| The Shadow Truth spread provides insight into your attitudes and hidden feelings. This spread is used when you are having trouble confronting something, or fear that you are concealing something from yourself. 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 center represents the attitude you assume. Queen of Clubs: A sympathetic and understanding person. Friendly. Loving. Chaste. Practical. Charm and grace. Hospitality. Sincere interest in others. |
 | The card to the right represents the thoughts and feelings that underly your attitudes. Four of Cups (Luxury), when reversed: New possibilities. New relationships. New approaches to old problems. New knowledge. |
 | The card at the top represents how your attitude is evolving and will evolve in the future. Five of Coins (Worry), when reversed: Reversal of bad trend. New interest in matters. Opposition to further gain. Suspense and delay. Spendthrift. |
 | The card to the left represents how others perceive your attitude. Two of Cups (Love): Love. Friendship beginning or renewed. Passion. Union. Engagement. Understanding. Cooperation. Partnership. Marriage. |
 | The card at the bottom represents what you cannot confront or are hiding from yourself. The Magician, when reversed: Weakness of will. Ineptitude. Insecurity. Disquiet. Delay. The use of one's skills for destructive ends. |
