Thursday, January 26, 2012

Tarot Card Symbolism: The Page of Pentacles of the Minor Arcana

The Page of Pentacles of the Minor Arcana of the Tarot is the eleventh card of the Suit of Pentacles. It follows the Ten of Pentacles. It is the embodiment of taking on more responsibility. In some decks, this card is called the Princess of Pentacles.

The Symbolism of the Page of Pentacles Tarot Card

This card is represented by a fine young man dressed in fine clothing. He is standing in a field of green with mountains in the background. In his raised hands, he is cupping a golden pentacle, cradling it as if it were the most precious thing in his world. His gazes upon it with tenderness.

The General Interpretation of the Page of Pentacles Card

When appearing in a spread, this card implies a possible change in a work or employment situation. This could either be good or bad, the Page of Pentacles is not specific on this point. It could mean that a new job is gained, or a promotion earned. However, this card could also indicate a job loss, or a demotion of some kind.

Sometimes, this card indicates the leaving of a job or career in order to pursue additional education. If an individual has been considering this option, the Page of Pentacles encourages this path.

The Inner Meaning of the Page of Pentacles in Tarot

The Page of Pentacles is the image of a growing and responsible child. As a court card, it may represent either an actual person or a situation. Often this card is both at the same time. As a person, it may be a child who is highly intelligent and willing to move in new directions.

This child is likely representative of a student of some kind, for the Page of Pentacles is the card of the student. This person is studious and responsible, and certainly willing to work hard for what they want. He or she is enthralled by the idea of learning, and is always looking to expand their own base of knowledge.

As a situation, this card implies that the time is near to accept new responsibilities, in whatever form they may take. This might be in a change of career or beginning a program of study. Less commonly, it might mean the commitment, or recommitment, to family.

The Knight of Pentacles follows this card. The Page of Pentacles is the first court card of the Suit of Pentacles.

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