Five of Pentacles
The Five of Coins depicts material hardship, exclusion, and the embarrassment of physical need, emphasizing the experience of poverty and isolation. It calls attention to losses in finances, health, or relationships and the tendency toward self-pity or excessive pride that can deepen suffering. At the same time, it frames adversity and exile as opportunities to accept reality, learn from the present moment, and identify actual resources available. In reversal, the card suggests renewed courage, impending opportunities or positive change, and an evolution of spirit leading to peace of mind.
Keywords
Keyword
Precious Misfortune
Description
There are times in life when we are in great physical need and our egos get embarrassed. Two people huddle in the cold: hungry, alone, and afraid. They sit close to refuge but they do not receive it. As challenging as it may be, you must remember that adversity and exile are opportunities to accept your current reality, learn what the moment is teaching you, and determine what resources are actually at your disposal.
Meaning
Hardship in finances, health, and relationships; loss and instability; self-pity; an opportunity for spiritual strength; excessive pride; difficulties related to living outside the mainstream.
Reversal
Renewed courage, impending opportunity or change for the better, peace of mind, evolution in spirit.
Visual Description
In a dim, shadowed interior two ragged figures sit huddled in the corner of a stone recess at the right, one leaning against the other for warmth. To the left a tall arched stained-glass window contains five circular coin-like motifs arranged vertically and glowing with pale yellow light. The floor appears cold and frosted, and the whole scene is worn, quiet, and isolated.
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