The King of Pentacles represents the attainment of spiritual maturity. He sits on his throne next to his big castle. He enjoys his material possessions. The King of Pentacles suggests we have authority over our wealth and encourages us to help others attain authority over theirs.
The king sits on his throne with a small sword in one hand and a pentacle in the other. It is unclear if his eyes are closed or if they are looking down. In any case, the king appears comfortable in his position, showing no signs of anxiety or paranoia. All across his robe, there are designs of grapes. Like in the Ten of Pentacles, grapes illustrate fertility and wisdom. Grapes traditionally represent a celebration of life and a maturity of spirit. As per Hinduism, grapes symbolise prosperity, abundance, luck, vitality and joy; it is also a major fruit offered to many deities including Lord Vishnu as bhog-prasad. The fruit illustrates the road to enlightenment as a sweet journey. He lacks any arrested development, reigning with confidence.
The king’s throne has four bulls carved into its stone. The bull is an old symbol for the earth, the element represented in the pentacles suit. The bulls on the four corners of the throne reflect the four corners of the earth. Bull also signifies Nandi, the companion of lord Shiv. Cows and bulls are normally a divine animal in Sanatani culture.
Behind the king, there is a large castle. The castle here is owned by the king. It represents the security and strength of material possessions. The king rules the castle as he rules the material world. Having one foot stand above something is traditionally viewed as a sign of dominance. The king therefore rules the material world. As the vines connect to the grapes, the king’s foot connects to the world, becoming an extension of him.
Upright meaning
The upright King of Pentacles represents wealth, security, and generosity. It suggests that you’re financially secure and able to provide for yourself and those around you. The card encourages you to be generous and to share your abundance with others.
Reverse meaning
The reversed King of Pentacles can indicate greed, materialism, or a lack of generosity. It suggests that you may be overly focused on material possessions or that you’re not sharing your abundance with others. The card encourages you to reassess your priorities and to find ways to be more generous and giving.
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