| 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. Two of Staves (Dominion): A decisive, perhaps early, accomplishment. Confirmation of boldness and courage. |
 | The card at the bottom of the circle represents something you did to bring the situation about. Nine of Cups (Happiness): Difficulties overcome. Favorable agreement. Reconciliation. A new beginning. Renewal of trust. Bestowal of forgiveness. |
 | The card at the bottom left of the circle represents your beliefs, impressions, or expectations. Queen of Staves, when reversed: A dilettante. An impatient or jaded connoisseur. A superficial or pretentious person. A frustrated artist. |
 | The card at the bottom right of the circle represents the most likely outcome of the situation given present circumstances. Page of Coins, when reversed: An unrealistic deluded state of mind. Rationalizations. Pseudoscience. |
 | The card at the upper left of the circle represents the spiritual history of the situation the things you've learned. Eight of Swords (Interference): Emotional disaster. Loss of a beloved person or a valued situation. A sadness that creates a new strength and resolve. |
 | The card at the top of the circle represents the spiritual tasks and challenges of the present situation. The Hierophant, when reversed: Dogmatic beliefs. Spiritual authoritarianism. Enfeebled philosophizing. |
 | The card at the upper right of the circle represents the metamorphosis of the spiritual situation, and how your knowledge will evolve. Eight of Cups (Indolence), when reversed: Awareness. Perseverance. Optimism. |
 | The card at the left of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will sustain your spiritual journey. Ten of Staves (Oppression): A final trial before an enduring reward. The greater the struggle, the greater the reward. |
 | The card in the middle of the lower line represents the qualities that you express in this circumstance. 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 at the right of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will reveal spiritual knowledge. Temperance: Balance. Moderation. Harmony. "Nothing in excess." Blending of opposites. Androgyny. |
