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Six of Pentacles is one of the most talked-about cards in the deck — and no wonder.
Six of Pentacles upright
Generosity, giving and receiving, support, fairness, charity.
Six of Pentacles reversed
Strings attached, power imbalance, one-sided giving, debt, self-neglect in giving.
Keywords: generosity, giving and receiving, support, fairness, charity
The classic reading (Waite, 1911)
- Upright: Presents, gifts, gratification; another account says attention, vigilance; now is the accepted time, present prosperity, etc.
- Reversed: Desire, cupidity, envy, jealousy, illusion.
The Pictorial Key to the Tarot is the oldest layer of the card — modern readers soften and expand these meanings.
Golden Dawn correspondences
- title The Lord of Material Success
- Decan Moon in Taurus
- planet Moon
- zodiac Taurus
- decan 10–20
Fortune telling with Six of Pentacles
- When you need help, ask for it
- Remember, though: what you receive may be limited by what you've given to others in the past
The light and the shadow
In its light, Six of Pentacles: Giving time, money, or effort to a charity Taking part in a group effort Lending your resources to others without expecting anything in return Making sure everyone is treated equally Working together toward a common goal Redistributing wealth, time, or attention Tithing Sharing credit for your success
The reversed trap of Six of Pentacles: Making a loan as a means of gaining control over someone Using charitable acts to draw attention to yourself Dividing work or resources unfairly Failing to do your part in a group effort Ignoring obligations and commitments
Questions to ask Six of Pentacles
- How do I feel about charity? About giving it? About receiving it?
- How can I know if I'm treating others fairly?
- What could I give that no one else can?
The extended portrait, upright
The Six of Pentacles represents generosity and sharing. You may find yourself in a position to give to those in need, whether that be financially or through your time and energy. This card also signifies the importance of receiving help when it is needed. Remember that it is okay to ask for assistance when you need it.
The extended portrait, reversed
When the Six of Pentacles is reversed, it can indicate a sense of imbalance in your giving and receiving. You may feel like you are giving too much and not receiving enough in return, or vice versa. This card can also signify selfishness and hoarding, so be mindful of how you are using your resources. It may be time to reassess your values and priorities.
Card details
- Arcana: Minor Arcana — pentacles suit
- Yes or no: a soft yes
- Published: August 14, 2026
Read Six of Pentacles in context
- Six of Pentacles — love meaning
- Six of Pentacles — career meaning
- Six of Pentacles — money meaning
- Six of Pentacles — yes-or-no verdict
- Six of Pentacles reversed, in full
Six of Pentacles in combinations
- Six of Pentacles and Queen of Wands
- Six of Pentacles and Queen of Pentacles
- Six of Pentacles and Ten of Pentacles
- Six of Pentacles and Three of Pentacles
The wider web of symbols
The older systems read as one web, and this one has clear ties: Taurus — card of the Taurus decan.