Six of Pentacles
Six of Pentacles Tarot Card Meanings
UPRIGHT: Giving, receiving, sharing wealth, generosity, charity.
Upright Six Of Pentacles
You may be like the wealthy man in this card, sharing your wealth and abundance with others. You have accumulated great wealth and are now in a position to offer financial assistance to those in need. You give generously through charitable donations, tithing or fundraising and enjoy the good feelings associated with helping others. Even if you are not financially wealthy, you offer up your time, energy, love and support to those who are in need, knowing it will be appreciated. Giving of your time or your wisdom is often just as spiritually fulfilling as giving away money or gifts, and the intangible gift of your presence is received just as well, if not better. There may be times when you wonder if you can truly afford to give generously to others – and the wise advice of the Six of Pentacles is to trust that every contribution you make is valued and will come back to you threefold.
You may also be inclined to make a loan to someone on the premise that they will eventually pay you back once they are back on their feet. This is a loan built on trust and good faith, knowing that if you give something away, it will come back to you. Remember, though, that this exchange is more about a short-term fix and not a sustainable solution. So, think about how you can financially support your family or friends in a way that encourages them towards self-sufficiency.
On the other hand, you may be on the receiving end of other people’s generosity, accepting these gifts with gratitude. This will help you to get back on your feet and to eventually repay the charitable organisation or individual, either with your time or your restored wealth. You will also need to identify ways in which you can become more self-sufficient in the long run. The risk of accepting charity is that you become dependent on it and cannot look after yourself. Be mindful that you are not growing submissive or noticeably desperate as a result of the charity that someone else is providing you.
Finally, the Six of Pentacles is a card representing financial harmony. The amounts flowing in and out are in balance, and you are thankful for what you have and happy to share with others in need.
Upright Love Meaning:
Supportive relationship, generous lover
Kindness and generosity characterizes your relationship, with the 6 of Pentacles tarot love meaning. Your partner may be very supportive of you emotionally and financially as you are pursuing your goals. You may be going to school, or starting a new business venture, but perhaps a bit fearful on what the risk could do to your partnership. But you may find a happy surprise in your partner’s willingness to help you achieve that goal. Remember however, to keep the partnership balanced. Be giving and reciprocate to your partner in other ways, to show how much you appreciate them. In this way, your relationship thrives. If you’re single, you may find that you or another person’s generosity with energy, time or resources can lead to love.
Upright Career Meaning:
Mentor, being a valued employee, investors
If you draw the 6 of Pentacles in a work tarot spread, there may be a more senior person at your workplace that is ready to help you achieve your career goals. This mentor can be very generous with their time and their energy in helping you succeed, and attain more skills and a higher status within your career path. The 6 of Pentacles can also signal that your workplace puts a high value on your contributions. If you’re looking for a new job, this card can suggest that the changes will be even better than you expected. If you own your own business, this card can suggest investors, or folks that are willing to help you grow your business.
Upright Finances Meaning:
Financial support, donations
You’re likely to find much generosity within your community at the moment. If you’ve had a dream to start a project or a business, you may find many people willing to help you make this a reality. Go out and ask, pitch your idea, create a kick-starter campaign, tell people what you want to build. Your passion is likely to inspire others to help in whatever way they can. On the other hand, you may find that you’re in the position of giving others your material support right now. You may now be in a comfortable position where you can afford helping others.
Reversed Six of Pentacles Tarot Card Meanings
REVERSED: Self-care, unpaid debts, one-sided charity.
Reversed Six Of Pentacles
The Six of Pentacles reversed reminds you to make sure you are also giving to yourself. A little self-care will go a long way, especially if you have been in giving mode for a long time. Consider buying a little gift to show yourself appreciation for everything you’ve done; maybe a massage, a beautiful box of truffles, or simply write a love note to yourself to say ‘Thanks for everything’.
The Six of Pentacles reversed can suggest that while you are giving to others freely, they are not giving back in return. For example, you may lend money to a friend, but they don’t pay you back. Or you help someone out, but they fail to return the favour and show a lack of gratitude and appreciation. It’s a one-way street, and you may feel as if they are taking advantage of you. While you can’t change the other person’s response or force them to repay the favour (or the money owed), you can learn from the experience and decline to help in the future. Or, if you do decide to offer help again, suggest an alternative way to pay you back so there is still a healthy exchange of energy – perhaps they cook a meal for you or offer you a service in return.
If you are struggling yourself, be careful that you do not over-commit yourself to others who seek your help. You may have a tendency to spend or give away more than you can afford. While a generous spirit is a wonderful quality, you need to ensure that you are able to support yourself while helping others.
The Six of Pentacles reversed asks you to be mindful about taking on debt. You are prone to getting in over your head, and it may come back to bite you with increasing interest rates or personal threats if you are unable to pay it back in time.
An inverted Six of Pentacles sometimes reflects the selfish side of charity. Be careful that you are not trying to prove to others that you are generous because you can give to the poor or the needy. Aim to give selflessly rather than selfishly.
In a relationship reading, the reversed Six of Pentacles suggests that one partner is doing a lot of the taking but not a lot of the giving, thus creating inequality in the relationship. You need to be careful that your generous spirit is not being taken advantage of and that you are not always the one making compromises for your partner’s benefit.
Reversed Love Meaning:
Unfair power dynamics, taking advantage of love, controlling lover
Power dynamics and imbalances can create big problems within your relationship with the reversed 6 of Pentacles tarot love meaning. Should one partner always be giving and giving, and the other receiving, one person can feel taken advantage of and resentful, while the other can feel trapped and dependent. It is always important to maintain a level of independence and self-sufficiency in the relationship. The dynamics here must be corrected again in order for this relationship to become healthy. Those who are single may want to be wary of partners that create this power imbalance; avoid being too generous or too dependent on your romantic relationships.
Reversed Career Meaning:
Hidden agendas, quid pro quo, sucking up to bosses
Beware of people in your workplace that can seem helpful and generous, but may have hidden agendas. Someone may abuse their position of power, or offer you help. But these create the circumstances for feeling that you 'owe' them later on. They may ask you to do something at the cost of your honor. If you’re someone with power, remember to give your help without asking anything in return; you must have memories of what it was like when you were younger. If you’re someone that is receiving help, be sure not to abuse that help. Are you sucking up to someone whose position or status can aid you? This may be more obvious to others than you think. Avoid that temptation and remain honest with yourself and others.
Reversed Finances Meaning:
Lack of help, unfair loans, gifts with strings attached, resentment
If you’ve been looking for financial help, it may look bleak right now. It doesn’t seem like there are others that can offer you what you need. If you do find someone willing to help you, be cautious. Check that your loan terms are fair, or that gifts don’t come with strings attached. Otherwise, you may find yourself in bigger trouble than you are now. If you’re someone who is in the position to give, avoid feelings of resentment, or taking advantage of your financial comfort. Alternatively, you may be the one being taken advantage of; ensure that your financial assistance goes to who you want it to go to by giving it directly. Beware of scams that prey on kind hearts.