| 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. The Emperor: Worldly authority. Professional success. Social power. The life of action and decision, especially in politics and business. Patriarch, clan leader, and pater familias. |
 | The card at the bottom of the circle represents something you did to bring the situation about. Four of Cups (Luxury), when reversed: New faith. New hope. A return to trust. |
 | The card at the bottom left of the circle represents your beliefs, impressions, or expectations. Nine of Coins (Gain): Balance. Compromise. Security. The cycle of nature. The protection of family. A season of dormancy which makes later fertility possible. |
 | The card at the bottom right of the circle represents the most likely outcome of the situation given present circumstances. Ace of Staves, when reversed: A beginning that is faulty from lack of conviction or from an excess of complacency. |
 | The card at the upper left of the circle represents the spiritual history of the situation the things you've learned. Two of Swords (Peace), when reversed: False friendship. Misunderstanding or duplicity, particularly between mentor and student. |
 | The card at the top of the circle represents the spiritual tasks and challenges of the present situation. Four of Swords (Truce), when reversed: Cautious recommencement of activity. |
 | The card at the upper right of the circle represents the metamorphosis of the spiritual situation, and how your knowledge will evolve. Four of Staves (Completion): Calm, pleasurable and perhaps amorous interlude. A playful balance of opposites, like the exchange made by Herakles and Queen Omphale. |
 | The card at the left of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will sustain your spiritual journey. Temperance, when reversed: Excess. Imbalance. Indulgence. Polarization. |
 | The card in the middle of the lower line represents the qualities that you express in this circumstance. Seven of Swords (Futility): Favorable turn of events. Hope for sustained success. Vigilance and strength. |
 | The card at the right of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will reveal spiritual knowledge. Five of Coins (Worry): Impoverishment and barrenness. Yearning for one absent. |
