The Queen of Pentacles of the Minor Arcana of the Tarot is the thirteenth card of the Suit of Pentacles. It follows the Knight of Pentacles. It is the embodiment of luxury and generosity.
The Symbolism of the Queen of Pentacles Tarot Card
This card is represented by a beautiful woman of approximately middle age; she is a mature woman. She is dressed in flowing robes of the highest quality, and she wears a golden crown upon her head. She is seated on a throne in the middle of a grassy glade which is filled with flowers. There is a mountain range in the background. This woman is obviously well-off.
The General Interpretation of the Queen of Pentacles Card
When appearing in a spread, this card implies the enjoyment of many luxuries. The person drawing this card is often someone who seeks out the finer things in life, and does all they can to improve their own financial situation so that these material things can be afforded. The Queen of Pentacles encourages this type of drive and dedication, for striving to improve one’s own lot in life is admirable.
This card is also one of generosity, for this person is more than willing to share their good fortune with others, if they deserve it.
The Inner Meaning of the Queen of Pentacles in Tarot
The Queen of Pentacles is the image of a mature and knowledgeable woman. 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 mature adult, either male or female, with a generous and wise personality.
It is important to realize that the person represented by this card is not necessarily a female. But this person will embody the more feminine qualities of the Suit of Pentacles, such as generosity in material and financial matters. This can be taken to extremes. This person is almost generous to a fault, giving of themselves without thought.
As a situation, the Queen of Pentacles can be representative of the need to be generous with both time and material things. This card encourages the individual to be selfless, to think of others before themselves. However, this is not to be done when someone does not deserve it.
The King of Pentacles follows this card. The Queen of Pentacles is the third court card of the Suit of Pentacles.
For anyone who reads Tarot cards appearing upside down in a reading as having reversed meanings, the Knight of Pentacles in its reversed position indicates that a man (or possibly a woman) will cost you money or let you down over a business matter. In addition, problems connected with work, business travel, and finances may arise.
The Knight of Pentacles of the Minor Arcana of the Tarot is the twelfth card of the Suit of Pentacles. It follows the Page of Pentacles. It is the embodiment of stubbornness and seriousness. In some decks, this card is called the Prince of Pentacles.
The Symbolism of the Knight of Pentacles Tarot Card
This card is represented by a well-appointed young knight seated upon a black horse. The pair of them stand unmoving, gazing out over the grassy landscape. It appears that, at the moment, the two of them have absolutely no intention of going anywhere, no matter the temptation. They remain exactly where they are. In his hands, the knight cups a golden pentacle, but his gaze goes far beyond, hardly acknowledging the treasure in his hand.
The General Interpretation of the Knight of Pentacles Card
When appearing in a spread, this card implies a time when one was set in his or her own ways. The individual who draws this card fully intends to maintain their own stance, whether or not it is truly justified. This person has no desire to ‘see the light,’ or be shown a different path.
The Knight of Pentacles suggests that it is perhaps time to accept that there are other methods, other ways of doing things and of seeing the world. It suggests that a change of perspective is not necessarily a negative thing.
The Inner Meaning of the Knight of Pentacles in Tarot
The Knight of Pentacles is the image of stubborn youth. 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 youth or young adult who is hard-working, but incredibly stubborn, and sometimes with a very limited view of the world.
This young man is serious about everything he does. He works hard to accomplish his material goals, often to the exclusion of more important matters. Sometimes, he ignores the emotional, intellectual, and passionate sides of his nature in an effort to achieve monetary gain. This leads to an unbalanced personality.
As a situation, the Knight of Pentacles is an indication of a time when one must consider altering ones opinion and behavior. It is quite possible that an individual has neglected many parts of his life due to his limiting worldview, and this card suggests that perhaps it is time to change that.
The Queen of Pentacles follows this card. The Knight of Pentacles is the second court card of the Suit of Pentacles.
For those people who interpret upside down cards appearing in a Tarot reading as having reversed meanings, the Page of Pentacles indicates that there may be a slight problem for a youngster who is around you. Alternatively, business or financial matters might be slightly disappointing. Be prepared with an alternate plan.
