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The Page of Pentacles Tarot Card
Temperance tarot card

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The Page of Pentacles

 
 
 

The Page Of Pentacles Tarot Meaning

The Suit of Pentacles is a suit that not only represents finances, abundance and money, but it is also a symbol of abundance, home and the nurturing of the Mother Earth.

When the Page of Pentacles appears in your reading, you are developing a respect for learning and new ideas; you are a young scholar, typically introverted despite your best efforts to the contrary. You prefer the solace of being alone, over being distracted from your work by all of the dramas of the world. You have a head for time management and you are careful. You can also be physically resourceful, predictable, equipped with good instincts. You are blessed with the inspiration of spirit that drives you to listen to all that you possess instinctively. You are also enthusiastic, amusing and playful. Often when this card arrives you are going to be getting good news or messages about money, work, finances, or some other kind of support that you have been waiting to hear about. This is the card that recognizes how hard that you have been working and therefore will bring good tidings to you.

In the Rider Waite deck, the Page of Pentacles is depicted as a young prince or princess, standing in a field looking at the pentacles that appear to float above. In this you are still a student, pondering the ways of this world, but you are also careful as well as diligent. Right now you are in a time in your life where you are learning to master your creative energy and you are enjoying everything that you are learning.

You work hard in your studies and the joy that you acquire by experiencing this kind of studying is like a reciprocal cycle. You are capable of pursuing an activity with a level of innocent fascination; you care less about the rewards and are enjoying the game of learning. Now is the time to focus on your own inner child that has just been aching to get out for you will tap into a part of your creative mind that will grow stronger because of this. Take some time to enjoy what you are doing; this is a time of life to revel in. When the good news comes in, it will change a lot of the way that you are doing things now, so you should be grateful for this time that you have. Enjoy the process.

The Page of Pentacles in Love

The Page of Pentacles is a card of newness and innocence, therefore this kind of energy is being applied to your love life now. There is an overall level of searching that you have been participating in and sometimes it feels like you are never going to get anywhere. You feel as though there is no one who really understands you on any kind of real level. This has been an overwhelming time for you. The Page of Pentacles is telling you to take a break; it doesn’t always have to be so serious. The pursuit of love should be fun, not so dramatic and especially not so much work. Spend some time just playing around with the people that you meet for a time.

Do not make an instant, deep, romantic, connection. Get to know new people as friends first, see if you can play with them and go off and do something fun. If you can play with them then you know that they will probably benefit your life experience overall. The Page reminds you to educate yourself: One person cannot give you everything all at once, they can give you parts and fill some needs, but you must fulfill the desires that you have in and of yourself. You can have a variety of different kinds of relationships with friends, families and lovers that will give your life a more rounded perspective from which to hold meaning. But for now, go outside, and play in a park with friends. It will make you feel better.

The Page of Pentacles in Health

The Page of Pentacles is showing up in your reading about health to let you know that you are entering in a cycle where you are going to be reconnecting to a youthful and healthy time of your life. You have been feeling particularly old, physically and emotionally. But this card is appearing in the spread to bless you with the youthful energies that will heal your entire body. Take advantage of this time and enjoy yourself.

The Page of Pentacles in Work and Wealth

In your work experience, news is coming of an opportunity that you will be able to pursue due to the fact that you have been training and educating yourself for just this very possibility. If you have the opportunity to acquire further training in your job situation, now is the time to take that so that you can make yourself more hirable in the business world. Either way right now is a great time to put your expertise to good use.

The Page of Pentacles in the Reversed Position

The page of pentacles Reversed

Reversed Page of Pentacles in a reading

If the Page of Pentacles appears in the reversed position. You have become unpredictable and out of touch with your intuition. You are not feeling that your input is being appreciated by those around you right now and that is highly discouraging for you at this point. Now you must try to understand the way that you feel so that you can learn why it matters so much to you to feel appreciated to the extent that being underappreciated throws your whole cycle off. Sometimes unfavorable news comes as a result of being so caught up in the beliefs of others, so try not to become too combative.  You must maintain receptivity to your desires at this time in order to solve the major problems that exist in your life and the way that you feel about relationships. Try to relax. For now, the difficult task has been completed. Become centered and trust that the power of your higher source energy and guides will better your situation.

Upright Page of Pentacles Meanings in Keywords

  • Man or woman under the age of 40
  • Studying
  • New opportunities
  • Make new plans
  • Experienced at work
  • Practical 
  • Trusting others

Reversed Page of Pentacles Meanings in Keywords

  • Goals lost
  • Break from routine
  • Work harder in life
  • Distractions

Temperance

 

 
 

The Temperance Tarot Card Meaning

Out of the whole deck this one is always the one that causes the most confusion on the meaning. 

You know what most people think when they pull this card... they think boring. They think what the hell does this mean. They think some women standing there pouring water between two cups like she's got nothing better to do on a Tuesday. Wrong. So wrong. The good news for you...this is about... finally getting your head screwed on after weeks (maybe months) of shit and stress. It's the moment you stop pouring water on the fire and start actually dealing with the mess. If you asked a yes or no question then this is a yes.

The Temperance card often comes up in a reading when you need to learn or understand the concept of all things in moderation. It is a card of joining forces, working together, uniting opposites, and spiritual balance with the end result being a harmonious mix of all things. It begs the question: In what ways are you over-extending yourself or being too rigid? Like most cards, this card is rich in symbolism. Temperance by its very meaning is a bending of one's will to the direction of the almighty. The card depicts this through multiple layers of symbolism. Usually noticed first is how the card shows an archangel (often said to be Michael) mixing water between two chalices as a representation of balance between the elements and the dissolution of the liquids between each other. Both he and the mountains in the background are touched with a halo of gold, radiating understanding that comes with age and time. A commonly missed symbolism is the feet of the angel, one in the water and one upon the land which reinforces the concept of balance and of both body and mind.

Many people on my socials will be reactive to this card, because often it is shining light on a flaw within them or within a relationship that they are seeking to develop. Temperance is saying to question your true priorities in life and requires that you be sure that you are not the one blocking your own success by stretching yourself too thin. Try hard to see things from the universe’s perspective and understand that the tarot is not pointing a finger at you directly, but merely trying to guide you to lessen your load. Taking on too much or too little can be detrimental to your purpose at this time.

Temperance in Love

When seeking advice from the tarot about love and relationships, the Temperance card indicates a need for balance in either the relationship your relationship. If you are currently single then the card is more direct and states that there is likely something blocking you from love in your life and usually represents the fact that you are giving too much in another area. For example, you are looking for love but are you really ready for it? Are there other commitments in your life such as work or family that are holding you back and taking too many resources and creating a situation where you are unlikely to be successful?

Temperance As Feelings

In a relationship reading for feelings, the temperance card will show a need for balance between both individuals. This card is drawn when compromise and compassion are needed between two people. It can represent fighting and strife. Remember that you are in the relationship with your partner for a reason and when this card comes up it is apparent that there is a true emotional connection. It is a positive card that tells you that this relationship is worth the extra effort at this time.

The Temperance tarot card can also signal a delicate balance between fire and water. It reflects that we all have the power to control our emotions, even when things around us seem chaotic. It speaks of suppressed feelings and holding back on expressing people in order to maintain peace.

The card often represents the need for patience and understanding as it relates to our feelings –--- the idea of controlling ourselves rather than letting others control us. We tend to mirror others' behavior, which can lead to feeling like we are walking on eggshells when those around us are unpredictable or volatile.

Temperance also speaks about reality versus fakery, sometimes being too trusting or naive that literally leads us into a web of lies, where everything is surface level with no depth at all. It’s important to stay balanced and grounded while still experiencing life’s joyous moments, feeling secure enough in ourselves that we don't have anything to hide or prove from anyone else's perspective.

This tarot card contains a message about trust – with yourself as well as with those who mean something special in your life -and how allowing yourself the freedom of expression within these relationships can bring harmony into every aspect of your life.

Temperance in Health

In regards to health and wellness, the Temperance card is an omen that you need to either take it back or turn it up a notch. Both ends of the spectrum can be bad for one’s health – being slothful or being too lax with your health can be just as bad as overexerting yourself or doing too much. We usually see this card when health issues are on the rise and it is likely that you have already noticed deterioration in your wellness in some way. The positive news is that it is not too late to do something positive and see improvement. Think of this as a warning to take a keen look at your own mind and body and see where additional care needs to be taken. The answer will be quite obvious as rarely ever does someone in peak physical condition pull this card. If you feel however that physical health is not a problem, it is also indicative of mental health and can do not ignore signs or symptoms of anxiety, depression, or overindulgent behavior.

Temperance in Work and Wealth

Right now you need to take your money and put it under your mattress and be careful of taking risks. While the card itself means balance, more often than not when it comes to money and career it is a sign to take a step back and be more conservative with your income. It’s a touchy time for you to be taking huge risks in either avenue of your life. You need to be very careful with actions you take and possibilities that seem to arise at this time are not as good as they seem. Often this card will show that it is a good time to wait on an opportunity that arises, stating that with patience you will see a better one down the road that will pan out more fruitfully for you. A rule of thumb with the Temperance card and financial aspects be it money or work is: If it’s too good to be true… it probably is.

 

Temperance reversed tarot card

Reversed Temperance in a reading

In the reversed position indicates a personal balance is needed and the card is usually more internal than external. Rather than looking around and pointing fingers at others, now is an excellent time to see where you personally can scale back, create harmony in a rough situation, or literally suck it up. With the reversal of Temperance we see an even wider swing of negativity around as well. Health problems you have require more attentive care, financial problems need to be curbed immediately, and in relationships you need to seek the truth of the matter before making a decision. Often this card is drawn when a person is in a downward spiral situation and is unable to see the rational side of the problem. You need to stop and ask yourself where you could use assistance in your life to get back on track and possibly consider seeking advice from others to turn your perspective to a more productive and healthy outlook.