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Five of Pentacles
Card "Five of Pentacles" Credit: Tarot Rider-Waite

V Five of Pentacles

The Five of Pentacles means some difficulties, mainly linked to the financial side of the reading or question. It can also mean a feeling of abandonment, especially in readings linked to the end of a relationship or marriage. In that sense, it is not a very cheerful card.

A little more about Five of Pentacles...

The Five of Pentacles indicates adversity. In the card, we see a humble couple walking in the snow. The message of abandonment that the card carries is clear. When it appears in a reading, there may be an issue of loss or abandonment coming into play, or financial difficulties that lead to drastic changes in the situation. It also suggests a relationship in disharmony.

Often the Five of Pentacles also symbolizes our spiritual awareness. You may be doing great, but you feel lacking in energy and joy. This card can appear to remind you that the material side is not everything in life and you should also pay attention to other equally important things.