Tarot Card Symbolism: The Four of Pentacles Reversed

For the Tarot reader who interprets upside down cards as having reversed meanings, the Four of Pentacles in its reversed position indicates that a cash flow problem might arise and money will be tight for a while. You are probably best served by finding things to do that do not require much money. Get creative if you have to.

Remember that you don't have to read cards as reversed. You can simply turn any upside down cards so they are upright. Whichever method you choose, be consistent. You'll only confuse yourself and your cards if you switch back and forth.

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

The Four of Pentacles of the Minor Arcana of the Tarot is the fourth card of the Suit of Pentacles. It follows the Three of Pentacles. It is the embodiment of hoarding and a resistance to sharing.

The Symbolism of the Four of Pentacles Tarot Card

This card is represented by a well-dressed man sitting upon a stone bench. Upon his head he wears a golden crown, though he is no king. Above this crown is a golden pentacle. He holds a second pentacle clasped tightly in his hands. The third and forth pentacles are beneath his feet. It is obvious he does not intend to share his treasures.

The background is a typical cityscape. However, the ground upon which he sits is barren of everything and anything. The sky is equally bleak.

The General Interpretation of the Four of Pentacles Card

When appearing in a spread, this card implies a great love of material wealth. The individual who draws this card is likely one who takes great pride in their possessions and accumulated wealth. While this isn’t necessarily a bad thing, it can be irritating to friends and family.

While the Four of Pentacles suggests a love of material wealth, it does not mean that the individual who draws this card actually possesses material wealth. Rather, it is a card relating more to the person than the situation. The person is a lover of wealth, and will pursue the prospect of acquiring this wealth with great determination.

The Inner Meaning of the Four of Pentacles in Tarot

The Four of Pentacles is the image of selfishness and greed. It is likely that the individual hoards many things of value. He or she also has no intention of sharing. Once he or she has something in their possession, they never let it go; it's simply not in their nature.

This card does not say that this is a negative trait – at the moment. While the individual may benefit from a little less selflessness, the Four of Pentacles also suggests that hoarding may actually be a good thing in the present situation. Sometimes, this card will turn up in a spread right before an individual takes a significant loss in income, so being thrifty might be a wise action. However, it is important that this hoarding not have a negative impact on others.

The Five of Pentacles follows this card.

Tarot Card Symbolism: The Three of Pentacles Reversed

If you are one of the many Tarot readers who chooses to read upside down cards as having reversed meanings, the Three of Pentacles in its reversed position indicates that a decent and well-paid job may be offered to you. This card is also often linked to property matters. In many cases, it refers to both of these situations because an increase in earnings helps you to improve your home or to find a better place to live.

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

The Three of Pentacles of the Minor Arcana of the Tarot is the third card of the Suit of Pentacles. It comes after the Two of Pentacles. It is the embodiment of achieving perfection through hard work.

The Symbolism of the Three of Pentacles Tarot Card

This card is represented by the interior of a stone building. It may be a church, chapel, or temple; the location is rather unclear. The stonework on this building is beautiful, with archways and decorations that draw the eye. Three pentacles are a part of the stonework.

A man stands upon a bench, and it is likely that he is the mason who has just finished the work on this building. On the ground stand two people, who appear to be admiring his handiwork. They are impressed with the artistic skill it must have taken to produce such beauty.

The General Interpretation of the Three of Pentacles Card

When appearing in a spread, this card implies the mastery of a skill or trade. The Three of Pentacles can really apply to any line of work. It simply means that one has become particularly good at a given profession. This may not necessarily be the chosen career of the individual who draws this card. It might, instead, refer to a hobby or second job. The important thing to realize is that this card indicates that a skill has been well-mastered.

The Inner Meaning of the Three of Pentacles in Tarot

The Three of Pentacles is the image artistic ability. The individual who draws this card is often highly artistic, even if they do not yet realize this talent. This can refer to many kinds of artistic expression; writing, carving, and painting are just a few examples. This card suggests that the individual should begin exploring this artistic ability.

The idea of dignity may also be represented by the Three of Pentacles. The dignity implied by this card is usually a result of some kind of rise in rank or power. This could be a promotion or pay raise at a career or job, or it may refer to an advancement in skill in relation to a hobby. The Three of Pentacles also carries a warning, reminding the individual who draws this card to avoid allowing a rise in rank or power to ‘go to one's head.’

The Four of Pentacles follows this card.