A BEGINNERS INTRODUCTION TO TAROT SUITS

BY MISHA THOMPSON

# Name Upright Reversed

A Ace of Swords Breakthroughs, new ideas, mental clarity, success

II Two of Swords Difficult decisions, weighing up options, an impasse, avoidance

III Three of Swords Heartbreak, emotional pain, sorrow, grief, hurt

IV Four of Swords Rest, relaxation, meditation, contemplation, recuperation

V Five of Swords Conflict, disagreements, competition, defeat, winning at all costs

VI Six of Swords Transition, change, rite of passage, releasing baggage

VII Seven of Swords Betrayal, deception, getting away with something, acting strategically

VIII Eight of Swords Negative thoughts, self-imposed restriction, imprisonment, victim mentality

IX Nine of Swords Anxiety, worry, fear, depression, nightmares

X Ten of Swords Painful endings, deep wounds, betrayal, loss, crisis

P Page of Swords New ideas, curiosity, thirst for knowledge, new ways of communicating

KN Knight of Swords Ambitious, action-oriented, driven to succeed, fast-thinking

Q Queen of Swords Independent, unbiased judgement, clear boundaries, direct communication

K King of Swords

Mental clarity, intellectual power, authority, truth

Inner clarity, re-thinking an idea, clouded judgement

Indecision, confusion, information overload, stalemate

Negative self-talk, releasing pain, optimism, forgiveness

Exhaustion, burn-out, deep contemplation, stagnation

Reconciliation, making amends, past resentment

Personal translation, resistance to change, unfinished business

Imposter syndrome, self-deceit, keeping secrets

Self-limiting beliefs, inner critic, releasing negative thoughts, open to new perspectives

Inner turmoil, deep-seated fears, secrets, releasing worry

Recovery, regeneration, resisting an inevitable end

Self-expression, all talk and no action, haphazard action, haste

Restless, unfocused, impulsive, burn-out

Overly-emotional, easily influenced, bitchy, cold-hearted

Quiet power, inner truth, misuse of power, manipulation

A BEGINNERS INTRODUCTION TO TAROT SUITS

BY MISHA THOMPSON

The Meanings Of The Suit Of Pentacles

The Suit of Pentacles in Tarot Cards deals with the external level of consciousness and therefore mirrors the outside situations of your existence. They often mirror your quality of work, health, creativity, and finances. The suit of Pentacles has to do with what you make of the situations around you, and how it’s created, grown, shaped, and transformed.

The suit of Pentacles is associated with one’s self-esteem and self-image, as well as your ego. This suit is also associated with the element of Earth. Earth is similar in existence to how you interact with the world around you. Both are a tangible thing. Both earth and the way you interact with the world are shaped by time. Earth is stable, supportive, and grounded. The element of earth is very receptive. It’s a feminine energy that takes in situations and allows you to grow as a result of your experience. In a deck of playing cards, the suit of Pentacles corresponds to the suit of Diamonds.

What Do The Pentacles Tarot Cards Mean In A Reading?

When reading Tarot cards, if you identify a card of the suit of Pentacles, its meaning will be associated with the material aspects of life. These include trade, property, work, business, money, and other material possessions. The suit of Pentacles represents realization, prosperity, manifestation, and proof.

Some negative aspects of the suit of Pentacles include greed, being possessive, being overly materialistic, unable to effectively manage your finances, and being too focused on your career to succeed in other aspects of your life. Overall, the suit of Pentacles is a reminder to ground yourself and to adjust your priorities to what is truly important.

It is common in Tarot for the suit of Pentacles to represent the astrological signs of Earth–Capricorn, Virgo, and Taurus. In Tarot readings, when you see a Pentacles Court card, its meaning will often relate to a person who is of an earth astrological sign. Generally, the suit of Pentacles finds people who are career driven, practical, generous, and down to earth. They are typically more someone who enjoys the tangible world. They like to experience the world around them through their senses.

What Does It Mean When A Tarot Reading Is Mostly Pentacles Tarot Cards?

If a Tarot reading is predominantly made up of the suit of Pentacles, that means you are seeking solutions to what are primarily concerns with work and your career, material conflicts, and financial matters.