| 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. King of Coins, when reversed: Corruption. Using any means to achieve the desired end. Vice. Avarice. Unfaithfulness. An old and vicious man. Peril. Thriftlessness. |
 | The card at the bottom of the circle represents something you did to bring the situation about. The Devil: Ravage. Bondage. Malevolence. Subservience. Downfall. Weird experience. Bad outside influence or advice. Black magic. Unexpected failure. Inability to realize goals. Violence. Shock. Fatality. Self-punishment. Temptation to evil. Self-destruction. |
 | The card at the bottom left of the circle represents your beliefs, impressions, or expectations. Six of Coins (Success), when reversed: Avarice. Selfishness. Envy. Jealousy. Bad debt. |
 | The card at the bottom right of the circle represents the most likely outcome of the situation given present circumstances. Ten of Clubs (Oppression): Pressure. Problems soon to be resolved. Striving to meet a goal or to maintain a certain level or position. Possibly using power for selfish ends. |
 | The card at the upper left of the circle represents the spiritual history of the situation the things you've learned. The Moon: Deception. Twilight. Obscurity. Intuition. Disillusionment. Danger. Bad influence. Ulterior motives. False friends. Selfishness. Deceit. Craftiness. Disgrace. Slander. Libel. Superficiality. Unknown enemies. |
 | The card at the top of the circle represents the spiritual tasks and challenges of the present situation. Page of Cups, when reversed: Inclination. Deviation. Susceptibility. Temporary distraction. Seduction. A flatterer. |
 | The card at the upper right of the circle represents the metamorphosis of the spiritual situation, and how your knowledge will evolve. Two of Swords (Peace): Balanced force. Harmony. Firmness. Concord. Offsetting factors. Stalemate. Affection. |
 | The card at the left of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will sustain your spiritual journey. Ten of Cups (Satiety): Home. Joy. Pleasure. Peace. Love. Contentment. Good family. Honor. Esteem. Virtue. |
 | The card in the middle of the lower line represents the qualities that you express in this circumstance. Five of Cups (Disappointment), when reversed: Hopeful outlook. Favorable expectations. New alliances. Affinity. Return of an old friend. Reunion. |
 | The card at the right of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will reveal spiritual knowledge. King of Cups, when reversed: Artistic temperament. Double dealing. Scandal. Loss. Ruin. Injustice. A crafty person without virtue. |
