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Seven of Pentacles Tarot Card Description
In the Rider Waite deck, the card shows a man standing patiently with his head resting on staff, taking a break from his work, to watch a plant bearing money, grow slowly. He is assessing the situation and bidding his time to gather the harvest of the crop. He is investing for the future and wants to use only one of the pentacles now. Meanwhile, he is contemplating if the amount of effort he put in is going to give him the desired result. The grey sky symbolises that he does not feel the need to change the way he has been handling things. The staff(shovel) symbolises the fact that hard work pays off in the end as although exhausted, he has made the barren land bear fruit. The desolate mountains behind him are witness to the fact that he has done better now than in the past.
When the Seven of Pentacles appears in a reading, it gives hope to the querent that he will soon be rewarded for the effort he has put in so far. Just like the seeds planted in a garden will bear fruit only when the time is right, so will his hard work. He needs to patiently wait to get his returns. Meanwhile, acknowledge the progress that has been made so far and check to see if one is headed in the right direction of one’s dreams.
Upright Seven of Pentacles Card Prediction for Career
When the Seven of Pentacles comes in a career spread, it indicates that this is a good time to stick to your job and start to keep some money aside as savings. The effort you put in now and the attention you give to details will pay you off in the long run. At this time, patience and persistence are of paramount importance. Do not be impatient during this period of slow development as sometimes the hardest bit is the last little bit. This is not the time to give up hope and leave the job if you cannot see the rewards come up as fast as you would like it to.
The card also suggests that if things are not working well after all the effort you have put in, it is time to find a way to work ‘smarter’ than ‘harder’!
The card also indicates sometimes that you are now nearing retirement and it is time to enjoy your fruits of labour.
When this card comes in a financial spread, it cautions you to not be attracted with ‘get-rich-quick’ schemes. Any investment that looks too good to be true, should not be ventured into.
The card is otherwise good news as it is a harbinger of the fact that you will receive money from a past investment, or some inheritance or some reward/bonus/benefit.
Upright Seven of Pentacles Card Prediction for Love
In a love reading, the card indicates that you may feel your relationship is not making much progress and is not turning out be as you had hoped it would. The card advises you to be patient and keep working at it.
The Seven of Pentacles meaning for relationship for the singles is clear in the image itself. It suggests that you first need to save for a nest egg before finding a partner for yourself. You still have a long way to go.
Upright Seven of Pentacles Card Prediction for Health
When the Seven of Pentacles comes in a health reading for you, it can indicate eating disorders, improper nutrition, the decay of the lower teeth, mumps. It also suggests stress disorders and depression.
As a Yes/No card-Maybe card.
The Seven of Pentacles reversed meaning suggests that your efforts may be scattered at this time and could leave you questioning whether you are investing your energy in the right areas. Maybe you are not able to see your efforts turn into results just yet, or maybe what you thought would make you happy is, in turn, giving you stress and anxiety.
The Seven of Pentacles reversed meaning is a reminder that if you do not think you are headed in the right direction, take the time out to assess your progress.
Figure out your priorities; where you are investing your time, energy and resources, and what your current progress looks like. Do not waste your energy on something that is not adding to your growth.
Reversed Seven of Pentacles Prediction for Career
In a career spread, the Seven of Pentacles reversed can either mean that you may be putting too much effort into your career or too little. In either case, you may not be getting the results you want. Even if you are putting in the efforts, they may not be paying off in the way you would like them to and could turn counterproductive.
In the alternate case, the card may represent procrastination or laziness, which may be holding you back from achieving your goals. Maybe you are not preparing and planning beforehand, or not reflecting on your progress, but whatever the case, you should regroup and figure out priorities to focus your energy on.
For those of you running a business, the card can suggest lack of management, delays and setbacks, impatience and frustration, and leaving things halfway. So make sure you set realistic goals and keep regular targets for yourself and your team.
When it comes to your finances, the reversed card represents bad financial planning, cash-flow problems, and poor returns on investments. If you think you are working long hours and not getting rewarded for them, don’t give up yet. Avoid taking shortcuts to make a quick buck. Keep working towards your goals.
Reversed Seven of Pentacles Prediction for Love
If you are in a relationship, the reversed Seven of Pentacles may indicate that despite having a strong bond with your partner, you may be worrying that you could lose them. If the relationship is not progressing as you had hoped it would, it could be adding to your frustration. You may feel that this relationship is not worth your time, but do not make any rash decisions. Take some time off before you make up your mind to move on.
And for those of you looking for a potential partner, this card can suggest that you may be a bit more focused on a career at the moment, which is leaving you with less personal time. If you want a relationship, make sure you are putting in the effort to meet and connect with someone. Though, try not to come off as too needy or pushy.
Reversed Seven of Pentacles Prediction for Health
If you have been experiencing health issues, this card can indicate poor health habits or behaviour in the past, which may be acting up now. Keep track of your lifestyle, and adjust any habit that may be detrimental to your health. It also can suggest issues with pregnancy or gestation. Do not panic, as more often than not, this card is just an indicator that you need to take better care of yourself during the pregnancy by resting more, eating well and not overdoing things or taking too much stress.
As a Yes/No card- Maybe