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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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Page of Pentacles Tarot Card Meaning

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The Page of Pentacles is the first court card of the pentacles suit in the minor arcana and represents a new financial opportunity, researching new opportunities, developing new skills, curiosity and/or a younger person. The Page of Pentacles represents the potential of a new opportunity or the process of experimentation with new opportunities.

The Page of Pentacles is connected to the element earth and the planet Venus, as it’s associated with practicality, being pragmatic, creating financial wealth and tangible results. This card can also represent a new financial offer or a message about a new financial opportunity which has the potential to grow.

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

The Page of Pentacles Meaning

This card represents the initial stages of developing something new in the material world and a need to be curious and open with the process but also practical in your approach. This card can also represent a new seed of potential which if nurtured correctly and consistently can grow into a legacy which can last for the long-term.

The image on the card shows a young person holding up a pentacle with a sense of wonder and curiosity. In the background there’s a wide open field which holds lots of potential for planting new seeds and growing an abundant crop. This shows that the opportunities available to you are vast and varied and that it will take some practical consideration to make the best choice.

So the Page of Pentacles can also represent a person who’s embarking on a new journey of experimentation, starting a new project, learning a new skill or initiating a new investment. This card can show that a new venture is coming in for you and that you will need to create a plan of action in order to get the best results.

Therefore, when the Page of Pentacles comes up in a reading it can mean that you’re being presented with new financial opportunities in your reality and that taking a practical approach will be best. Alternatively, the Page of Pentacles can also represent things like uncertainty, exploring your options, manifestation or a student. Always look to the cards around it for clarification or to get a deeper meaning.

Upright

Practicality, a new financial opportunity, curiosity, a new investment, manifestation, researching new opportunities, developing new skills.

Reversed

Still exploring your options, uncertain about a new financial opportunity, procrastination, indecisiveness, a need to take a step back and reevaluate.

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Ten of Pentacles Tarot Card Meaning

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The Ten of Pentacles is the tenth card in the pentacles suit in the minor arcana and represents a legacy, inheritance, long-term wealth and financial security. The Ten of Pentacles is represented by the number ten which breaks down to one, so each number is connected to the energy of this card. The number ten is connected to things like completion, wholeness, success and the fulfillment of goals.

The Ten of Pentacles is connected to the element earth and the planet Mercury, as it’s associated with practicality, being pragmatic, being grounded and tangible results. This card can represent the long-term results of what you’re currently working to build for your future.

The Ten of Pentacles can show that you’re working towards achieving a goal which will produce long-term financial results and success. This card can show that you’re trying to secure your future and set yourself up for long-term stability and security. This card can show that you’re good with your money and with saving your money which helps you to maintain your stability.

The Ten of Pentacles Meaning

This card represents a point of achievement, fulfillment and completion when it comes to building your legacy. Through your hard work and committed effort you have now reached a point of accumulated wealth and abundance which will provide you with security. This card can also represent your financial investments and the return you’re receiving from them or even a windfall of money.

The image on the card shows a family surrounded by ten pentacles and a castle in the background. There are multiple generations of family here as well showing the time it takes to build and grow financial wealth. This shows that this family has everything they need to build an abundant future for themselves.

This can mean that you are in the role of the provider and breadwinner of your family. So the Ten of Pentacles can also represent traditions, your ancestors and family lineage. It can represent a family legacy that you’re carrying on or that you’re creating your own legacy which can be carried on by your own family.

Therefore, when the Ten of Pentacles comes up in a reading it can mean that you’re in a good place financially and that this is going to set you up for success and security in the future. Alternatively, the Ten of Pentacles can also represent things like an inheritance, materialism and overspending. Always look to the cards around it for clarification or to get a deeper meaning.

Upright

Building your legacy, wealth, financial security, long-term financial wealth, a sense of accomplishment, reaching your material goals, inheritance.

Reversed

Loss of your savings, loss of an investment, financial instability, materialism, never feeling satisfied, money over everything mentality, family troubles, overspending.

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Nine of Pentacles Tarot Card Meaning

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The Nine of Pentacles is the ninth card in the pentacles suit in the minor arcana and represents independence, confidence, financial abundance, self-reliance and the fruits of your labor. The Nine of Pentacles is represented by the number nine which is connected to things like completion, wisdom, spirituality and an old soul.

The Nine of Pentacles is connected to the element earth and the planet Mercury, as it’s associated with practicality, being pragmatic, being grounded and tangible results. This card can represent a time where you’re enjoying the fruits of your labor and doing well for yourself and this is bringing you the confidence to keep developing yourself.

The Nine of Pentacles can show that you’re someone who’s self-reliant and self-sufficient and this independence will lead you towards success. This card can show that you’re in a good place, especially from a material perspective, and that you may be feeling good, looking good and generally doing well.

The Nine of Pentacles Meaning

This card represents someone who’s independent, responsible, disciplined and self-sufficient. This card can also represent an energy of having everything that you need and this is giving you a sense of security. The nine of pentacles shows that you can now do a little indulging and pampering so that you can reward yourself for all your hard work.

The image on the card shows a woman wearing beautiful gowns who is standing in a lush garden while a bird is sitting on her hand. This all represents the fruits of her labor and the abundance she has created through the hard work, effort and perseverance represented by the seven and eight of pentacles. Now she can relax and bask in the glory of her material comforts and indulge herself in life’s pleasures.

This shows that perseverance and resilience does pay off and that if you continue to stay the course with your goals you will receive the rewards for your efforts. So the Nine of Pentacles shows that a combination of believing in yourself and commitment leads to success as well as personal growth, confidence and empowerment.

Therefore, when the Nine of Pentacles comes up in a reading it can mean that your rewards will have been worth the effort and that you have the ability to attract abundance to yourself. Alternatively, the Nine of Pentacles can also represent things like working too hard, not taking the time to honor your successes and your sense of self-worth. Always look to the cards around it for clarification or to get a deeper meaning.

Upright

Independence, confidence, financial security, abundance, wealth, financial independence, self-sufficiency, self-reliance, luxury, fruits of your labor.

Reversed

Questioning your self-worth, feeling insecure, financial instability, not being paid what you’re worth, not taking the time to enjoy your successes, working too much.

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Four of Pentacles Tarot Card Meaning

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The Four of Pentacles is the fourth card in the pentacles suit in the minor arcana and represents greed, hanging onto something out of fear, materialism, fear of taking financial risks, saving money and control. The Four of Pentacles is represented by the number four which is connected to things like stability, structure, order and hard work.

The Four of Pentacles is connected to the element earth and the planet Saturn, as it’s associated with discipline, commitment, practicality and restriction. This card can represent the miser or an energy of not wanting to spend money out of fear, materialism and/or greed.

The Four of Pentacles represents a situation where you may be hanging onto something too tightly as you may feel like it gives you a sense of security. Although what this is really doing is preventing growth from occurring which can hold you back from developing, leveling up or evolving in some way.

The Four of Pentacles Meaning

This card can be a double-edged sword because it shows an ability to be good with saving money but it can also show greed and a fear of spending money. The Four of Pentacles also represents a fear of letting go and trying to control everything around you.

The image on the card shows a man sitting on a chair possessively holding onto a coin as if he’s afraid of losing it. There are also two coins under his feet and one on top of his head showing how attached he is to his money. He is seated outside of town representing how his intense focus on money has separated him from his relationships with others.

So the Four of Pentacles can represent fear around your sense of security and ability to provide for yourself. This card also signifies holding back when it comes to investing your energy and resources and being greedy with what you contribute. This can apply to many areas of your life such as your finances and spending habits but also your relationships with others.

Therefore, when the Four of Pentacles comes up in a reading it represents a need to utilize your resources wisely but to also have balance so that you don’t go into extremes. Alternatively, the Four of Pentacles can also represent things like a need to be conservative with your spending, letting money control you and a financial loss. Always look to the cards around it for clarification or to get a deeper meaning.

Upright

Greed, materialism, preventing growth from occurring, hanging on out of fear, stability, control, creating wealth, fear of taking financial risks, security.

Reversed

Letting money control you, lack mentality, overspending, not saving or investing your money, no financial plan, loss of financial control, self-protection.

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Three of Pentacles Tarot Card Meaning

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The Three of Pentacles is the third card in the pentacles suit in the minor arcana and represents teamwork, a collaborative effort, working towards a shared goal and apprenticeship. The Three of Pentacles is represented by the number three which is connected to things like communication, creativity, socializing and self-expression.

The Three of Pentacles is connected to the element earth and the planet Saturn, as it’s associated with discipline, commitment, integrity and doing things the right way. This card can represent working with a team of people and the need for cooperation in order for things to run smoothly.

The Three of Pentacles represents a situation where you may be working with others or where other people are involved. This card can also symbolize a need for harmony and integrity in your interactions with others so that you can reach a successful outcome.

The Three of Pentacles Meaning

This card can represent a role that you will need to fill in a situation with other people in order to achieve a shared goal or outcome. The Three of Pentacles also represents learning and can symbolize apprenticeship or something that you’re in the process of learning.

The image on the card shows three people working in a church and each person is filling a specific role. One person is working on the construction of the church and two other people are handling the design plans. This shows the importance of the need to work harmoniously so that the church will be built safely and correctly.

So the Three of Pentacles can represent situations which involve interactions with others and the role that each person will fill. This card also signifies the role you’re playing and your responsibility when it comes to how to best act in that role in order to bring about a successful outcome.

Therefore, when the Three of Pentacles comes up in a reading it represents the different needs, roles, skills and responsibilities of each person in a situation. Alternatively, the Three of Pentacles can also represent things like a lack of teamwork in a group, a third party situation or being on a different page with others. Always look to the cards around it for clarification or to get a deeper meaning.

Upright

A harmonious collaboration, working towards a shared goal, apprenticeship, working with others, learning, teamwork, having a role to fill.

Reversed

A lack of teamwork, a group of people who are not in harmony, no one being on the same page, not implementing what you’ve learned, working independently.

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Strength Tarot Card Meaning

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The Strength card is the ninth card in the major arcana and represents inner strength, taming the beast, courage and personal power. Strength is represented by the number eight as it’s connected to energies of success, achievement, drive, motivation and leveling up. The number eight represents abundance, ambition, accomplishment and determination.

Strength is connected to the element of fire and the zodiac sign Leo, as it’s associated with courage, resilience, leadership and endurance. This card can also act as a reminder to remain strong on your path, as you have the ability to persevere.

This card is connected to the Sun which represents vitality, energy, identity, ambition and drive. Because of this, Strength can also be connected to things like your personal power and the solar plexus chakra which is the seat of your will and personal power.

Strength Meaning

This card represents a need to get in touch with your inner strength and resilience in order to overcome the challenges life throws at you and to not give up. The image on the card shows a woman, with the infinity symbol above her head, who’s very bravely trying to tame a lion. 

This represents a need to tame your inner beast in order to maintain your power in a situation, so that your passion doesn’t end up controlling you. So the Strength card can symbolize a need to be strong in a situation because it may be something challenging which will require your ability to endure. 

Therefore, when Strength comes up in a reading it can show that you have the strength within to get through this and overcome any obstacles which are blocking your path. Alternatively, Strength can also represent things like pride, aggressive behavior and feeling disconnected from your power. Always look to the cards around it for clarification or to get a deeper meaning.

Upright

Taming the beast, inner strength, courage, stoicism, maintaining your power, taming your passions and desires, resilience, stamina, personal power, endurance.

Reversed

Feeling a lack of strength, not being disciplined with your instincts, feeling disconnected from your power source, acting overly aggressive.

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The Chariot Tarot Card Meaning

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The Chariot is the eighth card in the major arcana and represents movement, following your inner compass, being in charge of your own destiny and willpower. The Chariot is represented by the number seven as it’s connected to energies of seeking, transition, reflection and being in your power. The number seven represents intellectual thinking, spirituality, intuition and seeking knowledge.

The Chariot is connected to the element of water and the zodiac sign Cancer, as it’s associated with the heart and following your inner compass or guiding force in life. This card can also represent that you are in the driver seat of your own life and have the power to make the best choices for yourself and that you’re moving towards success.

This card is connected to the Moon which represents emotions, intuition, cycles and feminine energy. Because of this, the Chariot can also be a message to take your feelings into consideration when it comes to the choices you’re making, as your heart will be communicating what’s truly important to you.

The Chariot Meaning

This card represents that you have made a decision on which choice to make or which path to follow and now you’re taking action to move towards this. The image on the card shows a person standing in a chariot which is led by two sphinxes, one black and one white, both of which are looking in opposite directions.

In the card, the person is depicted as a warrior wearing armor and holding a scepter, as if his word and willpower alone will make the sphinxes drive the chariot. So the Chariot can symbolize your willpower in a situation and that you have the power to take control of your destiny and steer your chariot in a direction that feels meaningful or right to you. 

Therefore, when the Chariot comes up in a reading it can show that you are in the process of moving in a direction in your life which may hold much meaning for you and is aligned with your heart and inner compass. Alternatively, the Chariot can also represent duality, a change of direction or knowing that you’re ready for change but not knowing which direction to go in. Always look to the cards around it for clarification or to get a deeper meaning.

Upright

Personal power, being in control of your destiny, moving forward, following your inner compass, determination to reach your goals, strength, willpower.

Reversed

Lack of direction, getting stuck in the decision-making process, loss of motivation, change of direction, obstacles, trying too hard to control things, duality.

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The Hierophant Tarot Card Meaning

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The Hierophant is the sixth card in the major arcana and represents tradition, commitment, higher wisdom, conventional institutions, spiritual guidance and structured organizations. The Hierophant is represented by the number five as it’s connected to energies of spiritual wisdom, insight and a higher power or authority. The number five represents change, freedom, challenge and broadening your horizons. 

The Hierophant is connected to the element of earth and the zodiac sign Taurus, as it’s associated with traditional, structured commitments and institutions such as the church, court systems and things of this nature. This card can also represent a holy person, spiritual guide, mentor or guru who is guiding you through the many different twists and turns throughout life. 

This card is also connected to the planet Venus which represents values, love, abundance and creativity. Because of this the Hierophant can also be connected to things like a higher level of commitment when it comes to love, legally binding contracts and taking things to the next level when it comes to your higher-minded endeavors and goals.

The Hierophant Meaning

This card represents a higher spiritual power, authority and philosophy which stems from a long-established traditional system. The image on the card shows a person of spiritual authority sitting on a throne in an elevated position while two disciples kneel in sacred honor and reverence. 

In the card, the Hierophant is dressed in spiritual garb and has their hands up as if imparting wisdom upon those kneeling before them. So the Hierophant can symbolize someone who’s acting as a spiritual mentor, or the wise old sage, who is imparting their spiritual wisdom and philosophy upon you. 

Therefore, when the Hierophant comes up in a reading it can show that you’re being guided by a higher power and wisdom at this time, or that you may need to refer to a spiritual mentor or guru at this time. Alternatively, the Hierophant can also represent traditional belief systems, connecting with your higher-self and a period of spiritual study. Always look to the cards around it for clarification or to get a deeper meaning.

Upright

Traditions, higher level of commitment, religious belief system, spiritual wisdom, spiritual teacher or guru, mentor, following the tried and true method.

Reversed

Forging your own path based on your inner wisdom, going against traditional norms, rejecting authority, questioning your beliefs and perspectives, rebelliousness.

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