| The Relationship spread provides insight into the interaction between two people or entities. It is the spread of choice for questions about partnerships, be they in romance or business. 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 at the top left represents how you see yourself. Nine of Swords (Cruelty), when reversed: Suspicion. Slanderous gossip. Shame. Scruple. Timidity. Shady character. Reasonable fear. |
 | The card at the top right represents how you see your partner. The Emperor, when reversed: Immaturity. Ineffectiveness. Indecision. Inability. Weakness of character. Failure to control petty emotions. |
 | The card in the center left represents how you feel about your partner. Queen of Swords: Quick-witted. Intensely perceptive. A subtle person. Possibly, a widow or a woman of sadness. Mourning. Privation. Absence. Loneliness. Separation. One who has savored great happiness but who presently knows the anxiety of misfortune and reversal. |
 | The card in the center right represents what stands between you and your partner. Ace of Cups: Great abundance. Fulfillment. Perfection. Joy. Fertility. Opulence. Productiveness. Beauty and pleasure. Goodness overflowing. Favorable outlook. |
 | The card in the lower left represents how your partner sees you. Ten of Swords (Ruin), when reversed: Benefit. Profit. Temporary gain. Improvement. Passing success. Momentary advantage. |
 | The card in the lower right represents what your partner feels about you. Ace of Swords, when reversed: Debacle. Tyranny. Disaster. Self-destruction. Violent temper. Embarrassment. Obstacle. Infertility. |
 | The card in the center represents the present status or challenge of the relationship. Eight of Clubs (Swiftness), when reversed: Thorns of dispute. Jealousy. Harassment. Stagnation. Domestic quarrels. |
