| 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 Coins (Gain): Balance. Compromise. Security. The cycle of nature. The protection of family. A season of dormancy which makes later fertility possible. |
 | The card at the bottom of the circle represents something you did to bring the situation about. Six of Coins (Success), when reversed: Refusal to help others. Pomposity. Stinginess. |
 | The card at the bottom left of the circle represents your beliefs, impressions, or expectations. Two of Staves (Dominion), when reversed: Wavering in the charge ahead. Victories delayed. Stalemate. |
 | The card at the bottom right of the circle represents the most likely outcome of the situation given present circumstances. Knight of Swords: An enthusiastic man of action. One who confronts the world at full speed, with head held high. Sunny but fierce and leonine person. An uncompromising judge of character, like Michael the archangel. |
 | The card at the upper left of the circle represents the spiritual history of the situation the things you've learned. Ten of Coins (Wealth): Prosperity. Tranquility. Family affection. |
 | The card at the top of the circle represents the spiritual tasks and challenges of the present situation. Five of Swords (Defeat), when reversed: Entering new experiences after persuasion or seduction. Undertaking new adventures. |
 | The card at the upper right of the circle represents the metamorphosis of the spiritual situation, and how your knowledge will evolve. The Moon, when reversed: Gradual clarity. New hope. Light of dawn. |
 | The card at the left of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will sustain your spiritual journey. Ten of Cups (Satiety), when reversed: Emotional turbulence. Unrequited love. Family disagreements. |
 | The card in the middle of the lower line represents the qualities that you express in this circumstance. Nine of Staves (Strength): Attempted betrayal in the guise of aid. Hidden enemies, risk and conflict. |
 | The card at the right of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will reveal spiritual knowledge. The Empress: Feminine fertility and power. Civilization. Domestic tradition. Family and childrearing. The active, fecund aspect of the anima. The mother and the queen, on earth and in heaven. |
