THE KING OF PENTACLES
“The King of the Spirits of Earth”
Aries - Taurus
Fire of Earth
DESCRIPTION AND SYMBOLISM
Seated on a black throne decorated with carvings of bulls and vines and rich with fruit, the King of Pentacles embodies the wealth, power and authority of the material kingdom over which he reigns. His throne is surrounded with vines and plants of all kinds representing his material success. In his right hand he holds his scepter of power and in his left be balances a single golden pentacle which he regards with a blissful smile of satisfaction and fulfillment. He has surrounded himself with the splendor of the natural world and in his kingly reign expresses the sense of responsibility and true understanding of prosperity that results from the rightful use of power and money.
ASTROLOGICAL ASSOCIATION
The aggressive and ambitious power of Aries energizes the fertile soil of Taurus creating an abundance that reaches beyond the life of any one person no matter how highly placed and bestows prosperity upon all individuals who fall within its influence. A true King strives to give back equally to life the good material fortune that has been bestowed upon him thus only increasing his enjoyment of his own many pleasures.
FIRE OF EARTH
In the King of Pentacles lives the Fire of Earth – the lion sitting upon his throne – someone who brings his unquenchable energies to the processes of growth and prosperity so that all who come under his influence may prosper. He celebrates the richness of his own life while striving to share its abundance with all of his subjects.
When the King of Pentacles appears in a reading he may indicate you, another person close to you, someone who may enter your life, an aspect of your own personality or an aspect of yourself that needs to be recognized, developed or asserted. He may also represent a situation in which you may find yourself.
When Appearing Upright in a Reading
The King of Pentacles signifies a patient, methodical and reliable individual who is both loyal and trustworthy. He is an enterprising man who is slow to anger and is blessed with outstanding business acumen and great financial understanding. This card often points to the possibility of improvement in ones material circumstances. You can trust this person.
When Appearing Reversed in a Reading
This card signifies a dull and materialistic person – a stupid, obstinate, heavy handed and very tyrannical individual. Though slow to anger, he can be very dangerous when aroused. He lives like a cow chewing its cud and, if crossed, can be a very violent person. Evil, corruption and immorality are the foundation of his life. You should avoid this person at all costs.
THE TREE OF LIFE
“The Sphere of Wisdom”
Material wisdom and spiritual wisdom must lie side by side or our human development will be incomplete. All life’s polarities must be balanced within ourselves before we can experience the creative radiance of the Inner Light.