| 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. Ten of Swords (Ruin), when reversed: Fame or glory blooming forth from misfortune. Cruel reality ennobled by art. |
 | The card at the bottom of the circle represents something you did to bring the situation about. Five of Cups (Disappointment): Serious, but not irreversible mistake. A betrayal born of lack of faith. Beauty found and lost, where ugliness was expected. |
 | The card at the bottom left of the circle represents your beliefs, impressions, or expectations. Page of Cups, when reversed: Emotional excess. Distraction. Seduction. |
 | The card at the bottom right of the circle represents the most likely outcome of the situation given present circumstances. Temperance: Balance. Moderation. Harmony. "Nothing in excess." Blending of opposites. Androgyny. |
 | The card at the upper left of the circle represents the spiritual history of the situation the things you've learned. Knight of Cups: A person of turbulent, poetic, romantic cast. An opportunity or favorable event in the near future. Deep feeling transformed into verse, music or visions. |
 | The card at the top of the circle represents the spiritual tasks and challenges of the present situation. The Sun: Glory and rejoicing. The light of reason. The flower of manhood. Inspiration in poetry and music. |
 | The card at the upper right of the circle represents the metamorphosis of the spiritual situation, and how your knowledge will evolve. Five of Staves (Strife), when reversed: A cautious step ahead without the aid of others. |
 | The card at the left of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will sustain your spiritual journey. The Emperor: Worldly authority. Professional success. Social power. The life of action and decision, especially in politics and business. Patriarch, clan leader, and pater familias. |
 | The card in the middle of the lower line represents the qualities that you express in this circumstance. Queen of Cups: A person of generous and loving nature, graceful and sparkling as a mountain stream, or deep and serene as a country lake. A poetess, musician or actress. |
 | The card at the right of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will reveal spiritual knowledge. Ten of Staves (Oppression): A final trial before an enduring reward. The greater the struggle, the greater the reward. |
