The 6 of Pentacles In the 6 of Pentacles card, you see an apparently affluent nobleman in a red cloak over a blue striped tunic with two figures kneeling at his feet as though in supplication. He holds scales in his left hand, and his right hand appears to be dropping coins into the hands of one of the beggars. Arranged around his head are 6 large golden pentacles – coins.
The 6 of Pentacles

Overview and common meanings of The 6 of pentacles

The 6 of Pentacles symbolizes themes of generosity, charity, and balance.  This card represents the act of giving and receiving on both material and spiritual levels.  It signifies a time of sharing one’s resources and abundance with those in need, fostering a sense of harmony and fairness in relationships and situations, and encourages us to consider the power dynamics at play in our interactions, reminding us of the importance of giving and receiving with an open heart and a sense of equality.  Alternative names in varying decks are synergy, gratitude, breakthrough. 

Life is an echo.  What you send out, comes back. What you sow, you reap.

Zig Ziglar

Common Meanings

Typically, 6 of Pentacles indicates money coming from a bequest, or the ability to provide a financial boon to someone else.  The energy around this card is a gentle reminder that there is no shame in accepting help when you need it, particularly when done from a genuine desire to help.

In a career or financial reading, 6 of Pentacles suggests that if you are looking for new employment a mentor or employer is willing to take a chance on you in a position that will challenge you and allow you to sharpen your skills.  Financially it is also a message to be aware of whether you rely too heavily on others for your financial wholeness and an opportunity to vision ways in which to create stronger financial independence. 

In a reading with the emphasis on love or relationships, and you are seeking a new relationship, 6 of Pentacles can be a sign that you are going to be introduced to someone by a friend, family member, or coworker and that when the offer arrives, accept it.  In an established relationship, it is a good time to pay attention to whether there is an imbalance in love or energy put into the relationship, and what steps you can take to restore equity. 

The Many Faces of the 6 of Pentacles

The shadow side – or reversal – of the 6 of Pentacles can suggest an inability to hold on to money – either through carelessness, bad investments, or frivolous overspending.  It can also serve as a caution to be wary and pay attention to a potential hidden agenda (strings attached!) of a financial offer or charity.  Sometimes it is a call for the need for self-care when giving charitably to maintain the balance of giving and receiving.  It can also be indicative of the need for careful evaluation of your history and patterns around the flow of money in your life, or simply to just caution you to tread carefully if you are considering taking on more debt. 

Description

In the 6 of Pentacles card, you see an apparently affluent nobleman in a red cloak over a blue striped tunic with two figures kneeling at his feet as though in supplication.  He holds scales in his left hand, and his right hand appears to be dropping coins into the hands of one of the beggars.  Arranged around his head are 6 large golden pentacles – coins. 

Themes of The 6 of Pentacles

  • Appreciation
  • Charity
  • Compassion
  • Connection with your sphere – family and friends
  • Family
  • Financial harmony
  • Generosity
  • Gifts
  • Improvement in financial circumstances
  • Inheritance
  • Property
  • Wise Investments

The Number 6

The embodiment of the heart and love.   Emotional relationships, compassion, empathy, harmony, and support.  When associated with Pentacles, six magnifies stability with sensitivity, the ability to be generous without patronizing, and the grace to accept help when it is warranted or needed. 

Elements of the Card and Associated Symbolism

  • Beggars juxtaposed with the wealthy nobleman- necessity of both giving and receiving.
  • Blue striped tunic of nobleman – virtue of generosity
  • Coins in the air – the ongoing cycle of abundance –both giving and receiving.
  • Red cloak of nobleman- red is the color of energy and practicality.
  • Scales – the scales of mercy and justice, fairness and equality

Herbs for The 6 of Pentacles

  • Alfalfa – Luck, prosperity, and overall good fortune
  • Cedarwood – Luck, strength, healing.  Helps improve money and safety.
  • Comfrey – prosperity, physical and emotional healing, setting intention on manifesting long-term goals.
  • Daisy- abundance, joy, happiness, transformation
  • White Clover – restores vibration to an innate state of positivity and perfection

Questions that the 6 of Pentacles asks us

  • Am I being generous with my resources, time, and wisdom to those around me in need?
  • When a helping hand is offered, do I instinctively reject it out of pride or is it actually fear?

That is the 6 of Pentacles.  Wishing you a week in which you find that balance between giving and receiving that enriches your soul.  Thank you for reading, and, as always, please reach out with questions, comments, or to schedule a reading.  Please join me next week for the 7 Of Pentacles!