King of Pentacles: Tarot Card Meaning
The King of Pentacles is the card of prosperity, stability and generous leadership. In the Rider-Waite-Smith deck a king sits on a throne decorated with bulls and vines in a garden of flowers, holding a sceptre in one hand and a golden coin in the other, with a castle behind him. He has built abundance through steady work, and he shares it.
Upright meaning
Upright, the King of Pentacles brings secure success. He represents financial wisdom, reliable leadership and the ability to turn ideas into lasting results. Build with patience, manage resources carefully and be generous with what you have. The card also encourages enjoying the comforts that your effort has earned.
Reversed meaning
Reversed, the focus on security can turn into greed, stubbornness or an obsession with status. You may be taking financial risks, being controlling with money or neglecting people for the sake of work. Reconsider what success means to you, and remember that wealth is meant to serve a good life.
In love
In love, the King of Pentacles suggests a loyal, generous and stable partner who provides security. Reversed, it points to possessiveness, materialism or valuing money over connection.
In career
At work, it points to financial success, strong management and a business that is built to last. Reversed, it warns of greed, poor financial decisions or an overbearing style.
As a yes or no answer
As a yes or no answer, the King of Pentacles leans yes when upright, because stability and sound management support your goal. Reversed, it becomes a maybe, so check your attitude toward money and control.
Advice from this card
Review your finances or your plans with care, then make one generous, sensible decision. Real wealth serves people as well as projects.
At a glance
- Arcana: Minor Arcana, court card in the suit of Pentacles
- Element: earth, linked with money, work, health and the material world
- Number theme: mature, outward mastery and authority
- Yes or no reading: Yes when upright, Maybe when reversed
Explore more cards
Continue with Queen of Pentacles or Ace of Pentacles. You can also compare it with the King of Wands, King of Cups and King of Swords. Or draw your own cards for a reading.