the TEN OF PENTACLES Tarot Card Meanings

the TEN OF PENTACLES Tarot Card Meanings

On many cards, we see a group of buildings in the distance. In the Ten of Pentacles, we finally arrived in that town, in the middle of the market. The family we see deals with the issues of everyday life. A patriarch, dressed in a luxurious robe, caresses his dogs while watching over younger generations. A man and a woman talk while their son plays at their feet. There are coins (money) in the air.

The Ten of Pentacles represents the ultimate material and worldly success. I sometimes jokingly call it the “fat cat” card because it reminds me of the aura of prosperity that surrounds wealthy men and women in business. This is the card you should see if you're wondering how your last company will turn out. Wealth and opulence are yours.

When we achieve material success, we naturally want it to last. This is the conservative and established side of the Ten of Pentacles. Why make waves when life is just fine as it is? In readings, this card often represents the convention: following established guidelines and maintaining the status quo. Big fish are rarely radical; they love tradition and the tried and true. Sometimes it's important to rely on known forms, but only when the change isn't advisable.

The Ten of Pentacles also relates to permanence. Change is an inevitable part of life, but constant change is uncomfortable. We need stability and the opportunity to work for a secure base in life. In the readings, this card may be telling you to focus on the long term. Work to find a lasting solution. Now may be the time to settle down and make whatever arrangements will work for you in the future.

The Ten of Pentacles also represents significant joint investments or financial decisions. In many ways, this card highlights the importance of “family” or collective businesses. We must preserve our legacy and collaborate with other people to build a house, a city, a country, etc.