Two of Pentacles
Affirmation
Before taking action, I consider costs.
Symbolic Attributes
- Element:
- Arcana:Minor Arcana
- Suit:Pentacles
- Archetype:
- Numerology:2 (The Other: duality, division, debate)
- Hebrew Alphabet:
Keywords
Description
A young man, in the act of dancing, has a pentacle in either hand, and they are joined by that endless cord which is like the number 8 reversed.
Light Meaning
- Weighing options
- Comparing prices
- Determining the value of one option over another
- Juggling resources to make ends meet
- Making difficult choices based on what's best for your body or your bankbook
- Looking at the bottom line
- Asking for a second opinion on health issues
Shadow Meaning
- Engaging in endless price comparison
- Putting off a buying decision for fear of finding a slightly better value later on
- Buying something without regard for value
- Breaking your budget with unnecessary expenses
- Engaging in behavior with no regard for how your body or bankbook will be impacted
Questions to Ask Yourself
- •What values govern my decisions?
- •How willing am I to sacrifice a little pleasure now in order to have more pleasure later on?
- •Given my current situation, which course of action will give me more of what I really need?
Personal Meaning
You have the ability within you to successfully juggle the demands that will be made upon you. Be flexible, and summon your sense of humour and playfulness to make this challenge an enjoyable one. Tread lightly, and avoid using a heavy hand, for rigidity will be extremely counterproductive.
You successfully juggled the demands that were being placed on you. With flexibility, you summoned your sense of humour and playfulness to make your challenge an enjoyable one.
You have the ability within you to successfully juggle the demands that are being made upon you at this time. Be flexible, and summon your sense of humour and playfulness to make this challenge an enjoyable one. Tread lightly, and avoid using a heavy hand, for rigidity will be extremely counterproductive.
Personal Reversed Meaning
You must try to avoid closing yourself off from fun and enjoyment. You may be tempted to feel that life is a chore, but try not to lose the energy to see otherwise. Everything will stay manageable if you maintain a light hearted attitude.
You closed yourself off from fun and enjoyment. You felt that life is a chore, and you lost the energy to see otherwise.
You have closed yourself off from fun and enjoyment. You think that life is a chore, and you have lost the energy to see otherwise. Take Herculean effort, if that's what it takes, to infuse some joy into life at this time. Everything that is weighing you down right now will become more manageable when you lighten your heart.
Fortune Telling
- •It's time to balance the budget
- •Avoid the temptation to spend critical funds on frivolous goods