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King of Pentacles Tarot Card Meaning
King of Pentacles: The Earthly Emperor
Upright keywords
Wealth, business, leadership, security, discipline
Reversed keywords
Greed, materialism, corruption, poor judgment
Symbolism
The King sits on a throne carved with bulls, a symbol of earthy power and wealth. His robes are decorated with grapevines, signifying abundance. He holds a scepter of power and gazes at the pentacle in his hand, representing his mastery over the material world. His castle stands behind him, a testament to his achievements.
King of Pentacles upright meaning
The King of Pentacles is the master of the material realm. He represents the pinnacle of financial success, security, and worldly power achieved through discipline, hard work, and reliability. He is a provider, a shrewd businessman, and an enjoyer of the fine things in life that his labor has earned. This card signifies abundance, leadership in business, and the creation of a lasting, prosperous legacy.
You are at the height of your material success. The King of Pentacles is an adept leader in business and finance. Enjoy the abundance you have created through discipline and hard work.
King of Pentacles reversed meaning
Reversed, the King of Pentacles becomes greedy, overly materialistic, or corrupt. His focus on wealth becomes an obsession, leading him to make poor financial judgments or to use his power to exploit others. It can also signify financial instability, a fall from grace, or being stuck in a rigid and joyless routine.
Greed, materialism, or poor financial decisions. You may be making risky choices or are overly focused on wealth for its own sake.
King of Pentacles in a reading
How the card reads in each position of a past, present and future spread.
Past position
Upright: Your past business acumen and disciplined hard work have led to the material wealth and security you have achieved.
Reversed: A past greedy or risky financial decision has compromised your current security.
Present position
Upright: You are in a position of power and financial success. It is time to enjoy the abundance you have built and lead with a steady, reliable hand.
Reversed: You are currently at risk of making a poor financial choice based on greed. Or, your focus on material wealth is making you neglect other important areas of your life.
Future position
Upright: You are on the path to reaching the peak of your financial and career success. The future promises wealth, security, and a position of leadership in your field.
Reversed: A warning against making corrupt or overly risky business decisions in the future. Your success could be threatened by greed.