Six of Pentacles
The Six of Pentacles is a card about transactions and the balance of power in relationships, symbolized by a deal with the Devil where one twin signs a contract in blood. It questions whether acts of giving or receiving are truly altruistic or self-serving, reminding the viewer to examine their intentions in exchanges of money, energy, and ideas. The card encourages scrutinizing the fine print in agreements and considering the cost of what one receives. It warns against meaningless charity that enhances the giver's ego rather than genuinely helping others.
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A Deal with the Devil
The Devil stands in front of twin girls, forming a triangle. One girl reaches upwards to accept coins, while the Devil holds a scroll of parchment for the other twin to sign her agreement eagerly with her signature, which she writes in blood, not ink. Six pentacles are suspended from twining stems and surrounding trees, signifying a transaction that is taking place.
Interpretation
The Devil holds a position of power, towering over the girls, symbolizing duality and ambiguous morality. This scenario raises questions about the nature of mercy and business transactions. It prompts reflection on how one gives and receives in various aspects of life, such as energy, attention, money, and ideas. It also challenges the reader to consider the nature of their agreements and identify with the figures within the card.
Meaning
Signifies acts of mercy, sponsorship, and mutual benefit. It suggests you will receive what you need but at what cost? Urges reading the fine print before committing to agreements to avoid losing too much. Represents unexpected kindness.
Shadow
Charity may feel wasteful or pointless, leading to illusions of perpetual support for the beneficiary. It suggests that acts of mercy might inflate the giver's ego, highlighting the importance of examining true motivations behind giving.
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