| 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. The Moon, when reversed: Gradual clarity. New hope. Light of dawn. |
 | The card at the bottom of the circle represents something you did to bring the situation about. Ten of Swords (Ruin): Calamity. The failure of a hero, foretold in prophesy, but brought about by the hero's own choices. |
 | The card at the bottom left of the circle represents your beliefs, impressions, or expectations. The Hanged Man: Sacrifice. Vigilance. Martyrlike forbearance. Suspension or paralysis of the soul. A mind divided and undecided. Stasis and constraint. |
 | The card at the bottom right of the circle represents the most likely outcome of the situation given present circumstances. Five of Swords (Defeat), when reversed: Entering new experiences after persuasion or seduction. Undertaking new adventures. |
 | The card at the upper left of the circle represents the spiritual history of the situation the things you've learned. Six of Staves (Victory): Triumph over great difficulties. A glorious victory. "If at first you don't succeed, try, try again." |
 | The card at the top of the circle represents the spiritual tasks and challenges of the present situation. King of Cups: A dignified and accomplished person, compassionate and intuitively accurate. A successful professional, humanitarian and idealistic. One who appreciates the Dionysian side of the arts and the wild, mysterious aspect of nature. |
 | The card at the upper right of the circle represents the metamorphosis of the spiritual situation, and how your knowledge will evolve. Justice: The vindication of the just and the punishment of the unjust. Rule of reason. Balance of power. |
 | The card at the left of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will sustain your spiritual journey. Four of Coins (Power): Lustful or greedy pursuit of someone or something. Irrational action. Unreasonable desire for wealth. |
 | The card in the middle of the lower line represents the qualities that you express in this circumstance. Four of Cups (Luxury), when reversed: New faith. New hope. A return to trust. |
 | The card at the right of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will reveal spiritual knowledge. Three of Cups (Abundance), when reversed: Superficial pleasure. Excessive emotion. |
