| 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 Cups (Happiness), when reversed: Misleading freedom. Refusal to cleave to others. |
 | The card at the bottom of the circle represents something you did to bring the situation about. Death: Death. Loss. Death and rebirth. End of an old situation and the beginning of a new one. |
 | The card at the bottom left of the circle represents your beliefs, impressions, or expectations. Queen of Swords, when reversed: Consuming fire; the flames of the martyrdom of Joan of Arc, Phaedra's misguided passion, Medea's jealousy, Lady Macbeth's ambition. Fire, if left to burn unchecked, can consume the soul. |
 | The card at the bottom right of the circle represents the most likely outcome of the situation given present circumstances. The Sun: Glory and rejoicing. The light of reason. The flower of manhood. Inspiration in poetry and music. |
 | The card at the upper left of the circle represents the spiritual history of the situation the things you've learned. Knight of Cups, when reversed: Fraudulent emotion. A charming, but irresponsible person. |
 | The card at the top of the circle represents the spiritual tasks and challenges of the present situation. Nine of Swords (Cruelty), when reversed: Slander. Suspicion. |
 | The card at the upper right of the circle represents the metamorphosis of the spiritual situation, and how your knowledge will evolve. Five of Cups (Disappointment), when reversed: New friends and renewal of old friendships. |
 | The card at the left of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will sustain your spiritual journey. Queen of Staves: A person of sunny disposition, accomplished, graceful and gracious. A patroness or adept of the fine arts and sciences. A wedding of intelligence and creativity, giving flower in fruitfulness. |
 | The card in the middle of the lower line represents the qualities that you express in this circumstance. Seven of Cups (Temptation): Living in a world of fantasy and illusion. Unrealistic and vain hopes. Dependence on external and even supernatural aid. |
 | The card at the right of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will reveal spiritual knowledge. Ace of Cups: The free reign of the heart in overflowing joy and abundant love. |
