| 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. Two of Clubs (Dominion): Mature individual. Ruler. Attainment of goals and needs. Boldness. Courage in undertakings. A dominant personality. |
 | The card at the bottom of the circle represents something you did to bring the situation about. Seven of Swords (Futility), when reversed: Arguments. Uncertain counsel or advice. Circumspection. Slander. Babbling. |
 | The card at the bottom left of the circle represents your beliefs, impressions, or expectations. The Empress, when reversed: Vacillation. Inaction. Lack of interest. Lack of concentration. Indecision. Delay. Anxiety. Infertility. Infidelity. |
 | The card at the bottom right of the circle represents the most likely outcome of the situation given present circumstances. Page of Coins: Deep concentration and application. Scholarship. Reflection. Desire for new ideas. A do-gooder. Bearer of news. |
 | The card at the upper left of the circle represents the spiritual history of the situation the things you've learned. Nine of Clubs (Strength), when reversed: Obstacles. Adversity. Problems. Delays. Disaster. Barriers to overcome. Ill health. |
 | The card at the top of the circle represents the spiritual tasks and challenges of the present situation. The Devil, when reversed: Release from bondage. Throwing off shackles. Divorce. Recognition of one's needs by another person. Overcoming severe handicaps. The beginning of spiritual understanding. |
 | The card at the upper right of the circle represents the metamorphosis of the spiritual situation, and how your knowledge will evolve. Knight of Coins: A mature and responsible person. Reliable. Methodical. Patient. Persistent. Ability to conclude a task. Laborious. Organized. |
 | The card at the left of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will sustain your spiritual journey. Death: Transformation. Clearing away the old to make way for the new. Unexpected change, Loss. Alteration. Abrupt change of the old self though not necessarily physical death. The end of a familiar situation or friendship. Financial loss. A new era. Illness, possibly death. |
 | The card in the middle of the lower line represents the qualities that you express in this circumstance. The World: Attachment. Completion. Perfection. Ultimate change. The end result of all efforts. Success. Synthesis. Fulfillment. Capability. Triumph in undertakings. The rewards that come from hard work. Eternal life. Admiration of others. |
 | The card at the right of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will reveal spiritual knowledge. Ten of Swords (Ruin), when reversed: Benefit. Profit. Temporary gain. Improvement. Passing success. Momentary advantage. |
