefs. Spiritual authoritarianism. Enfeebled philosophizing. |
 | The card at the upper right of the circle represents the metamorphosis of the spiritual situation, and how your knowledge will evolve. The Chariot: Victory. Triumph over opposition. New order. Change by force. The chariot of the soul pulled to one side by the force of vigilance and restraint, or drawn to the other side by the force of passions. |
 | The card at the left of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will sustain your spiritual journey. Ace of Cups: The free reign of the heart in overflowing joy and abundant love. |
 | The card in the middle of the lower line represents the qualities that you express in this circumstance. King of Cups, when reversed: An ineffectual, unsteady person, talented but emotionally at sea. |
 | The card at the right of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will reveal spiritual knowledge. The Judgment, when reversed: Delay. Procrastination. Mediocrity. Indecision. |
