| 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 Russian Tarot of Saint Petersburg is the final commissioned work of Yuri Shakov, a master in the lost art of Russian miniature painting. The rich, dark images lend themselves to questions regarding the struggle of the human spirit in trying times. If you would like your own copy of the Russian Tarot of Saint Petersburg, 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: Treachery in the past. Difficulty. Hard work. Depression. Disquiet. Accident. |
 | The card at the bottom of the circle represents something you did to bring the situation about. Seven of Clubs (Valor), when reversed: Consternation Anxiety. Embarrassment. Hesitancy causing losses. Perplexity. |
 | The card at the bottom left of the circle represents your beliefs, impressions, or expectations. Seven of Coins (Assessment): Ingenuity. Growth. Hard work. Progress. Successful dealings. Money. Treasure. |
 | The card at the bottom right of the circle represents the most likely outcome of the situation given present circumstances. Eight of Clubs (Swiftness): Swift activity. Sudden progress or movement. Speed. Hastily made decisions. Too rapid advancement. |
 | The card at the upper left of the circle represents the spiritual history of the situation the things you've learned. The World: Attachment. Completion. Perfection. Ultimate change. The end result of all efforts. Success. Synthesis. Fulfillment. Capability. Triumph in undertakings. The rewards that come from hard work. Eternal life. Admiration of others. |
 | The card at the top of the circle represents the spiritual tasks and challenges of the present situation. King of Cups, when reversed: Artistic temperament. Double dealing. Scandal. Loss. Ruin. Injustice. A crafty person without virtue. |
 | The card at the upper right of the circle represents the metamorphosis of the spiritual situation, and how your knowledge will evolve. Queen of Cups, when reversed: Dishonesty. Unreliability. Vice. |
 | The card at the left of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will sustain your spiritual journey. Knight of Cups: An invitation or opportunity may soon arise. Arrival. Approach. Advancement. Attraction. Inducement. Appeal. Challenge. Proposal. |
 | The card in the middle of the lower line represents the qualities that you express in this circumstance. Knight of Swords, when reversed: Incapacity. Imprudence. Dispute or ruin over a woman. Impulsive mistakes. Conceited fool. Simplicity. |
 | The card at the right of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will reveal spiritual knowledge. The Hermit: Counsel. Knowledge. Solicitude. Prudence. Discretion. Vigilance. Circumspection. Self-denial. Withdrawal. Regression. Annulment. Tendency to withhold emotion. Fear of discovery. |
