Card Basics
- Card Name: Six of Pentacles
- English Name: Six of Pentacles
- Suit: Pentacles (Coins)
- Number: 6
- Element: Earth
- Keywords: Charity, Fairness, Giving, Receiving, Balance, Mutual Aid
Card Symbolism
Key Symbolic Elements
Merchant with Scales The wealthy merchant holding scales symbolizes fairness and justice. It represents the wisdom to measure the balance between giving and receiving and make appropriate judgments.
Giving to the Poor The merchant giving coins to poor people represents the spirit of charity and compassion. It shows the spirit of sharing material wealth with others.
Six Pentacles The six pentacles arranged on the scales symbolize perfect balance and harmony. The number 6 represents harmony and completeness, showing the perfect balance between giving and receiving.
Kneeling People The people kneeling before the merchant represent humility and gratitude. They show the appropriate attitude when receiving help and gratitude for assistance.
Upright Meaning
Basic Meaning
- Spirit of Charity: Compassion and support for others
- Fair Exchange: Equal and just transactions
- Balance: Equilibrium between giving and receiving
- Mutual Aid: Spirit of helping each other
- Grateful Heart: Gratitude for received benefits
Interpretation in Different Areas
Love & Relationships
- Mutual Support: Supporting each other with partner
- Fair Relationship: Balance between giving and receiving
- Compassion: Deep compassion and consideration for the other person
- Expressing Gratitude: Gratitude for love and support
- Harmonious Relationship: Equal and harmonious relationship
Work & Career
- Teamwork: Cooperation and support with colleagues
- Fair Evaluation: Appropriate evaluation according to results
- Guidance and Support: Guiding juniors and subordinates
- Network: Professional networks that support each other
- Social Contribution: Contributing to society through work
Health & Lifestyle
- Health Management: Balanced lifestyle habits
- Professional Advice: Support from medical professionals
- Family Support: Health support from family
- Health Investment: Appropriate investment in health maintenance
- Preventive Medicine: Disease prevention and health maintenance
Money & Material Matters
- Charitable Activities: Donations and volunteer activities
- Fair Transactions: Buying and selling at appropriate prices
- Investment Diversification: Risk-diversified investment
- Sharing Wealth: Sharing wealth with family and those in need
- Economic Stability: Balance between income and expenditure
Reversed Meaning
Basic Meaning
- Unfairness: Unequal transactions or relationships
- Selfishness: Pursuing only one’s own interests
- Dependence: Excessive dependence on others
- Condescension: Attitude of showing off giving
- Imbalance: Imbalance between giving and receiving
Warnings and Advice
- Emphasize Fairness: Build equal and just relationships
- Express Gratitude: Appropriate gratitude for received benefits
- Promote Independence: Escape from excessive dependence
- True Motivation: Confirm true motivation when giving
Deeper Meaning and Philosophy
Wisdom of Interdependence
The Six of Pentacles teaches that we are beings who depend on each other. True abundance comes from sharing and supporting each other.
Law of Circulation Giving and receiving are like the law of circulation in nature. Just as river water flows to the sea and becomes clouds that rain again, abundance continues to circulate.
Practice of Compassion
This card shows the practical expression of compassion and kindness. True compassion is supporting others while respecting their dignity, without expecting anything in return.
Wisdom of the Middle Way Like the middle path philosophy in Buddhism, there is a balanced path between extreme selfishness and extreme self-sacrifice. It’s important to learn appropriate ways of giving and receiving.
Practical Reading
Interpretation Guide in a Reading
When it appears as the current situation: The querent is in a situation where the balance between giving and receiving is maintained. They are building harmonious relationships with their surroundings and are in an environment of mutual support.
When it appears as a future outcome: This is a sign that fair and harmonious relationships will be built. Through the balance of giving and receiving, sustainable success will be achieved.
When it appears as advice:
- Value compassion and support for others
- Build fair and equal relationships
- Maintain balance between giving and receiving
- Live with a grateful heart
Combinations with Other Cards
Six of Pentacles + Justice Perfect fairness and balance. Shows just results in legal matters or contracts.
Six of Pentacles + Temperance Perfect combination of harmony and balance. Represents moderate and healthy equilibrium in all relationships.
Six of Pentacles + The Sun The happiness of giving with joy. Shows deep satisfaction gained through charitable activities or support.
Six of Pentacles + The World Complete mutual aid and harmony. Represents the achievement of ideal balance in all relationships.
Meditation and Spiritual Work
Meditation with the Six of Pentacles
- Preparation: Place the Six of Pentacles card in front of you in a quiet place
- Breathing: Deep breathing conscious of harmony and balance
- Visualization: Image of supporting and sharing with others
- Sensation: Feel the joy of giving and receiving
- Intention: Set intentions for fair and harmonious relationships
- Gratitude: Express gratitude for received benefits and opportunities to give
Affirmations
- “I maintain balance between giving and receiving”
- “I value compassion and support for others”
- “I build fair and equal relationships”
- “I live with a grateful heart and share benefits”
Daily Practice
Charitable Activities Regularly participate in donations and volunteer activities to contribute to society.
Consciousness of Fairness Emphasize fairness and equality in all relationships.
Expressing Gratitude Appropriately express gratitude for received benefits and support.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When the Six of Pentacles appears, how should I balance giving and receiving?
A: Please keep the following balance in mind:
- Appropriate Boundaries: Provide support within limits that don’t strain yourself
- Respect for Others: Support methods that respect the other person’s dignity
- Accepting Gratitude: Honestly accept support from others
- Consciousness of Circulation: Understand the natural circulation of giving and receiving
Q: How should I deal with the reversed Six of Pentacles?
A: Ways to handle the reversed position:
- Confirm Motivation: Review true motivation when giving
- Restore Fairness: Correct unequal relationships
- Express Gratitude: Appropriate gratitude for received benefits
- Promote Independence: Escape from excessive dependence
Q: What does the Six of Pentacles mean in work?
A: Meaning of the Six of Pentacles in work:
Upright position:
- Cooperation and support in teams
- Fair evaluation and treatment
- Opportunities for guidance and mentoring
- Workplace environment where people support each other
Reversed position:
- Unfair treatment or evaluation
- One-sided relationships or dependence
- Condescending attitude
- Lack of teamwork
Q: What does the Six of Pentacles mean in love?
A: Interpretation of the Six of Pentacles in love:
- Mutual Support: Supporting each other with partner
- Fair Relationship: Balance between giving and receiving
- Compassion: Deep compassion and consideration for the other person
- Expressing Gratitude: Gratitude for love and support
- Harmonious Relationship: Equal and harmonious relationship
Summary
The Six of Pentacles is a card expressing the balance between giving and receiving. Important messages from this card:
- Mutual Support: The importance of the spirit of helping each other and mutual aid
- Fairness: Building equal and just relationships
- Grateful Heart: Gratitude for received benefits and humility
- Balance: Appropriate equilibrium between giving and receiving
The Six of Pentacles shows the importance of building harmonious relationships with others and sharing abundance in an environment of mutual support. True abundance comes from sharing and supporting each other.
Next Steps
To learn more about the Six of Pentacles:
- Seven of Pentacles - Next developmental stage
- Five of Pentacles - Previous stage
- Minor Arcana Index - An overview of all Minor Arcana cards
- Practical Reading Guide - A practical guide to reading the cards