| 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. Knight of Swords: An enthusiastic man of action. One who confronts the world at full speed, with head held high. Sunny but fierce and leonine person. An uncompromising judge of character, like Michael the archangel. |
 | The card at the bottom of the circle represents something you did to bring the situation about. Eight of Coins (Prudence), when reversed: Vanity. Dishonesty. |
 | The card at the bottom left of the circle represents your beliefs, impressions, or expectations. The Fool: The personality in the primal state, the willful child in all of us. Instinct. Innocence. Impulsive actions. Setting off in a new direction in life. Liberation of the impulses. Insight and wit from instinct rather than instruction. |
 | The card at the bottom right of the circle represents the most likely outcome of the situation given present circumstances. 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 upper left of the circle represents the spiritual history of the situation the things you've learned. Nine of Cups (Happiness): Difficulties overcome. Favorable agreement. Reconciliation. A new beginning. Renewal of trust. Bestowal of forgiveness. |
 | The card at the top of the circle represents the spiritual tasks and challenges of the present situation. The Emperor, when reversed: Tyranny. Pomposity. Jove-like self-indulgence. |
 | The card at the upper right of the circle represents the metamorphosis of the spiritual situation, and how your knowledge will evolve. Ace of Cups, when reversed: Love unsatisfied or unrequited. Love trickling away, eroded by time, thoughtlessness and selfishness. |
 | The card at the left of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will sustain your spiritual journey. The Star: Blessedness. Tranquility. Beauty. |
 | The card in the middle of the lower line represents the qualities that you express in this circumstance. Seven of Coins (Assessment), when reversed: Unwise decision. Stagnation. |
 | The card at the right of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will reveal spiritual knowledge. Eight of Cups (Indolence): A moment of surrender to external forces. Capitulation to inner promptings. Giving in to temptation. Giving oneself over to oblivion, to intoxication, to sleep. |
