| 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. Nine of Swords (Cruelty), when reversed: Slander. Suspicion. |
 | The card at the bottom of the circle represents something you did to bring the situation about. Eight of Cups (Indolence), when reversed: Awareness. Perseverance. Optimism. |
 | The card at the bottom left of the circle represents your beliefs, impressions, or expectations. Six of Coins (Success), when reversed: Refusal to help others. Pomposity. Stinginess. |
 | The card at the bottom right of the circle represents the most likely outcome of the situation given present circumstances. King of Cups, when reversed: An ineffectual, unsteady person, talented but emotionally at sea. |
 | The card at the upper left of the circle represents the spiritual history of the situation the things you've learned. Strength, when reversed: Weakness. Unresolved conflict. |
 | The card at the top of the circle represents the spiritual tasks and challenges of the present situation. 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 upper right of the circle represents the metamorphosis of the spiritual situation, and how your knowledge will evolve. Seven of Cups (Temptation), when reversed: Determination and resolve. Independent resolution to move ahead with eyes open. |
 | The card at the left of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will sustain your spiritual journey. 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 in the middle of the lower line represents the qualities that you express in this circumstance. The Sun: Glory and rejoicing. The light of reason. The flower of manhood. Inspiration in poetry and music. |
 | The card at the right of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will reveal spiritual knowledge. Wheel of Fortune: The intrusion of chance into affairs. Unlikely coincidence. "What goes up, must come down." The intercession of good fortune in life. A sudden opportunity that must be exploited deftly and promptly; according to Machiavelli, in The Prince, Fortune is "bald behind", that is, once she runs past, it will be too late to grab her, and so she must be seized as she approaches, "by the forelock". |
