The Nine of Pentacles shows a figure in her garden of grapes surrounded by pentacles. She wears lavish long clothing and a yellow glove where a small bird perches on her hand.
Nine of Pentacles Keywords
Upright Keywords | Reversed Keywords |
Healthy relationships with money, resourcefulness, happiness, contentment, self-discipline, wisdom, investments, professionalism, respectfulness, abundance, comfort, luxury, treating yourself, and independence. | Material decline, money is not everything, lack of leadership, spiritually ungrounded, workaholic, being guarded to date romantically, lack of reputation, poor self-esteem, pressure from finances, weak social status, fake and superficiality. |
Imagery & Symbolism
Bird: In divination, birds are messengers.
Clothing: The long dress, hat, and gloves can symbolise the lavish lifestyle and abundance of the card.
Grapes: Grapes symbolise luxury and the finer things in life that we can afford with extra disposable income.
Trees: The two trees represent growth and spiritual grounding.
Nine of Pentacles Meanings
UPRIGHT
The Nine of Pentacles is often associated with luck, wealth, and prosperity. The Nine of Pentacles is a great card for those seeking guidance on financial and material matters, as it symbolises success, stability, and abundance.
It is one of the most positive cards in the Tarot deck, representing the triumph of an individual over their circumstances and the ability to create a stable and prosperous life for themselves. This card conveys a feeling of satisfaction and contentment and encourages us to think about how we can best use our resources to create a life of luxury and fulfilment.
REVERSE
The Nine of Pentacles in reverse can represent people who live an artificial or fake lifestyle in order to keep up with appearances or keep their reputation intact. Although this is only one of the meanings, it can be a sign of someone who keeps the peace by spending or living lavishly when in reality they are extremely stressed and cautious.
LOVE & RELATIONSHIPS
UPRIGHT
In a relationship reading, the Nine of Pentacles can mean there is harmony between two people in terms of material and financial stability, allowing for a level of contentment. The card may indicate that one or both parties are in a position to give back to each other in meaningful ways.
REVERSE
In a reverse position of a relationship reading, the Nine of Pentacles can mean that one or both parties are neglecting their relationship in favour of their interests, or that material goods are taking precedence over emotional intimacy.
In this position, the Nine of Pentacles may be asking us to take a step back and reevaluate how we are treating our relationships and each other so that we can reconnect on a deeper level. To truly appreciate the love and support that exists between two people, we must be willing to invest in it as much as we would invest in any of our material possessions.
CAREER, JOB & BUSINESS
UPRIGHT
In a reading that is work-related, the Nine of Pentacles tarot card is a card of accomplishment and independence. This card indicates a time of joy, comfort, and success in career endeavours.
This card can also suggest a time for reflecting on one’s hard work and savouring the rewards. It suggests that the seeker has done their part in the form of hard work in their career and/or job and is now reaping the rewards.
REVERSE
In a career reading, the Nine of Pentacles in a reversed position can mean that you are feeling stagnant or stuck in your current job. You may feel unappreciated for your efforts or undervalued for your skills.
You could also be feeling unmotivated or uninspired by your daily tasks. In this case, it is important to reassess your goals and values to see what changes you need to make to move forward in your career.
FINANCES & MONEY
UPRIGHT
In a financial reading, the Nine of Pentacles can mean that our investments will pay off, or that we have achieved financial freedom. It may also indicate that we can make wise choices with our money and will be rewarded for our efforts. Furthermore, it could represent a period of abundance in which we can enjoy the fruits of our labour.
REVERSE
In a financial reading, the Nine of Pentacles in reverse can mean that you may be at risk of becoming complacent and lackadaisical when it comes to your finances. It could indicate that you have grown too comfortable in your situation and are no longer as motivated as you once were to increase your wealth and achieve your goals.
WELLNESS
UPRIGHT
In a health reading, the Nine of Pentacles tarot card can be interpreted as a reminder to take time for yourself and to appreciate what you have achieved. It can also indicate that you need to take time for self-care, as well as to appreciate your physical and emotional health.
This card is an encouragement to practice positive lifestyle habits such as exercising regularly, eating nutritious meals, and taking care of your mental and emotional well-being. Alternatively, if you are performing a pregnancy-related reading, the Nine of Pentacles is a positive sign when supported by a Page of The Empress.
REVERSE
In reverse, the Nine of Pentacles can indicate that you are neglecting your own health in favour of others. You need to learn how to balance your lifestyle and make space to dedicate to your own health needs. You may feel spiritually ungrounded at times, and it is a good idea to connect to nature or animals.
