The Six of Pentacles is the card of generosity. It's about giving, receiving and keeping the flow of abundance fair.
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What's on the Six of Pentacles card
A well-dressed merchant holds a set of balanced scales in one hand and drops coins into the outstretched hands of a kneeling beggar with the other. A second person kneels beside them, waiting. Six pentacles float above.
- The scales: fairness and balance in giving
- The coins: generosity and sharing
- The kneeling figures: need and receiving help
- The merchant: the power to give
Six of Pentacles upright meaning
Upright, the Six of Pentacles shows generosity. You may be giving help, receiving it, or both. It's about sharing what you have and keeping things fair.
A great card for charity, donations, gifts and repaying kindness.
Six of Pentacles reversed meaning
Reversed, the balance is off. There may be strings attached to a gift, debt, or one person always giving while the other always takes.
Look at the give and take in your life and restore fairness.
Not every reader uses reversals. If you don't, read the upright meaning and let the cards around it show whether the energy is flowing or blocked.
Six of Pentacles in love
Upright: A generous, balanced relationship.
Reversed: One-sided effort or a power imbalance.
Six of Pentacles in career and money
Upright: A raise, bonus, donation or help from a mentor.
Reversed: Unfair pay, debt or favors with strings attached.
Six of Pentacles as feelings
As feelings, the Six of Pentacles shows someone who wants to give to you and care for you. Reversed, they may feel the relationship is unequal.
Is Six of Pentacles a yes or no card?
Yes. The Six of Pentacles is a yes, especially for help or money. Reversed, check for strings.
Six of Pentacles correspondences
Use these when you work with the card in spells, on your altar or in meditation. The element and zodiac sign follow the classic attributions used by most tarot readers; the crystals, herbs and colors are common modern pairings. Tap any of them to read more in The Witch's Cabinet.
| Element | Earth |
|---|---|
| Zodiac sign | Taurus |
| Crystals | Jade Citrine |
| Herbs and incense | Cinnamon Allspice |
| Candle colors | Green Candle Gold Candle |
A Six of Pentacles Generosity Spell
To keep abundance flowing both ways.
You will need:
- A green candle
- Six coins
- A jade or citrine
- A small dish
Steps:
- Light the candle and place three coins in the dish and three in your hand.
- Say: What I give comes back to me. What I receive, I share freely.
- Put the stone in the dish with the coins.
- Give the three coins in your hand to a good cause or someone in need this week.
- Keep the dish on your altar.
Never leave a burning candle unattended, and keep flames away from curtains, dried herbs and pets.
Six of Pentacles FAQs
What does the Six of Pentacles mean?
The Six of Pentacles means generosity, sharing and fairness in giving and receiving.
Is the Six of Pentacles a yes or no?
It is a yes, especially for help or money.
What does the Six of Pentacles mean in love?
In love, it shows a generous, balanced relationship.
What zodiac sign is the Six of Pentacles?
In the Golden Dawn system, the Six of Pentacles is the Moon in Taurus.
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Cards that pair well with Six of Pentacles: Five of Pentacles, Justice, Four of Pentacles.