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The King of Pentacles Tarot Card Meaning

You have traveled the entire Suit of the Pentacles and have reached the place of pure mastery.

The King of Pentacles not only represents all that is abundant, but he controls the very idea of this part of life. He can create money and opportunity out of thin air; he needn’t convince himself or others that he is abundant. The universe knows of his power and bends to his will. He is a jolly man, funny, and welcoming. He is one who believes that everyone should be happy and abundant all of the time. When you have received the King of Pentacles in your reading you have a resourceful and dependable spirit. You are watchful with good instincts and you are a good leader. You tend to be ruled by the drive for stability and comfort, and this card is representative of a father and a provider kind of energy.

The image of the King of Pentacles as depicted by the Rider Waite deck shows the King holding a powerful scepter in one hand and in the other he holds his mighty pentacle, both symbolizing his Kingly powers. His robe has grapes emblazoned upon it as well as vines and he is surrounded by flowers, all of which are symbolic of his complete and utter oneness with the Earth and all Earthly energies.

You will have great success when the King of Pentacles blesses your reading because you have become a master of prosperity because you are determined to get far in your life. You have an undeniable desire to protect what is financially necessary. You are a friendly soul who is friendly as well as affectionate and can be of great help to others. Currently you are satisfied with your life and with your great achievements, you are able to slow down and relax as well as enjoy the fruits of your labor.

The King of Pentacles in Love

At this time in your life you are ready for love. You have spent a great amount of time perfecting the art of becoming secure emotionally as well as financially. You have what you need in life to be happy, but now you want to master the next element: that of long term relations with someone else. You no longer have the tolerance for the drama that a younger kind of love would offer, what you want is to be with someone more seasoned, who understands what life is really about. You want to be with someone who is able to love the great and simple pleasures of life. Lucky for you, the King of Pentacles is blessing the transit which you find yourself in. You will be successful in your endeavors. Have faith.

The King of Pentacles in Health

The King of Pentacles is a card of health and security; you are not going to need to be worried about bad health. If you have a concern that something is going wrong in your body, you will find at this time that it is a lot less stressful then you would originally think. If you are feeling an excess of disruption in your life then you will find the King of Pentacles will help you find the stability that you need to push through it. Look for messages from the Universe on dance classes you could take, or certain exercises you could do to re-strengthen your body.

The King of Pentacles in Work and Wealth

You are smart in financial matters because you have an eye for what is and isn’t working in the industry. The security of family is of the utmost importance, and now is a good time to be practical as well as generous. This King is a chief of industry, a banker. Usually this card is used to represent a stable married man or even a mathematician who is an amazing investor. Steady in temperament and not quick to anger.

Reversed King of Pentacles in a reading

When the King of Swords has appeared in your reading in the reversed position you must pay attention to the way that you feel when you reach a goal which eventually resulted in failure. There can be a lack of fulfillment or doubt. You feel that there is a psychic danger possible in your future, and you are worried about someone getting in the way of your success. Externally you appear to be successful and wealthy, but inside you are feeling afraid and frustrated. Keep your health in mind; make sure you are taking care of your immune system. Do not get stuck in a cycle of behaving like a hypochondriac. You have the full potential with the King of Pentacles to be as healthy and as abundant as you wish.

Upright

• Man over the age of 40
• Dark hair and eyes
• Finding happiness
• Seeing failures as winds
• Natural business person
• Great sense of humor
• Creating masterpieces
• Finding happiness
• Seeing failures as wins
• Natural businessman
• Natural businesswoman
• Great sense of humor
• Creating masterpieces
• Sharing success
• Sharing Wealth
• Being positive
• Being thankful
• Honest soul
• Naïve for love
• Well-informed
• Educated
• Emotional
• No self-expression

Reversed

• Feeling abused
• Underappreciated
• Noticing cowards
• Noticing abusive people
• Questioning intentions
• Feeling drained
• Feeling exhausted
• Changing old habits
• Applying changes
• Practicing Patience
• Practicing calmness

The Five Of Pentacles Tarot Meaning

The Five of Pentacles can be a very worrisome card when appearing in a reading as it shows that there is a loss, usually in financial matters.

The card reflects a loss of financial footing and often will appear at a time of dire need regarding stability in your life. When you see the Five of Pentacles and you are in a good place in your life be warned that there are likely hard times coming ahead. Being prepared for this can often stave off a bad situation and therefore it is a good idea to set your focus on the monetary and stabilizing forces in your life.

By simply looking at the Five of Pentacles you can tell that the card is one of loss and struggle. Two people, often interpreted as a parent and child, huddle closely while heading into the cold and snow. They appear to be outside of a church with five pentacle coins appearing in the stained glass window. Many people will focus on the negative card and allow an overwhelming emotional response to miss the obvious solution at hand. The church is right there, usually a safe haven for the poor or needy, yet the two individuals are still outside in the cold.

While the card does have definite negative connotations, there is also an offer of hope within the card itself. The Five of Pentacles tells you to remember that you simply need to open the door and ask for help in order to get back on your feet. If you are not experiencing this in your life yet, now is a great time to prepare yourself. However, if you are in the midst of conflict in your own life do not ignore the help that is available to you. It is likely that you may have to start over in all or some aspects of your life. Remember that through loss sometimes there are aspects of our lives that need to be purged. Foundations that were poor to begin will no longer hold you up. Relationships that are failing will leave you alone. You don’t have to be excited about the loss that you have experienced or are experiencing. That doesn’t mean that the loss is all bad either. Think of now as a way to focus on the basic needs for your existence and be sure that they are being met.

The Five of Pentacles in Love

When the Five of Pentacles shows up in a love reading it often will accompany feelings of abandonment, insecurity, or a general lack of attention. The card is not a mild card and usually hen it appears there is a serious need to look at all aspects of the relationship and to ensure that you are getting your base needs met. Sometimes the Five of Pentacles will show up when things are at their worst and because of this there is hope that it will get better but in what way is up to you. Ponder how you are really feeling about your relationship in a logical way. Try to separate yourself from the raw emotions relating to recent strife in your relationship and focus on the true root of the problem. Often you will not find that the relationship itself is not the problem but rather other areas, particularly work or money, are causing a strain that is bleeding into your relationship. Before starting a new relationship make sure that you have your finances sorted out and that you have time to really invest in a relationship. It may be best to focus on the more material aspects of your own life before you seek out a commitment with others.

The Five of Pentacles in Health

The Five of Pentacles can indicate failing health problems that are not responding to treatment as expected. Often the card comes when increased health issues are present and it is time to take a drastically different approach to your health. Be mindful that you are doing all you can to improve health and following doctor’s orders precisely.

The Five of Pentacles in Work and Wealth

Unfortunately, the Five of Pentacles is not a good card regarding wealth and work. Financial situations likely have taken a turn for the worse and the card will often show as a result or a warning to job loss. If you are seeking focus on work specifically now may be a good time to look at all of the options that you have and make sure that you are not putting all of your financial eggs in one basket. Regarding money specifically, the card carries negative aspects regarding loss. Failure regarding finance may be causing a great deal of stress, anxiety, and worry. Focus on the positive aspect of the card and seek help where you can find it. You may have to be creative right now to make monies stretch until you get through this rough patch. Be exceptionally careful about your spending habits or making large purchases at this time. If you do have an excess of income or savings stored up then it is imperative that you protect this money source and avoid making risky or frivolous spending choices at this time.

Reversed Meaning - Five of Pentacles

The negative feelings of the Five of Pentacles are relieved in the reversed position. Usually, it will come up after a hard time or also can indicate that you dodged a bullet financially or materially speaking. While hard times are behind you and there is a more positive energy around you, you still want to be careful that you avoid situations like this in the future. It is important to take time to really concentrate on how you are spending your money and ways to protect yourself financially. A common response to hardships that are represented with the Five of Wands are celebrating, however, you are not fully in the clear yet. Things are definitely turning around for you but you still have negative emotions or consequences that you need to clean up in your life. Focus on aspects of your life in which you can harvest security from, design back up plans for the future, and make sure you are creating a new and solid foundation that will not crumble.

Usually, there is a cycle of money issues surrounding this card. The card will come up in a reading in the upright position then appear later in the reversed manner and then eventually not show at all. If you do not correct your mistakes that first caused the financial strain then you will continue with the same loss pattern until you adopt healthier spending habits or more secure income sources. Ponder ways in which you can completely alter you path. Consider perhaps seeking out a new job, implementing new savings plans, or cutting back spending where you can on a long-term basis. The card calls not for a temporary solution. Now is a good time to revamp both the way you think about money and the way you save.

Upright Five of Pentacles Meanings in Keywords

• Darkness
• Accepting evil
• Feeling hated
• Hatred
• Witchcraft
• Mystery
• Uncertainty
• Impressing people
• Expanding views
• Changed perspective
• Emotional loss
• Possessiveness
• Hardships
• Unused power

Reversed Five of Pentacles Meanings in Keywords

• Paying off debt
• Taking risks
• Learning tricks
• Act smart
• Calculating moves
• Mastering magic
• Manipulation
• Honest approach
• Sneakiness
• Keeping secrets
• Bravery
• Courage
• Independence
• Powerful