| 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. Two of Swords (Peace), when reversed: False friendship. Misunderstanding or duplicity, particularly between mentor and student. |
 | The card at the bottom of the circle represents something you did to bring the situation about. Five of Swords (Defeat), when reversed: Entering new experiences after persuasion or seduction. Undertaking new adventures. |
 | The card at the bottom left of the circle represents your beliefs, impressions, or expectations. Knight of Cups, when reversed: Fraudulent emotion. A charming, but irresponsible person. |
 | The card at the bottom right of the circle represents the most likely outcome of the situation given present circumstances. Page of Swords: A Passionate young person given to seeking out the heart of the matter, even to the point of spying. Vigilance and quiet intensity. |
 | The card at the upper left of the circle represents the spiritual history of the situation the things you've learned. 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 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. Justice, when reversed: Justice miscarried or delayed. |
 | The card at the left of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will sustain your spiritual journey. King of Staves: A renaissance man, practical and imaginative, active and contemplative, forceful and chivalrous. Appreciation of the lessons and pleasures of life. Worldliness in the best sense. An intellectual, an artist or an inventor. |
 | The card in the middle of the lower line represents the qualities that you express in this circumstance. Two of Staves (Dominion), when reversed: Wavering in the charge ahead. Victories delayed. Stalemate. |
 | The card at the right of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will reveal spiritual knowledge. Ace of Swords, when reversed: The brutal aspect of power. Violence. Consuming heat. |
