King of Pentacles
Pentacles • Card King
The King of Pentacles is the absolute master of material earth, representing worldly success, financial abundance, and the power of a successful provider.
Key Concepts
Upright
- • Wealth
- • Success
- • Abundance
- • Security
- • Reliability
Reversed
- • Greed
- • Stubbornness
- • Material loss
- • Unreliable
- • Stingy
Visual Symbolism
Throne Adorned with Bull Heads
Represent his connection to the sign of Taurus and his incredible persistence and stability in the material world.
Castle at His Back
Symbolizes the empire he has built. He is the king of his own domain and he has created a lasting legacy of security.
Flowers and Vines on His Robe
Show that his wealth is "alive" and growing. He is not just hoarding money, he is cultivating abundance.
Holding a Scepter and Pentacle
Represent his power to command resources and his absolute mastery over the tangible reality of his life.
General Interpretation
Upright
The King of Pentacles represents wealth, success, abundance, and security. He is a sign of professional power and the results of long-term reliability.
Reversed
Reversed, the King of Pentacles suggests greed, stubbornness, or material loss. You may be dealing with an unreliable or stingy person.
Specific Contexts
General Advice
The King of Pentacles is the "Provider card." He tells you that you have the power to manifest ultimate success. Be reliable, be practical, and build your empire. Financial mastery is within your reach.
💕 Love
Upright: A partner who is incredibly stable, successful, and supportive. The relationship is a "rock" that provides total security and a high quality of life.
Reversed: A partner who is "married to their work" or who uses their money to control the relationship. Can also signify a person who is very stubborn and rigid.
💼 Career
Upright: Reaching the top of your field, running a successful company, or achieving total financial independence. You are the "authority" in your professional world.
Reversed: Losing your professional reputation or suffering a major material loss due to greed or poor planning. You are struggling to maintain your empire.
✨ Advice
Upright: "Build your empire." Take the long-term view and focus on creating lasting security. Be reliable and practical in all your dealings. You are a natural leader.
Reversed: "Check your values." You are becoming too obsessed with money and status. Realize that true wealth includes your relationships and your integrity, not just your assets.
The Fool's Journey Note
The Fool meets a king whose castle glows in the sunset. He learns that the final stage of the journey is not reaching the end, but building something that will last.