Archetype
The Six of Pentacles represents a proud person who reserves the right to decide whom to gift and whom to leave penniless. This can refer not only to material matters. The person decides whom to pay attention to, whom to befriend, whom to love, and with whom to share knowledge.
However, the main message of the arcana is generally positive. It is associated with all aspects of giving and receiving. This card signifies financial prosperity, gifts of fate, and cash flow, and its appearance in a spread is a good sign.
Symbolism of the Card
The image on the Six of Pentacles in the Waite deck accurately conveys the meaning of the card: wealth, charity, helping those in need, generosity. In the picture, we see a person with scales (a symbol of fair distribution), giving coins to a woman kneeling in prayer for help. However, this does not mean he gives exactly what the scales show—the card signifies that everyone gets what they deserve.- The Rich Man. Unlike the person on the Four of Pentacles, this man cannot be called greedy. He calmly gives his money to less fortunate people. He does not wear a crown, but his headgear gives him more real power than the self-proclaimed king on the Four of the same suit.
- Blessing Gesture. The hand with which the rich man gives coins is in a gesture of blessing. This shows how much his generosity means to the supplicants. It refers to Christ's teachings: "Sell all your possessions and give to the poor."
- The Supplicants. Each of us has been in the position of both the rich man and the supplicant. We have all benefited from the kindness of others. Whether we are currently in the position of the supplicant or not, the card reminds us to be grateful to those around us for their kindness.
Key Meaning
The key meaning of the Minor Arcana Six of Pentacles in Tarot is related to material stability and financial well-being. This card symbolizes practical skills, hard work, and a rational approach to finances.The Six of Pentacles is associated with the following keywords:
- finances, material well-being,
- confidence in the future,
- practical skills realization,
- stability,
- investments,
- hard work,
- reliability,
- pragmatism,
- responsibility.
The card indicates selfless help, and the inquirer can be either the giver or the receiver. You may receive a gift of fate in the form of someone's help or patronage, or you may become such a "gift" for someone.
General Meaning of the Card in the Upright Position
The Tarot card Six of Pentacles in the upright position almost always has a positive meaning. However, the nuances of interpretation will depend on whether the querent is the "giver" or the "receiver" in the context of the specific question.The card speaks of success and prosperity going hand in hand with generosity and charity. The querent will receive a reward, bringing professional satisfaction and a stable position.
The Six of Pentacles may hint that it’s time to do good deeds: fulfilling others' hopes, being kind and tolerant to those around you, and donating to those in need.
On an event level, the Six of Pentacles signifies a reward, success, a promising project, or a period of prosperity that comes after successfully passing a test.
If the question is directed towards professional activity, the card indicates the need for generosity and compassion towards others.
The querent can use their skills and resources to help others and receive gratitude and recognition in return. The card may also indicate the necessity of mentoring and sharing knowledge to help others achieve success in their career or business.
General Meaning of the Card in Reversed Position
The reversed Six of Pentacles symbolizes the downside of generosity – wastefulness. The appearance of this card in a spread indicates a high likelihood of financial losses due to the querent's carelessness or negligence.The positive aspects of generosity turn into financial recklessness and resource waste. The querent may lose not only materially but also emotionally, possibly due to jealousy or others' intrigues and manipulations.
The reversed Six of Pentacles can be interpreted as abuse of material advantage, excessive self-admiration, illegal earnings, financial pyramids, or other risky ways of easy income, greed, unprofitable investments, and unstable financial situations.
Moreover, in this position, the card warns that due to careless handling of money, the querent may become a victim of thieves, fraudsters, or simply envious people. Even if the reversed Six of Pentacles predicts profit, it is very dubious money – for example, a bribe or an expensive gift that imposes certain obligations.
The Meaning of the Card in Love in the Upright Position
In matters of love, the Six of Pentacles suggests that your current relationship can bring great benefits. Harmony and trust prevail, partners support each other, accept each other as they are, and are ready to listen and respect each other's opinions, loving selflessly. One partner may financially support the other, but this is done out of love, not for show.
If you are looking for love, the card suggests good prospects. It's a good time to go out and showcase yourself. Focus on giving rather than receiving, and you will meet people with similar mindsets and goals.
The Meaning of the Card in Love When Reversed
When the Six of Pentacles appears reversed in a love reading, it can indicate the following:- Instability in the relationship, with partners struggling to achieve financial stability, leading to distrust and tension in the union.
- Financial problems, inequality in resource distribution, and partners' fear of discussing financial issues.
- Lack of mutual support, especially in financial matters.
- Uneven distribution of energy in the couple. One partner constantly gives everything (both emotionally and materially), while the other only takes without giving anything in return.
Six of Pentacles as the Card of the Day
When the Six of Pentacles appears in the "Card of the Day" reading, its meaning can be interpreted as follows:- Upright position. Successful management of resources, profit, good news. A favorable day for financial matters and budget planning. Mutual support or partnership that helps achieve financial well-being.
- Reversed position. Possible financial turbulence, uncertainty, bad news. Unexpected expenses or difficulties in budget planning. Conflicts that may lead to financial problems. One might need to monitor their finances more carefully and avoid risky investments.
What the Six of Pentacles Warns About
The main warning from the Six of Pentacles is: what you give to the world will return to you threefold. Share your blessings and be kind to people, and the world will respond in kind. Choose to spread evil, and beware.
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