Tarot Card Symbolism: The Two of Pentacles Reversed

About half of all Tarot readers interpret cards appearing upside down in a spread as having reversed meanings. If you are one of these, the Two of Pentacles in its reversed position is a definite warning not to gamble or be reckless with money. Think before you commit your finances to anything. Otherwise, this card means much the same whether reversed or upright.

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

The Two of Pentacles of the Minor Arcana of the Tarot is the second card of the Suit of Pentacles. It follows the Ace of Pentacles. It is the embodiment of new and exciting projects that can be completed.

The Symbolism of the Two of Pentacles Tarot Card

This card is represented by a young man dressed in reds and browns. He appears to be dancing, and is balancing two pentacles, one in each hand.

The landscape is fairly plain, but there are some rolling hills in the background. The sky is blue and devoid of clouds.

The General Interpretation of the Two of Pentacles Card

When appearing in a spread, this card implies a time when money and energy are likely to be available for new and exciting projects. These projects could lead to a rewarding future, and it's said that these endeavors should be explored by the individual who draws this card.

However, this card suggests that these rewards will not manifest without hard work. The individual must be willing to put his resources to work, and take some risks. This often refers to the use of money. It is a ‘spending’ card, indicating that capital must be used to begin these projects. Hoarding resources will not result in success in this instance.

The Inner Meaning of the Two of Pentacles in Tarot

The Two of Pentacles is the image of fluctuation in material fortunes. This does not suggest loss, but rather the flow of material resources toward realistic goals; the drive toward these goals must be both grounded and channeled. ‘It takes money to make money,’ is an appropriate saying that's linked to this card.

This card demands flexibility, as is shown by the young man dancing in place. He must be willing and ready to put both money and energy to work. This often means the juggling and shifting of resources to ensure that they are used most effectively. This shifting often carries some risk, but it is almost always worth it in the end.

The Two of Pentacles is generally considered to be a positive card. Though it does suggest that one must be light-footed in financial and material matters, it also promises great rewards for those who can put the energy of this card to good use.

The Three of Pentacles follows this card.

Tarot Card Symbolism: The Ace of Pentacles Reversed

For those Tarot readers choosing to interpret upside down cards in a spread as having reversed meanings, the Ace of Pentacles in its reversed position is much the same as it is in its upright position. However, the financial improvement this card indicates may not be as great when reversed. Alternatively, the money you need will come along eventually, but it will be a little later than you'd hoped.

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

The Ace of Pentacles of the Minor Arcana of the Tarot is the first card of the Suit of Pentacles. It is the embodiment of energy and material achievement.

The Symbolism of the Ace of Pentacles Tarot Card

This card is represented by a hand emerging out of a cloud. This comes from seemingly nothing. The hand offers a single coin with a pentacle engraved upon it. The sky is devoid of color, but the landscape is lush and green, with a hedge in the background. There are also some flowers in the foreground.

The General Interpretation of the Ace of Pentacles Card

When appearing in a spread, this card implies material achievement. This is generally a result of using the boundless energy that is now available to the individual. This energy comes from the enthusiasm that occurs at the very beginning of a new journey.

The Ace of Pentacles often suggests the acquisition of money in one form or another. This is often through a legacy of some kind, often an inheritance, though not always. This card indicates the need to apply ingenuity and persistence to use these new resources effectively.

The Inner Meaning of the Ace of Pentacles in Tarot

The Ace of Pentacles is the image of a burst of new energy that can be used for material creation. This card brings success, as do all the Aces, but in the material world. The emotional, passionate, and intellectual journeys of Cups, Wands, and Swords have been made. It is time for a more materialistic phase of life.

Finally, this card also suggests that luck and fortune are deeply connected with success. While it is not dismissing perseverance and ingenuity, it is implying that luck has a deeper role to play than is often acknowledged. An individual should work hard for what they want, and try to be creative in the way they approach it, then trust in luck to play its part.

Putting faith in the idea of luck is not necessarily an easy thing to do. However, the Ace of Pentacles does promise that for those who persevere, luck will be with them. This card asks for a leap of faith, and this is almost never easy for the individual involved.

Following this card is the Two of Pentacles.