| 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. Nine of Staves (Strength), when reversed: Barriers, difficulties. |
 | The card at the bottom of the circle represents something you did to bring the situation about. Page of Staves, when reversed: An unstable, indecisive and perhaps malicious person. A heartbreaker, gossiper, or bringer of bad news. |
 | The card at the bottom left of the circle represents your beliefs, impressions, or expectations. The Star, when reversed: Fleeting peace. Melancholy. Pensiveness. |
 | The card at the bottom right of the circle represents the most likely outcome of the situation given present circumstances. The Tower: Comeuppance. Setback. Disaster. Arrogance of pride cast down by Providence. Unforeseen event. Calamity. |
 | The card at the upper left of the circle represents the spiritual history of the situation the things you've learned. The Hermit: Introspection. Retreat. Pilgrimage. Spiritual quest. The search in oneself and in the world for the "Honest Man" of Diogenes the philosopher. Meditation on the passage of time and the dissolution of matter. |
 | The card at the top of the circle represents the spiritual tasks and challenges of the present situation. Four of Coins (Power): Lustful or greedy pursuit of someone or something. Irrational action. Unreasonable desire for wealth. |
 | The card at the upper right of the circle represents the metamorphosis of the spiritual situation, and how your knowledge will evolve. Ace of Coins: Prosperity. Security. Well-being. Material riches and spiritual richness. |
 | The card at the left of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will sustain your spiritual journey. Five of Swords (Defeat): Stubbornness. Refusal to move into the future, to forget the past or to face pressing responsibilities. Dishonor. Stagnation. |
 | The card in the middle of the lower line represents the qualities that you express in this circumstance. Two of Cups (Love): The flower of first love, of love at first sight. The bond between two people, invisible but formidable. |
 | 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. |
