The INDIAN TAROTS – Knight of Pentacles

Unlike some of the other knights in the minor arcana, the knight of pentacles is calm and upright, carefully holding the pentacle up to the morning light. As one would expect from the material suit, the knight is heavily armored, ready for any battle that may come his way.

Distinct from other horses, the horse in this card is black and apparently standing still. His black color provides a stark contrast to the yellow background and causes the whole knight to standout in the card. Like the pentacle in the Page card, the pentacle here is the same color as the background, causing it to blend into the sky. While other knights are brash and headstrong, the pentacle forces the knight to be keen of his surroundings.

The plume coming out of the helmet is green and leafy. In contrast to the traditional red plume, the green plume connects the knight to the earth element. He is one with nature similar to the figure in the Nine of Pentacles. Clothing the horse in another contrasting color is a red bridle (lagaam). The horse and knight might be standing still, but the red bridle suggests a deeply seated passion that mimics the charging horses of other knights.

In juxtaposition with the green fields found in the Page card, the land here is tilled farmland. The ground that the knight is standing on is full of potential growth and sustainability. The ground thus illustrates the spiritual potential of a knight charging to manifest his vision.

Upright meaning

The upright Knight of Pentacles represents reliability, stability, and hard work. It suggests that you’re dedicated to your goals and that you’re willing to put in the effort required to achieve success. The card encourages you to be patient and to stay focused on your goals.

Reverse meaning

The reversed Knight of Pentacles can indicate stubbornness, resistance to change, or a lack of progress. It suggests that you may be resisting change or that you’re not making progress towards your goals. The card encourages you to be open to new ideas and to be more flexible in your approach.