Five of Pentacles

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The Five of Pentacles represents the struggles we face during a period of financial loss, misfortune and hardships. It symbolises poverty and the consequences we face when we make bad decisions. It can also indicate poor health and disability.

 

The number five represents movement and change, along with the challenges and conflicts we face through those transitions. There’s always a deeper meaning and a spiritual lesson that comes with the fives. It can indicate transformation through suffering and holding faith.

 

When the Five of Pentacles appear, you may feel as though you’ve been left out in the cold and isolated from the rest of the world. You may have found yourself homeless or recently unemployed and feel anxious about finding work to pay the bills. Or you may have gone through a relationship break-up that was not your decision or choice.

 

This may be a depressing and challenging time for you, leaving you feeling incredibly lonely. A darkness has fallen upon you, and the future may look bleak.  You may be lacking in confidence and have lost all optimism. Although you may be feeling vulnerable and dependent on others, the message with this card is that there’s always hope. Help is nearby for you, but you must ask for it. There’s nothing weak in reaching out to others in times of need. Instead, it shows courage and strength. The right people will show up to aid and assist you through this rough patch.

 

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Reversed

 

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When this card is reversed, you may be lacking foresight and have given up trying. It may feel like life is against you. You may stuck in victim mentality and refuse to seek help from others. 

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It is essential that you look carefully to find solutions to the situation. As with any significant life change, there is always another door to open. 

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Reversed meanings…

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Issues: It could mean there is an issue with the card’s upright message.

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Opposite: The meaning may be the opposite of the upright message.

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Blocked: The energy may be blocked and requires action to turn it around.

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Weakened: The energy may be weaker than the upright meaning.

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Warning: It may be a warning to avoid the current path or face possible difficulties or even danger.

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Denial: It could suggest someone is in denial about the meaning of the card.

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Delay: The energy may be delayed and will manifest eventually.

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Decay: The upright meaning is diminishing and cannot be relied on.

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