| 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 Hierophant, when reversed: Dogmatic beliefs. Spiritual authoritarianism. Enfeebled philosophizing. |
 | The card at the bottom of the circle represents something you did to bring the situation about. Six of Swords (Science): A daring expedition. An excursion or trip. Courageous act. Show of bravery. |
 | The card at the bottom left of the circle represents your beliefs, impressions, or expectations. King of Swords: A man of volatile temperament. A born fighter and ruler. A person in complete command. Self-mastery. Expertise. A person who prefers action to reflection - above all, dramatic, decisive action. |
 | The card at the bottom right of the circle represents the most likely outcome of the situation given present circumstances. Death, when reversed: Death averted. Brush with danger. Rising from a deathlike sleep. |
 | The card at the upper left of the circle represents the spiritual history of the situation the things you've learned. The Chariot: Victory. Triumph over opposition. New order. Change by force. The chariot of the soul pulled to one side by the force of vigilance and restraint, or drawn to the other side by the force of passions. |
 | The card at the top of the circle represents the spiritual tasks and challenges of the present situation. Eight of Coins (Prudence), when reversed: Vanity. Dishonesty. |
 | The card at the upper right of the circle represents the metamorphosis of the spiritual situation, and how your knowledge will evolve. Three of Cups (Abundance): Rescue from difficulty. Comfort in apprehension. A strange but beautiful occurrence. |
 | The card at the left of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will sustain your spiritual journey. Five of Staves (Strife), when reversed: A cautious step ahead without the aid of others. |
 | The card in the middle of the lower line represents the qualities that you express in this circumstance. Page of Staves: A young person of faithful countenance who, even unintentionally, helps others. An unofficial Hermes: a carrier of important news, an envoy, a guide, a pleasant stranger. A suave, bring and noble soul. |
 | The card at the right of the lower line represents the person or qualities that will reveal spiritual knowledge. Knight of Cups: A person of turbulent, poetic, romantic cast. An opportunity or favorable event in the near future. Deep feeling transformed into verse, music or visions. |
