Four of Pentacles
The Four of Pentacles symbolizes the themes of possession, material stability, and cautious financial success. It encourages the foundation of a secure base for future growth while warning against excessive attachment to material possessions and the need for flexibility.
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Mandrake Imagery
A mandrake carries four pentacles, with the largest on its crown chakra, another covering the heart chakra, and two intertwined at the creature's feet. Its content facial expression indicates pleasure in possessing the pentacles. Mandrakes, belonging to the nightshade family, are considered witches' greatest allies, aiding in fertility, used as aphrodisiacs, inducing visions, and soothing spirits. The root, resembling a human figure and potent enough that its scream could be lethal, is used in sympathetic magic.
Root Symbolism
The mandrake root symbolizes foundation and stability, resonating with the number four's inherent reliability and solidity akin to a square, aligning with the Emperor card. In the material realm, the number four signifies a strong foundation, essential for future growth.
Meaning
This card signifies attachment to possessions, a tendency towards miserliness, and a sense of security in the material world, heralding financial success. The foundation is set, and the building blocks are in place, suggesting it's time to act. However, one is cautioned against excessive attachment, as change is imminent before the cycle ends.
Shadow
This aspect questions the strength of your grip on ideas, concepts, and material possessions, pointing out a lack of flexibility and difficulty in letting go. It advises trusting in success and letting go of attachments, ushering in the release of what is loved.
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