| 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 Fool, when reversed: A false step. Impetuous beginning. Rash and irrational behavior. Childishness. Bacchic intoxication, oblivion and violence. |
 | The card at the bottom of the circle represents something you did to bring the situation about. Five of Coins (Worry), when reversed: Reversal of a difficult situation. Gradual improvement. Encouraging news. |
 | The card at the bottom left of the circle represents your beliefs, impressions, or expectations. Six of Staves (Victory), when reversed: Fear of failure and fear of success. |
 | The card at the bottom right of the circle represents the most likely outcome of the situation given present circumstances. Three of Cups (Abundance), when reversed: Superficial pleasure. Excessive emotion. |
 | The card at the upper left of the circle represents the spiritual history of the situation the things you've learned. Ten of Staves (Oppression), when reversed: Avoidance of pain and absence of pleasure. Obscurity and domesticity. |
 | The card at the top of the circle represents the spiritual tasks and challenges of the present situation. Seven of Staves (Valor): Splendid award or valuable prize earned by one's wits, and by tricks and counter moves. |
 | The card at the upper right of the circle represents the metamorphosis of the spiritual situation, and how your knowledge will evolve. The High Priestess, when reversed: Obfuscation. Mumbo jumbo. Heresy. |
 | The card at the left of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will sustain your spiritual journey. Four of Staves (Completion), when reversed: Preoccupations. Discord in relationships. |
 | The card in the middle of the lower line represents the qualities that you express in this circumstance. 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 right of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will reveal spiritual knowledge. Eight of Swords (Interference), when reversed: The lingering presence of a betrayal. |
