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Three of Wands Tarot Card Meaning

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The Three of Wands is the third card of the wands suit in the minor arcana and represents exploring new territory, expanding your goals, getting out of your comfort zone and results coming in. This card represents a step by step process of pursuing a goal or building a foundation which begins at the Ace of Wands.

So the Three of Wands can be seen as part of the building process along with the Ace and Two of Wands. The Three of Wands is associated with the number three which is connected to things like manifestation, communication and creativity. So this card can represent the manifestation process and the steps involved in this.

The Three of Wands is connected to the element fire and the planet Mars, as it’s associated with taking action, pursuing your goals and taking risks. This card can also represent an opportunity coming to you from a distance or even moving abroad to pursue an opportunity. In love readings this card can represent the developmental process of a relationship and that a foundation is being built.

The Three of Wands Meaning

This card represents the process of creating expansion when it comes to your passions, goals, desires and interests. This involves taking risks, expanding your comfort zone, learning new things and/or a process of trial and error.

The image on the card shows a man looking out over the expansive land before him with three wands at his side. This shows that he’s already achieved success with the goals he’s pursued and is now looking towards his next opportunity for growth. He can also be seen as waiting for the results of his efforts to show up and that while he knows they’re coming, they’re not here quite yet.

So the Three of Wands can show that you’ve taken action and are now waiting to see the results of your efforts. It can signify a waiting period and while you’re waiting you’re also looking into other opportunities to build and create growth with. This card shows the process of development and building a foundation with something you’ve been steadily taking action on.

Therefore, when the Three of Wands comes up in a reading it can mean that things are starting to come together or that they will be very soon in the near future. Alternatively, the Three of Wands can also represent things like waiting, considering other options and/or having to go back to the drawing board. Always look to the cards around it for clarification or to get a deeper meaning.

Upright

Following a step by step process, starting to see the results of your efforts, taking things to the next level, development, growth, expansion.

Reversed

Something not going according to plan, having to go back to the drawing board, setbacks, failing, a shift in perspective, starting over.

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Uranus in Astrology

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The planet Uranus in Astrology represents change, chaos, rebellion, revolution, innovation, upheaval and breaking free of the status quo. In the birth chart Uranus can show your potential for rebellion or where you may experience unexpected, chaotic changes and even instability. This planet can represent situations, relationships and experiences that are non-traditional and outside of societal norms.

Uranus is a planet of breaking free, sudden epiphanies, realizations and inner awakenings. In the birth chart it can show an area of your life where you may do things differently and march to the beat of your own drum. In Greek mythology Uranus is the God of the Sky and the Heavens and is the son and husband to the Goddess Gaia. He is a primordial God and is the father of the twelve Titan Gods.

Uranus represents individuality, originality and innovation as it’s focused on creating revolutionary change. This planet is very progressive and future forward. Although it can also create change in very chaotic, unexpected ways. Uranus will shake the foundation of something in order to shake things up or tear things down so that they can be rebuilt in a different more innovative way. Uranus is also connected to things like science, electricity, intelligence and thinking outside the box.

Challenging aspects made to your Uranus such as a square can represent the potential for obstacles, blow ups, breakthroughs and outbursts. Positive aspects made to Uranus such as a trine can indicate harmonious, creative, insightful and supportive expressions of Uranus.

When interpreting Uranus in your own chart it’ll be important to include the aspects made to Uranus because these will greatly influence how your Uranus is expressed. It will also show the unique challenges, opportunities and experiences connected to your expression of Uranus in this life.

Uranus in the Signs

Uranus expresses itself differently in each sign and has its own unique experiences and manifestations in each sign. Below is a list of basic interpretations of Uranus in each sign but remember to also include the aspects being made to your Uranus as well.

Aries

Uranus in Aries can show that you may be someone who has a pioneering spirit and a strong need for freedom and independence. This placement can indicate someone who takes risks, is a natural entrepreneur and loves adventure. Uranus here can show that you may be quite rebellious, impulsive and have a strong drive to take action and create change.

Taurus

Uranus in Taurus can show that you may be someone who takes an unconventional approach to your finances and material resources. This placement can indicate someone who takes calculated, practical risks and may have different views around creating value. Uranus here can show that you may also crave stability and that you may pursue this through things that are outside of societal norms.

Gemini

Uranus in Gemini can show that you may be an “idea person” or someone who is very inventive and creative. This placement can indicate someone who’s not afraid of change and in fact embraces it and can easily adapt. Uranus here can show that you may be very rebellious, revolutionary and ahead of your time in the way you communicate, think, socialize and interact.

Cancer

Uranus in Cancer can show that you may be someone who has a different way of connecting emotionally. This placement can indicate someone who might not follow the traditional norm when it comes to family. Uranus here can show that you may change the domestic roles within your family or even challenge traditional gender roles.

Leo

Uranus in Leo can show that you may take the lead in a very unique, revolutionary way. This placement can indicate someone who may have a rebellious, innovative way of expressing their creative nature. Uranus here can show that you may deeply value authenticity, individuality and freedom.

Virgo

Uranus in Virgo can show that you may be someone who’s a brilliant problem-solver that values efficiency. This placement can indicate someone who can think outside the box and come up with unique solutions by using your highly-tuned analytical skills. Uranus here can show that you may be very detail-oriented which allows you to see things that others will miss.

Libra

Uranus in Libra can show that you may be someone who has a strong desire to fight for justice and fairness. This placement can indicate someone who feels called to fight for social justice in revolutionary ways. This placement can show that you may have unique artistic talents and a eye for spotting the “diamond in the rough”.

Scorpio

Uranus in Scorpio can show that you may be someone who’s highly intuitive, insightful and instinctual. This placement can indicate someone who radiates power and has a strong “larger than life” presence about them. Uranus here can show that you may be very perceptive, good at spotting a lie, able to see beneath the surface and good at uncovering secrets.

Sagittarius

Uranus in Sagittarius can show that you may be a free spirit and someone who strongly values freedom. This placement can indicate someone who’s open-minded, a free-thinker and doesn’t conform to societal norms. Uranus here can show that you may be someone who’s quite rebellious and may challenge authority in order to act as a catalyst for revolutionary change.

Capricorn

Uranus in Capricorn can show that you may be very ambitious when it comes to building your own structures in life. This placement can indicate someone who doesn’t like to feel restricted or limited by traditional structures and institutions. Uranus here can show that you may have a very innovative approach to achieving success and building stability.

Aquarius

Uranus in Aquarius can show that you may be a very unique, eclectic and individualistic person. This placement can indicate someone who’s ahead of their time and has very progressive, future-forward ideas. Uranus here can show that you may be a natural inventor with a desire to create positive social change in the world.

Pisces

Uranus in Pisces can show that you may be “the mystic” with heightened sensitivity and intuition. This placement can indicate someone who’s very creative, imaginative and spiritually inclined. Uranus here can show that your natural empathy can lead you towards a very fulfilling path as a healer in this world.

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Two of Wands Tarot Card Meaning

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The Two of Wands is the second card of the wands suit in the minor arcana and represents planning, progress, charting new territory, pursuing growth and making decisions. The Two of Wands is associated with the number two which is connected to things like relationships, intuition, decisions and cooperation.

The Two of Wands is connected to the element fire and the planet Mars, as it’s associated with taking action, pursuing your goals and enthusiasm. This card can represent a crossroads of sorts where you’re at a point of pursuing growth and are trying to decide which path to take in order to accomplish this.

The Two of Wands represents the planning stages of expanding your horizons, charting new territory and achieving success with your goals. This card shows that you may desire growth and that you’re trying to find the best options to achieve this. In love readings this card can represent a desire to create growth in your current relationship or a desire to explore other romantic opportunities.

The Two of Wands Meaning

This card represents the process of creating expansion when it comes to your passions, goals, desires and interests. This card comes after the Ace of Wands which signifies a point on your path where that initial spark of potential has been ignited and now you’re trying to build upon that.

The image on the card shows a man holding a globe in one hand and a wand in the other representing his search for the best opportunities. He wears a red robe and hat which symbolizes his passion and drive to achieve success. In the background is a wide open and vast space signifying all of the opportunities available to him. Essentially, the world is his oyster.

So the Two of Wands can represent that you may want more but you’re still in the planning phase and haven’t taken action quite yet. It signifies a need to consider all of the options available to you and then be willing to get out of your comfort zone in order to pursue them. This card shows that you need to make sure the opportunities you choose align with your goals and will take you towards the success you’re wanting.

Therefore, when the Two of Wands comes up in a reading it can mean that it’ll be important to consider your long-term goals and whether an opportunity is going to get you there before you jump on it. Alternatively, the Two of Wands can also represent things like indecision, holding back and a turning point. Always look to the cards around it for clarification or to get a deeper meaning.

Upright

Planning your goals, making decisions, pursuing opportunities for growth, creating a clear plan of action, exploring new territory, expansion.

Reversed

Going in a different direction, not willing to get out of your comfort zone, not experiencing growth with an opportunity, not taking action on your goals, indecision.

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Ace of Wands Tarot Card Meaning

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The Ace of Wands is the first card of the wands suit in the minor arcana and represents a passionate new spark, inspiration, a new opportunity, attraction, potential and growth. The Ace of Wands is connected to the number one which is connected to things like new beginnings, leadership, independence and taking the initiative.

The Ace of Wands is connected to the element fire and the planet Mars, as it’s associated with taking action, pursuing your passions and enthusiasm. This card can represent a new idea, interest or opportunity that inspires you to take passionate action and also holds much potential.

The Ace of Wands represents the initial spark or inspiration of something new that has the potential to grow into something more if you take action on it. This card is connected to creativity and excitement as it tends to ignite a fire within you when it appears in your life. In love readings this card can represent a new attraction and/or a romantic spark being ignited.

The Ace of Wands Meaning

This card represents the birth of something new and exciting being initiated. This card can symbolize the beginning stages of a new romantic connection, creative project, invention and/or a new skill. Just like with all the Ace’s, this card is the first step on the journey of pursuing something that will create more meaning, purpose and/or abundance in your life.

The image on the card shows a hand coming out of a cloud holding a wand which has new growth sprouting from it. In the background there’s a wide open landscape showing the growth potential this new opportunity has if you’re willing to go the distance. The mountains, hills and valleys surrounding the wand represent the challenges you may face on your journey.

So the Ace of Wands can represent a chance to pursue your passions but to also prepare yourself to face challenges on the journey ahead. It signifies a need to persevere in spite of any challenges and to let your passions lead the way and motivate you to keep going. The wands suit also connects to the spiritual spark of life and can represent a spiritual calling.

Therefore, when the Ace of Wands comes up in a reading it can mean that you’re being called by a new passion in your life and the universe is encouraging you to take action. Alternatively, the Ace of Wands can also represent things like a breakthrough, creative self-expression or not knowing how to pursue your passions. Always look to the cards around it for clarification or to get a deeper meaning.

Upright

New passionate opportunity, creative ideas, a breakthrough, inspiration, a passionate spark, attraction, enthusiasm, potential for growth, motivation.

Reversed

Loss of enthusiasm, allowing fear to hold you back from reaching your true potential, no longer interested in something, delays, a missed opportunity, lack of passion.

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Jupiter in Astrology

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The planet Jupiter in Astrology represents expansion, luck, abundance, optimism, beliefs, wisdom and spirituality. In the birth chart Jupiter represents how you grow, your luck and where you’re expanding your horizons. This planet likes to expand things and make them bigger with it’s larger than life energy.

Jupiter is a planet of higher learning, philosophy and higher consciousness and is known as the “Great Benefic”. In Roman mythology Jupiter is known as King of the Gods and is connected to the sky, thunder and protection. In Greek Mythology Jupiter is connected to the God Zeus who is also a thunder God and King of the Gods on Mount Olympus.

Jupiter represents where you seek out more meaning in your life by opening up your world to learning and exploration in order to facilitate growth. This planet can represent your beliefs, perspectives, how you seek out knowledge and develop wisdom. While being mostly known for it’s benefic energies, it can also lead to things like over-indulgence if it’s energy is not properly balanced.

Challenging aspects made to your Jupiter such as a square can show obstacles, restrictions, limitations and tension when it comes to creating growth and expansion. Positive aspects made to Jupiter such as a trine can indicate harmonious, strong and supportive expressions of Jupiter.

When interpreting Jupiter in your own chart it’ll be important to include the aspects made to Jupiter because these will greatly influence how your Jupiter is expressed. It will also show the unique challenges, opportunities and experiences connected to your expression of Jupiter in this life.

Jupiter in the Signs

Jupiter expresses itself differently in each sign and has its own unique experiences and manifestations in each sign. Below is a list of basic interpretations of Jupiter’s expression in each sign but remember to also include the aspects being made to your Jupiter as well.

Aries

Jupiter in Aries can show that you may approach growth from a very enthusiastic, bold and optimistic perspective. This placement can indicate someone who has a jovial spirit when it comes to pursuing goals and achieving success. Jupiter here can show that you may be someone who takes the initiative to explore new territory and step courageously out into the unknown.

Taurus

Jupiter in Taurus can show that you may approach growth from a very grounded, practical and sensible perspective. This placement can indicate someone who values financial security, creating financial abundance and material success. Jupiter here can show that you may be someone who’s focused on your long-term goals and building solid foundations.

Gemini

Jupiter in Gemini can show that you may approach growth from a very open-minded, intellectual and flexible perspective. This placement can indicate someone who’s adaptable to changing circumstances and is open to multiple different opportunities. Jupiter here can show that you may be someone who values learning new skills, trying new things and having new experiences.

Cancer

Jupiter in Cancer can show that you may approach growth from a very emotional, sensitive and nurturing perspective. This placement can indicate someone who values family and growing emotionally connected relationships. Jupiter here can show that you may be someone who has a big heart, is naturally empathetic and generous with the love you give to others.

Leo

Jupiter in Leo can show that you may approach growth from a very creative, dramatic and positive perspective. This placement can indicate someone who’s very warm, generous, confident and charismatic. Jupiter here can show that you may have a magnetic energy about you and a natural inclination towards leadership.

Virgo

Jupiter in Virgo can show that you may approach growth from a very efficient, detail-oriented and organized perspective. This placement can indicate someone who values being of service to others and is innately helpful. Jupiter here can show that you may be a great problem-solver and have a strong work ethic.

Libra

Jupiter in Libra can show that you may approach growth from a very diplomatic, fair and balanced perspective. This placement can indicate someone who’s focused on collaborating with others and building partnerships. This placement can show that you may be naturally good at connecting with others, bringing people together and fighting for justice.

Scorpio

Jupiter in Scorpio can show that you may approach growth from a very intense, deep, powerful and transformative perspective. This placement can indicate someone who values exploring their deepest emotions as well as connecting with their shadow self. Jupiter here can show that you may be magnetic, passionate, mysterious and highly intuitive.

Sagittarius

Jupiter in Sagittarius can show that you may approach growth from a very expansive, adventurous, open-minded and wise perspective. This placement can indicate someone who’s a seeker or who is on a journey towards attaining wisdom and knowledge. Jupiter here can show that you may value your freedom, traveling and expanding your consciousness.

Capricorn

Jupiter in Capricorn can show that you may approach growth from a very realistic, disciplined and ambitious perspective. This placement can indicate someone who’s a hard worker and determined to achieve success with their material goals. Jupiter here can show that you may need to focus on long-term planning and growth, as Jupiter moves slower in this sign.

Aquarius

Jupiter in Aquarius can show that you may approach growth from a very innovative, unique and forward-thinking perspective. This placement can indicate someone who’s progressive and is focused on making a positive impact on the world. Jupiter here can show that you may be someone who’s ahead of your time and values fighting for social justice.

Pisces

Jupiter in Pisces can show that you may approach growth from a very idealistic, go with the flow perspective. This placement can indicate someone who’s deeply spiritual, compassionate, empathic and intuitive. Jupiter here can show that you may be naturally artistic, creative and highly imaginative.

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King of Pentacles Tarot Card Meaning

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The King of Pentacles is the fourth court card of the pentacles suit in the minor arcana and represents mature masculine energy that’s providing, fatherly, financially abundant and successful. The King of Pentacles can represent you or another person who takes on these qualities.

The King of Pentacles is connected to the element earth and the planet Venus, as he’s focused on nurturing his material resources in order to create financial wealth. He is someone who’s very smart when it comes to investment opportunities and knows which one’s will result in a prosperous return.

The King of Pentacles can show that you’re working to create wealth in your life by investing your resources and energy into the right opportunities. It also shows your ability to provide for yourself and/or your family and that you may be playing this role in a specific situation in your life.

The King of Pentacles Meaning

This card represents someone who’s in a position of leadership when it comes to business and creating financial wealth. The King of Pentacles is someone who can easily spot opportunities that will lead towards growth and financial success, as he’s mastered the material realm.

The image on the card shows a man sitting on a throne that’s decorated with bull heads representing the sign of Taurus. He’s wearing a robe decorated with grapes signifying wealth and abundance. Behind him is a castle signifying the legacy he has built for himself through his hard work and determination. In one hand he holds a scepter and the other he holds a coin signifying the power he has over the material realm.

The King of Pentacles is the business owner as he has both the vision and the determination to pursue a goal and commit to seeing it through until he achieves success. He’s motivated by his vision which allows him to easily attract financial opportunities and abundance to himself. The King of Pentacles is also very practical, organized, methodical, patient and grounded.

Therefore, when the King of Pentacles comes up in a reading it can mean that you’re embodying these energies or someone else around you is playing this role in your life. Alternatively, the King of Pentacles can also represent things like being overly stubborn, materialistic and too focused on money. Always look to the cards around it for clarification or to get a deeper meaning.

Upright

Material wealth, financial success, a father figure, being in the role of provider, business leadership, financial security, prosperity, abundance.

Reversed

Being overly focused on money, workaholic, not being able to grow financially, loss of an investment, not being able to provide, being overly stubborn.

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Saturn in Astrology

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The planet Saturn in Astrology represents karma, structure, law, order, restriction, limitation, fear, discipline, responsibility and authority. In the birth chart Saturn represents the area of your life where you’re learning karmic lessons and may experience challenges, delays and setbacks. Although Saturn can bring challenging circumstances, this is meant to help you mature and build structure in an area of your life which will be long-lasting.

Saturn is a planet of responsibility and likes to create order and stability through hard work and effort, as Saturn is all about what’s realistic. In Roman mythology Saturn is known as the God of the harvest, agriculture, wealth and time and was seen as a benevolent deity. In Greek Mythology Saturn is connected to the God Cronus who has a more violent energy as he is best known for eating his children.

Saturn represents the things that take time to build such as a solid foundation which will last for the long-term. This planet rules over the earth realm and therefore values things that are realistic and can actually develop into something tangible or real. Because of this Saturn can tend to slow things down and even bring a somber energy because it deals with the more boring, repetitive aspects of building something.

Challenging aspects made to your Saturn such as a square can show obstacles, restrictions, limitations and tension when it comes to expressing Saturnian qualities. Positive aspects made to Saturn such as a trine can indicate harmonious, strong and supportive expressions of Saturn.

When interpreting Saturn in your own chart it’ll be important to include the aspects made to Saturn because these will greatly influence how your Saturn is expressed. It will also show the unique challenges, opportunities and experiences connected to your expression of Saturn in this life.

Saturn in the Signs

Saturn expresses itself differently in each sign and has its own unique experiences and manifestations in each sign. Below is a list of basic interpretations of Saturn’s expression in each sign but remember to also include the aspects being made to your Saturn as well.

Aries

Saturn in Aries can show that your karmic lessons center around learning assertiveness, taking the initiative and personal power. This placement can indicate someone who’s more conservative and thoughtful in the way they take action. Saturn here can show that you may need to overcome obstacles in this life in order to step into a leadership role through learning self-mastery.

Taurus

Saturn in Taurus can show that your karmic lessons center around stability, tradition and creating financial security. This placement can indicate someone who doesn’t like taking risks when it comes to creating financial security and may choose more traditional career paths in life. Saturn here can show that you may need to work on overcoming the fear of not having enough and remembering to celebrate your successes.

Gemini

Saturn in Gemini can show that your karmic lessons center around communication, learning and adaptability. This placement can indicate someone who’s a natural problem-solver, intellectual, wise and informative. Saturn here can show that you may need to learn how to create structure in your mind and thoughts so that you can focus and properly express yourself.

Cancer

Saturn in Cancer can show that your karmic lessons center around emotions, sensitivity and care-taking. This placement can indicate someone who’s more stoic when it comes to expressing emotion and may have strong boundaries in place. Saturn here can show that you may need to learn how to ask for help and support when you need it and remember to honor your emotional needs as well.

Leo

Saturn in Leo can show that your karmic lessons center around leadership, being in the spotlight, bravery and courage. This placement can indicate someone who’s a natural leader that leads with integrity but may also struggle with confidence. Saturn here can show that you may struggle with imposter syndrome at times and will need to learn how to shine without doubting yourself.

Virgo

Saturn in Virgo can show that your karmic lessons center around analytical thinking, practicality and perfectionism. This placement can indicate someone who’s very efficient, detail oriented, helpful and highly organized. Saturn here can show that you may struggle with things like perfectionism, a need to control and being overly critical of yourself and/or others.

Libra

Saturn in Libra can show that your karmic lessons center around justice, balance, fairness and diplomacy. This placement can indicate someone who’s fair and values things like commitment, harmony and integrity, especially in their relationships. Saturn is exalted in Libra which means that their energies blend together nicely. This placement can show a need to create balance in ones life in order to maintain inner and outer harmony.

Scorpio

Saturn in Scorpio can show that your karmic lessons center around power, control, transformation and resilience. This placement can indicate someone who’s strong, passionate, intense and has the ability to endure. Saturn here can show that you may need to overcome any fears centered around expressing your personal power or exerting your will. This placement can also indicate a high level of intuition and insight.

Sagittarius

Saturn in Sagittarius can show that your karmic lessons center around expansion, beliefs, knowledge and higher education. This placement can indicate someone who’s wise and has a strong moral code. Saturn here can show that you may need to learn how to not limit your beliefs so that you can open your mind to seeing different perspectives.

Capricorn

Saturn in Capricorn can show that your karmic lessons center around authority, responsibility, ambition and discipline. This placement can indicate someone who’s authoritative, mature, hard-working and traditional. Saturn here can show that you may be someone who’s goal-oriented and driven by a strong sense of purpose.

Aquarius

Saturn in Aquarius can show that your karmic lessons center around intellectualism, humanitarianism and responsibility. This placement can indicate someone who’s focused on progression, innovation and improvement both on a personal and collective level. Saturn here can show that you may struggle with being aloof and detached at times and that creating balance in your life will be best.

Pisces

Saturn in Pisces can show that your karmic lessons center around idealism, creativity, sensitivity and self-sacrifice. This placement can indicate someone who’s a natural empath and may feel called to be of service to others. Saturn here can show that you may need to learn how to set boundaries so that you don’t sacrifice yourself in the process of serving others. This placement can create creative blocks which can be worked through by expressing your creativity in more practical ways.

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Queen of Pentacles Tarot Card Meaning

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The Queen of Pentacles is the third court card of the pentacles suit in the minor arcana and represents mature feminine energy that’s nurturing, mothering, hard-working and independent. The Queen of Pentacles can represent you or another person who takes on these qualities as well.

The Queen of Pentacles is connected to the element earth and the planet Saturn, as she’s focused on taking care of her responsibilities, creating structure and stability. She is someone who’s very abundant, caring and supportive and she values practicality.

The Queen of Pentacles can show that you’re managing everything in your life from a very balanced, grounded, responsible and mature perspective. It also shows your ability to provide for yourself in the material realm and that you are someone who takes your responsibilities seriously, or this is the role you’re playing in a specific situation in your life.

The Queen of Pentacles Meaning

This card represents someone who manages all aspects of their physical and material world and does it well. The Queen of Pentacles is someone who can create balance between her working life and personal life because she also values things like self-care and self-love.

The image on the card shows a woman sitting on a decorated throne holding a pentacle. Around her are symbols of abundance such as plants, greenery, flowers, fruits and even animals. She looks down at the pentacle in her arms lovingly showing her focus on nurturing her material world and achieving financial success.

The Queen of Pentacles can also represent a working parent or mother figure who cooks, cleans and provides for her family. She’s a very nurturing figure and can even sometimes be seen as a mini version of the Empress. The Queen of Pentacles is down to earth and likes to feel grounded, stable and abundant. She may show her love through things like practical gift giving or cooking your favorite meal.

Therefore, when the Queen of Pentacles comes up in a reading it can mean that you’re embodying these energies or someone else around you is playing this role in your life. Alternatively, the Queen of Pentacles can also represent things like being overly focused on work, selfishness and/or a need to focus on self-care. Always look to the cards around it for clarification or to get a deeper meaning.

Upright

Nurturing, mothering, focused on taking care of your material responsibilities, managing a household, a mother figure, taking care of your family.

Reversed

Focusing more on self-care, selfishness, self-centered, not being able to manage all of your responsibilities, not knowing how to ask for help, overworking.

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Knight of Pentacles Tarot Card Meaning

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The Knight of Pentacles is the second court card of the pentacles suit in the minor arcana and represents steady progress with your goals, moving forward at a slower pace, consistency and planning. The Knight of Pentacles represents the pursuit of a material goal and the process of creating a plan of action to achieve this goal.

The Knight of Pentacles is connected to the element earth and the planet Mercury, as it’s associated with practicality, planning, making logical decisions, research and achieving tangible results. This card can also represent a person who is putting in real work and effort into achieving a long-term goal.

The Knight of Pentacles can show that you’re considering your options in the material world and searching for the one that will develop into something more. This card can show that you’re just at the beginning stages of this journey and that you may need to go through a process of trial and error in order to find the right opportunity for you.

The Knight of Pentacles Meaning

This card represents the sometimes monotonous and repetitive routine that comes with pursuing a long-term goal. This card shows that things like self-discipline and commitment will be required in a situation even if things become boring or dull at times. It’s about sticking something out and seeing something through in order to achieve a goal.

The image on the card shows a knight sitting on a horse that’s standing still. He holds a pentacle in his hand as he looks out over the land as if trying to decide where he wants to invest. In the background the land is wide open and vast signifying the many opportunities available to him.

So the Knight of Pentacles can also represent slow and gradual progress and a mentality of “slow and steady wins the race”. This card can show that continuing to move forward and put one foot in front of the other will result in a successful outcome. Creating a solid and realistic plan of action and then following that plan will get you to where you want to be.

Therefore, when the Knight of Pentacles comes up in a reading it can mean that you’re focused on pursuing a goal in a very practical, realistic and balanced way. Alternatively, the Knight of Pentacles can also represent things like stagnation, stubbornness, indecisiveness and perfectionism. Always look to the cards around it for clarification or to get a deeper meaning.

Upright

Steady progress with your goals, pushing forward in spite of challenges or setbacks, consistency, conservative decisions, repetitiveness.

Reversed

Lack of discipline, having trouble with commitment, stubbornness, pessimism, perfectionism, being too focused on the details, being overly critical about your progress.

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Mars in Astrology

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The planet Mars in Astrology represents action, ambition, energy, competition, primal urges, anger and assertiveness. In the birth chart Mars represents how you take action, your instincts, passion and desire. Mars will also show how you express anger and how you assert yourself or take charge in your life.

This planet shows your drive and the fire that burns within you and motivates you to take action. Mars can also be a forceful, dominating energy which can manifest itself through aggressive and impulsive actions. In Roman mythology Mars is known as the God of war, agriculture and fertility and is seen as the protector of Rome.

Challenging aspects made to your Mars such as a square can show power struggles, competition and tension when it comes to expressing Martian qualities. Positive aspects made to Mars such as a trine can indicate harmonious, strong and supportive expressions of Mars.

When interpreting Mars in your own chart it’ll be important to include the aspects made to Mars because these will greatly influence how your Mars is expressed. It will also show the unique challenges, opportunities and experiences connected to your expression of Mars in this life.

Mars in the Signs

Mars expresses itself differently in each sign and has its own unique experiences and manifestations in each sign. Below is a list of basic interpretations of Mars expression in each sign but remember to also include the aspects being made to your Mars as well.

Aries

Mars in Aries can make you someone who’s very assertive, bold and dominating when it comes to taking action. This placement can indicate someone who’s a natural leader, independent and self-sufficient. Mars here can also make you someone who’s athletic, passionate and potentially quick to anger.

Taurus

Mars in Taurus can make you someone who’s very steady, grounded and focused when it comes to taking action. This placement can indicate someone who values practicality and reliability when it comes to your career and finances. Mars here can also make you someone who’s goal-oriented, organized and more passive in your approach.

Gemini

Mars in Gemini can make you someone who’s very dynamic, curious, and communicative when it comes to taking action. This placement can indicate someone who’s energized, enjoys variety and likes to be busy. Mars here can also make you someone who’s very adaptable and can more easily go with the flow when problems, obstacles or challenges arise.

Cancer

Mars in Cancer can make you someone who’s very emotional, passive and careful when it comes to taking action. This placement can indicate someone who’s protective, cautious and sensitive. Mars here can also make you someone who leads with your heart, defends those you love and can be reactive at times.

Leo

Mars in Leo can make you someone who’s very passionate, competitive and bold when it comes to taking action. This placement can indicate someone who’s a natural leader, charismatic and confident. Mars here can also make you someone who’s very creative, self-expressive and comfortable being in the spotlight.

Virgo

Mars in Virgo can make you someone who’s very practical, logical and strategic when it comes to taking action. This placement can indicate someone who’s methodical, detail-oriented and efficient. Mars here can also make you someone who’s always looking for ways to improve things and can be a perfectionist.

Libra

Mars in Libra can make you someone who’s very diplomatic, passive and fair when it comes to taking action. This placement can indicate someone who’s more focused on creating cooperation and harmony rather than competition. Mars here can also make you someone who’s a defender of justice and has a strong moral code.

Scorpio

Mars in Scorpio can make you someone who’s very determined, strategic, driven and stealthy when it comes to taking action. This placement can indicate someone who’s powerful, resilient and has a lot of inner/emotional strength. Mars here can also make you someone who’s transformative, persistent, obsessive and never gives up.

Sagittarius

Mars in Sagittarius can make you someone who’s very adventurous, spontaneous and enthusiastic when it comes to taking action. This placement can indicate someone who desires freedom, expansion and growth. Mars here can also make you someone who’s optimistic, open-minded and loves exploration.

Capricorn

Mars in Capricorn can make you someone who’s very authoritative, ambitious and driven when it comes to taking action. This placement can indicate someone who’s a natural leader that leads with integrity and by example. Mars here can also make you someone who’s hard-working, realistic and goal-oriented.

Aquarius

Mars in Aquarius can make you someone who’s very individualistic, optimistic and fair when it comes to taking action. This placement can indicate someone who’s a visionary, values freedom and has a “live and let live” perspective. Mars here can also make you someone who has a strong moral code, pursues social causes and may enjoy an intellectual debate.

Pisces

Mars in Pisces can make you someone who’s very creative, idealistic and heart-centered when it comes to taking action. This placement can indicate someone who has a more laid-back approach and tends to follow their heart. Mars here can also make you someone who’s compassionate, loves deeply and fights for a higher purpose or ideal.

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