| 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 Swords (Science): A daring expedition. An excursion or trip. Courageous act. Show of bravery. |
 | The card at the bottom of the circle represents something you did to bring the situation about. King of Coins: A master of the material world. A man of affairs who is successful, expert and pragmatic. One who extracts wealth from its hiding places. A builder. A pillar of family, clan and community. |
 | The card at the bottom left of the circle represents your beliefs, impressions, or expectations. The Hermit: Introspection. Retreat. Pilgrimage. Spiritual quest. The search in oneself and in the world for the "Honest Man" of Diogenes the philosopher. Meditation on the passage of time and the dissolution of matter. |
 | The card at the bottom right of the circle represents the most likely outcome of the situation given present circumstances. Three of Staves (Virtue), when reversed: Dishonesty and conflict in affairs. |
 | The card at the upper left of the circle represents the spiritual history of the situation the things you've learned. Page of Coins, when reversed: An unrealistic deluded state of mind. Rationalizations. Pseudoscience. |
 | The card at the top of the circle represents the spiritual tasks and challenges of the present situation. Ace of Swords: In the realm of events, the card signifies triumphant power. Whether for good or ill. For the life of the mind it represents the active, passionate impulses. It declares the dominance of the will and zealous, even fanatical, political or religious convictions. It is the sword of righteousness. |
 | The card at the upper right of the circle represents the metamorphosis of the spiritual situation, and how your knowledge will evolve. Four of Cups (Luxury), when reversed: New faith. New hope. A return to trust. |
 | The card at the left of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will sustain your spiritual journey. Two of Staves (Dominion), when reversed: Wavering in the charge ahead. Victories delayed. Stalemate. |
 | The card in the middle of the lower line represents the qualities that you express in this circumstance. Page of Cups: A young person of sensitive and meditative nature, capable of deep loyalty and profound affection. A conscientious worker. |
 | The card at the right of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will reveal spiritual knowledge. The Chariot, when reversed: Bullying. Grandstanding. Sword rattling. A setback or defeat. |
