✦ Tarot Card Meaning ✦
Four of Pentacles
Four of Pentacles
- Security
- Holding on
- Restraint
Holding on to what you love is only human.
Feeling safe really matters. Even so, it might be nice to leave one small window in your heart open.
✦ A word from Four of Pentacles
Clutching things so tightly it's hard to relax?
The fear of losing something is easy to understand. Loosening your hold on one small thing might help you breathe easier.
✦ A word from Four of Pentacles
A question for you
What actually makes me feel secure?
What am I gripping so tightly that it's hard to open my hands?
Things to try todayOne small step · Love · Work · Money
Try this today
Write down what you spent today in a single line.
Clear out or give away one thing you no longer use.
Love
Protecting your heart is fine, but leave a small opening for the other person to see it.
If you've closed yourself off, try sharing one small, honest feeling first.
Work & Study
Rather than expanding fast, it's a steady time to strengthen what you already handle.
If you've been keeping ideas or tasks to yourself, try sharing a few of them.
Money & Daily Life
Being careful with money is good; just check you aren't cutting back on caring for yourself.
Setting a small amount to enjoy guilt-free each month can help you relax a little.
More about this cardAbout the card · The imagery · FAQ
The fourth card of the Pentacles suit shows a strong urge to hold on to what you have. It speaks of security, restraint and how precious it feels to be safe.
The Imagery Tap a number
- 1A pentacle balanced on top of the crown
- 2A pentacle hugged tightly in both arms
- 3A pentacle under each foot
- 4A city stretching far into the distance
Common Questions
Does the Four of Pentacles mean greed?Not necessarily; it often reflects the natural wish to protect what you have and feel safe.
What does the Four of Pentacles mean reversed?It suggests a grip that has grown too tight, and loosening something small first can bring a sense of ease.
What does the Four of Pentacles mean in a love reading?It can point to wanting security, or to guarding your heart so you won't get hurt.
