| 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. Eight of Swords (Interference), when reversed: The lingering presence of a betrayal. |
 | The card at the bottom of the circle represents something you did to bring the situation about. Six of Staves (Victory): Triumph over great difficulties. A glorious victory. "If at first you don't succeed, try, try again." |
 | The card at the bottom left of the circle represents your beliefs, impressions, or expectations. Ten of Coins (Wealth), when reversed: Risk. Future in doubt. Gambling with one's well being. |
 | The card at the bottom right of the circle represents the most likely outcome of the situation given present circumstances. Queen of Coins, when reversed: A cornucopia emptied. A heart of stone. Crystalline coldness. A field barren and gone to seed. Preoccupation of wealth and security that stifles enjoyment of both. |
 | The card at the upper left of the circle represents the spiritual history of the situation the things you've learned. Seven of Swords (Futility), when reversed: Uncertainty. Disagreements. |
 | The card at the top of the circle represents the spiritual tasks and challenges of the present situation. Nine of Swords (Cruelty): Revenge. Excessive or violent response to a problem. Jealousy. |
 | The card at the upper right of the circle represents the metamorphosis of the spiritual situation, and how your knowledge will evolve. Strength: Strength and fortitude. Moral resolve. Triumph over base instincts. Mens sana in corpore sana (Sound mind in a sound body). |
 | The card at the left of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will sustain your spiritual journey. Ace of Coins: Prosperity. Security. Well-being. Material riches and spiritual richness. |
 | The card in the middle of the lower line represents the qualities that you express in this circumstance. The Hierophant, when reversed: Dogmatic beliefs. Spiritual authoritarianism. Enfeebled philosophizing. |
 | The card at the right of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will reveal spiritual knowledge. Knight of Staves: A traveler. A journey. The call of far away places. The arrival or return of a pilgrim or wanderer. A person of far-ranging interests and restless curiosity who is desirous of change and transformation. Inventive and artistic, but sometimes absent-minded person. Having one's "head in the clouds." |