Knight of Pentacles
This is the 2nd court card in the suit of Pentacles and it stands for security, stability, organizing, planning and being smart when it comes to money. Knight of Pentacles is the representative of slow, diligent and hard work, but also steady, well-earned and stable rewards.
The Knight of Pentacles [Upright]
This is the brightest yellow card in the Pentacle suit, with a strong contrast of blue, black and red.
Bright yellow background and pentacle represent financial safety and security; blue armor represents diligence, thoughtfulness and patience, whereas black represents hard work, focus on details and wisdom earned through experience.
There are strong red elements on the card (red (plowable) earth, horse’s harness and knights mail) and they represent the hard work and energy that went into creating this kind of financial stability and prowess.
The earth under the black horse is green, as well as the mistletoe leaves on his forehead represent the sturdiness and strength of this horse, meaning that this card stands for cleverness and cunningness when it comes to earning one’s money and being wise about it.
Knight of Pentacles Keywords [Upright]
- Reliable
- Stoic
- Diligent
- Patient
- Thought through
- Detail-oriented
- Committed
- Hard to fool
Knight of Pentacles Meaning [Upright]
Knight of Pentacles is the most inert one amongst the Knights; all the other Knights are on some kind of a mission or chase. Not Knight of Pentacles, no, this Knight prefers to stay in his castle surrounded by the fruits of his labor.
This card points towards saving, enjoying what you already have, thinking about the future and saving for the future. This is the card of a slow and deliberate movement toward a goal.
The energy of this card is equal to that of Mercury and Saturn in Taurus – good things come to those who work and patiently wait for their opportunity (and reward). This is the card of a gentleman with traditional values and views.
When this card comes up in a reading, you know you’re dealing with a wise accountant and someone who can’t be fooled when it comes to money.
Key Points – Love [Upright]
- In a love reading, Knight of Pentacles stands for someone who’s very smart, but very slow. Fine manners and gentlemanly behavior, but timid and in it for the long haul. If you’re impatient and want things to happen yesterday, this card is not a good omen for you as it represents someone who wants to take things slow, extremely slow.
- This can also represent an engagement and successful progress in romantic terms with someone who doesn’t share their emotions openly and directly.
Key Points – Money [Upright]
- Knight of Pentacles in a money reading is a great sign. It won’t bring you a large fortune, but it will bring you a steady income and a secure paycheck.
- It’s a very good omen if you’re wondering about a promotion or opening up your own “shop”. Slow and steady is the motto because slow and steady wins the race in the long run.
Key Points - Career [Upright]
- Knight of Pentacles in a career reading means that you’re steady but on the rise. Keep up your work ethic, your wits and your gallant charm about you, and you’ll get to some very high places.
- All in due time, of course. This is the card of slow and steady, not rushed and buzzed.
The Knight of Pentacles [Reversed]
Knight of Pentacles Keywords [Reverse]
- Stubborn
- Stuck in the old ways
- Workaholic
- Dull
- Boring
- Stingy
- Hardheaded
- Lonely
Knight of Pentales Meaning [Reverse]
Knight of Pentacles reversed points toward someone who is too inert and lonely. This is a card of someone who’s allowed oneself to succumb to one’s fear and paranoia. The politics of this card reversed is: no one can hurt you if you don’t let anyone get close.
A perfect association with this card reversed is Smaug – a big, sleepy dragon lying in his (golden) lair and always keeping one eye open for possible thieves and intruders. Although, who can dare to steal from a dragon (not counting Bilbo Baggins, of course)?
This is also a representation of arrogance – staying in one’s lane, meaning associating with only (other) rich and wealthy people, helping those who can provide favors in return, and not paying attention to what’s fair and morally just. A person stubborn as a mule and too focused on unimportant details.
Key Points - Love [Reversed]
- Knight of Pentacles reversed in a love reading means that you won’t get what you want, and definitely not in the near foreseeable future. It can mean that your love interest/partner cares more about the money and career than about you.
- Things are not progressing at all, they are at a stalemate, it will be more “profitable” not to waste your time and just give up, move on to greener pastures with a faster energy.
Key Points - Money [Reversed]
- Knight of Pentacles reversed in a money reading signifies that it’s time to take a vacation or some time off work.
- It can also mean that it’s time to think about your operating ways and to switch things up a bit, or at least refresh your approach towards a matter in order to gain a fresh influx of money.
Key Points - Career [Reversed]
- Reversed in a career reading, Knight of Pentacles can signify that you’re being too stubborn and hardheaded, or that you’re going in the wrong direction but you’re too proud and ambitious to admit it.
- Adversely, it can signify that you’re doing 3-man’s work and not being paid enough; you’re stuck in a dead-end job because you lack the courage to make necessary changes.
