| The Twisting Path spread provides insight into the path ahead of you and the choices you must make. This is the spread for situations where more than one pitfall may lie ahead. 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 lower left, represents the first decision along your path. The Emperor: Worldly power. Confidence. Wealth. Stability. Authority. Indomitable spirit. War-making tendencies. Father. Brother. Husband. Male influence. Domination of intelligence and reason over emotion and passion. Patriarchal figure. |
 | The card to the far left represents the first false path that may lead you astray. The Hanged Man, when reversed: Lack of sacrifice. Unwillingness to make the necessary effort. Failure to give of oneself. Egotism. False prophecy. Useless sacrifice. |
 | The card in the middle represents the second decision along your path. Queen of Cups, when reversed: Dishonesty. Unreliability. Vice. |
 | The card at the lower right represents the second false path that may lead you astray. Five of Clubs (Strife): Unsatisfied desires. Struggle. Labor. Violent strife. Obstacles. |
 | The card at the top represents one possible mask of your true destination. Page of Cups, when reversed: Inclination. Deviation. Susceptibility. Temporary distraction. Seduction. A flatterer. |
