Symbolism
The King sits on a throne decorated with bulls, surrounded by grapevines and flowers. He holds a pentacle and a scepter, and a castle stands behind him. His robe is embroidered with grapes. The card shows prosperity, earned and enjoyed.
King of Pentacles upright
The King of Pentacles has built success through hard work and wisdom. He is reliable, generous and enjoys the comfort he has created. Use his energy to make solid decisions and to share your abundance.
King of Pentacles reversed
Reversed, the King of Pentacles warns of materialism, stubbornness or focusing only on money. Remember what success is for.
Reversed keywords: materialism, stubbornness, greed.
King of Pentacles in love and relationships
A stable, protective partner and long-term security.
King of Pentacles in love: feelings, reversed, yes or no →
King of Pentacles at work and in your career
Leadership, business success and professional stability.
King of Pentacles and money
Stability, and sensible management of what you already have rather than chasing more.
Is King of Pentacles a yes or no card?
Upright, the King of Pentacles is a yes. Reversed it is a maybe: don't let money be the only measure.
King of Pentacles in a spread
In the past position it points to where this began: material success, stability and responsibility. That earlier chapter still colors the situation now.
In the present position it names the energy around you right now: success, security, generosity.
In the future position it shows where things are heading if nothing changes, and what you can do about it: use your success to build something good for others too.
The card’s advice
Use your success to build something good for others too.
Pentacles: Earth: money, work and the body.
Frequently asked questions
What does King of Pentacles mean in tarot?
The King of Pentacles has built success through hard work and wisdom. He is reliable, generous and enjoys the comfort he has created. Use his energy to make solid decisions and to share your abundance.
Is King of Pentacles a yes or no card?
Upright, the King of Pentacles is a yes. Reversed it is a maybe: don't let money be the only measure.
What does King of Pentacles reversed mean?
Reversed, the King of Pentacles warns of materialism, stubbornness or focusing only on money. Remember what success is for.
What does King of Pentacles mean in love?
A stable, protective partner and long-term security.