Sitting anxiously, you pick a tarot card with a burning question in your mind. You are desperate for an answer, a sign, or some reassurance that your efforts will yield fruit. You hope the card will bring you clarity. Taking a deep breath, you turn the card, your hands trembling. It’s the Seven of Pentacles! What does it mean?
In this guide, I talk about the meaning and symbolism behind the Seven of Pentacles. We will cover the meaning of the upright card and the reversed one. I hope this guide will provide you with new insights into yourself, especially in aspects like finances, love and relationships, and health. Let’s dive right into it.
[ez-toc]What is The Seven of Pentacles?
Element – Earth
Astrological Signs – Virgo, Capricorn, and Taurus
The Seven of Pentacles card is linked to diligence, patience, and attention to detail. It is a card of hope that lets you assess your hard work. Sometimes, you may question your slow progress or delayed results despite the effort you are putting in.
The Seven of Pentacles is here to reassure you to hang on.
It is a card that asks you to rest after an intense period of hard work. At the same time, it is asking you to evaluate your efforts. It may even ask you to shift the balance of your life from the mundane to something more meaningful.
Seven of Pentacles is associated with investments, business ventures, and reaping the rewards of what you sow today for the near future. It can also give you many insights into your love life and relationships, as we will see later in this guide.
Card Description
The Seven of Pentacles card shows a man (gardener or farmer) in orange and blue clothes. He is looking at a vine covered with ‘pentacles’. He seems to be taking some well-deserved rest as he gazes at the seven pentacles that are dangling from the verdant foliage above him.
However, the farmer/gardener’s body language indicates that he is exhausted. He does not look too happy. It is evident that he has spent a long time working hard to till the soil and plant seeds. He is now looking at the yield and perhaps he wonders how it will translate into coins in his pocket.
Notice there is a single pentacle between the man’s feet. This may indicate that he has only allowed himself to enjoy a small part of his bounty. Perhaps he plans to leave the rest or replant it in the future. Thus, the card indicates an investment of sorts and also a concern about the future.
Let us now study the meaning of the card – upright and reversed – in detail.
Meaning of Upright Seven of Pentacles
An upright Seven of Pentacles card indicates success. You have worked hard so far and now it is time to reap the rewards. It means that you are about to achieve your goals and that you know your long-term plans are coming to fruition. It also indicates that your perseverance has paid off and given you what you wanted.
At the same time, the farmer’s expression of worry indicates an imbalance in abundance.
You can interpret it this way:
You have worked hard- there is no doubt to surely going to reap the rewards of it. At the same time, you might experience some dissatisfaction. It is just like the case of a multi-millionaire who sits admiring his wealth and yet – at the end – he does not have true satisfaction or fulfilment. This is because true fulfilment cannot be found in materialistic goals and possessions.
So, the card is telling you that despite all your hard work, you might not be happy even if you reach your goal.
The card is giving you a strong message by asking you to persevere, continue working hard, focus on what you really want, plant the seed of what you want to grow, and see it come to fruition. But you must understand that, despite doing all of that, you may not get the satisfaction you are seeking.
The card is also asking you to consider the question: I am working hard and one day I will reap the rewards. But is my work my passion? Am I having fun while I am working? In short, life is not about the harvest as much as it is about the cultivation, the planting, and the journey.
The Seven of Pentacles is directing you to enjoy life and do what you love. It is asking you to pause, reflect, and re-evaluate your options. If you are at a confused stage of life, it may be asking you to see the bigger, broader picture. If you have been working on a venture that is not yet showing desired results, then the card may indicate that you need to put in some more months’ worth of effort.
Love and Relationships
- If you are single: the upright Seven of Pentacles suggests that you will meet someone, but only when you are ready. In the meantime, you need to continue growing, working on yourself, and developing.
- If you have already met someone: the card is asking you to be present. Enjoy the moments you are creating with your new love interest. Do not get too far ahead with your plans or fears about the future.
- In the case of friendship, the upright Seven of Pentacles indicates a stable and steady relationship.
- Overall, all your relationships are progressing smoothly and you are putting energy and effort into them.
Action: The card may indicate you should call a friend you love!
Finances
The upright Seven of Pentacles card can be considered very positive for finances. It indicates:
- Bonuses and rewards are not far away
- Your hard work and labour will soon see results
- If you are feeling confused or unsure, this card offers hope.
- It is time to re-evaluate your financial goals. However, the upright cards mean that whatever you have done so far is also on the right track.
Action – Be patient. Remember the bigger picture!
Career
- Even if you are not seeing results, you are on the right track.
- There will be delays, but you are creating the basis for a solid future.
- You could re-evaluate working on other initiatives that could advance your career.
Action – Create a vision board. You may not think you are seeing things clearly but you are being guided!
Health
This is a hopeful card if you are concerned about your health.
- If you are putting in effort for weight loss or improving your health, then those efforts will show results.
- You may want to re-evaluate and make changes to these efforts.
- Even if you don’t feel it now, rest assured that results are coming!
- The card may indicate pregnancy.
Action – Keep up positive health habits or start new ones.
Meaning of Reversed Seven of Pentacles
The reversed Seven of Pentacles card is indicative of an increase in anxiety and a possibility of loss. You may be experiencing uneasiness, melancholy, and worry for reasons you simply cannot explain.
It also indicates procrastination, indecisiveness, and impatience. You might have many ideas and knowledge, but you may be caught in the trap of not acting upon them.
You might also constantly be on guard because you believe people are out to steal your ideas. Let us take a look at the detailed meaning in terms of love, relationships, and health.
Love and Relationships
- The reversed Seven of Pentacles suggests trouble with loved ones.
- You may feel unappreciated and are probably putting more effort into the relationship than the other person.
Action: Consider the distancing yourself from your friend/lover.
Finances
- A reversed Seven of Pentacles card could indicate financial setbacks.
- It could indicate unemployment.
- It may seem like things aren’t improving, no matter how much you do.
Action: Get honest with yourself about your financial situation. Stop investing in areas that aren’t showing results.
Career
- The card suggests you are likely putting effort into something that won’t yield the results you’re hoping for.
- Like the expression on the farmer’s face, things may be a bit “meh” at the moment.
- You are not excited about the future because you aren’t seeing it clearly.
Action – Re-evaluate your direction. It may be time to stop investing in something that won’t yield great returns.
Health
- There may be setbacks in your health that may bring you down.
- Perhaps you are working hard to lose weight but not seeing results.
Action – keep up with your efforts or make drastic changes. If needed, seek help. Again, you must use the reversed card as a wake-up call.
Is Seven of Pentacles Yes or No Card?
An upright Seven of Pentacles is a positive Tarot card and that means that, in a Yes/No reading, it indicates a Yes. A reversed Seven of Pentacles card indicates a No.
If you are doubting your decisions, then the upright Seven of Pentacles card is an assurance that you are on the right track. However, you need to be patient and keep planting the seeds. It definitely means that you have the right attitude for success. You also have the vision that will take you straight to your goal. You are also confident and won’t let others bring you down. But you must remember to be patient and win the race slowly and steadily.
On the other hand, the reversed card may indicate that you need to re-evaluate your effort and might even consider taking a whole different approach to things.
The Meaning of the Seven of Pentacles
An upright Seven of Pentacles is asking you to start thinking long-term if you aren’t already. It is your sign to begin working on whatever it is you’re trying to manifest or grow.
A reversed Seven of Pentacles may indicate poor or lazy planning. It is a sign to re-evaluate why things aren’t working for you. If you are not willing to put in the effort- is this path for you?
Seven of Pentacles FAQ:
- What does the Seven of Pentacles represent in tarot? The Seven of Pentacles is a tarot card that typically represents a period of reflection, assessment, and waiting for the results of your efforts. It signifies a pause in your journey to evaluate your progress.
- What is the symbolism behind the Seven of Pentacles? The card often depicts a person tending to a pentacle plant, symbolizing the investment of time and effort in a project or goal. The coins on the plant represent potential rewards for your hard work.
- Is the Seven of Pentacles a positive or negative card in tarot? The Seven of Pentacles is neither inherently positive nor negative. It depends on the context and the surrounding cards in a tarot spread. It suggests a need for patience and evaluation rather than immediate action.
- What does it mean when the Seven of Pentacles appears in a tarot reading? When this card appears, it often indicates a time of reevaluation and contemplation. It may suggest that you need to assess your progress, make adjustments, or consider whether your current path aligns with your long-term goals.
- Can the Seven of Pentacles represent financial matters? Yes, the card is closely associated with financial matters and investments. It may indicate a need to review your financial strategies, savings, or investments to ensure they are on track.
- What does it mean if the Seven of Pentacles is reversed in a tarot reading? In a reversed position, the card can suggest impatience, frustration, or a feeling of wasted effort. It may imply that you need to reevaluate your goals and consider whether your current path is worth pursuing.
- How can I use the wisdom of the Seven of Pentacles in my life? You can use the Seven of Pentacles as a reminder to periodically assess your progress in various areas of your life. Take the time to reflect on your goals, investments, and projects to ensure they align with your values and aspirations.
- Is the Seven of Pentacles associated with a specific season or time frame? While the card doesn’t correspond to a specific season, it does suggest a period of waiting and patience. It encourages you to trust the timing of your efforts and be prepared for the results to manifest in due course.
