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Three of Pentacles Tarot Card Description
When the Three of Pentacles appears in a reading, expect good things to happen especially in your career and financial status. Your dedication and genuine pride in your work, is set to take you ahead on a powerful spiritual journey.
In the Rider Waite deck, the card shows three human figures framed by three gothic arches. A young apprentice, is being assisted by two architects. The violet tunic and boots of the apprentice, symbolises the wisdom of the craft, while the yellow apron symbolises his knowledge. The one holding the plans for the structure being constructed, is the master architect. The tonsured monk wearing the grey robe, symbolises a higher purpose.
The three working together, emphasise on the success of teamwork. Although the apprentice seems less experienced, the architects seem to be listening carefully about the progress made by him so far, as they value his opinion and knowledge.
Upright Three of Pentacles Card Prediction for Career
When the Three of Pentacles comes in a career spread, it indicates that you are now going to be acknowledged for your hard work and performance.You are now trusted with taking up more responsibility. If you are being offered a new job or a new role, you should take it up as you will be rewarded for the work you put in. You may feel like an apprentice, but do not hesitate as not only will you be learning and growing but also helping others to learn and grow. They will strive to follow your example. Alongside, you will be developing a skill in which you will become an expert.
The card also suggests that to succeed, you must stay committed and focussed.
Those seeking employment will get good news soon. The card indicates a career in Architecture, designing or as construction managers.
When this card comes in a financial spread, you can have a sense of relief as this is a very positive card about money.
You may be successfully completing a stage in your financial venture. Expect a financial reward for the hard work you have put in till now.
You may also get better ideas about honing your skills to increase your income. The card encourages you to invest your energy, talents and resources well, to earn more money.
Upright Three of Pentacles Card Prediction for Love
In a love reading, the card indicates that a new relationship is about to begin for those who are single. You may need to decide whether you want to take it ahead or not. For this, you can take the advice of your well-wishers.
Those already in a relationship, will find contentment as a result of the effort they put in maintaining it. You will enjoy each other better as you have worked to overcome the challenges you were facing in it.
If there is a third person who is overstepping his/her boundaries and effecting this relationship, it is time you recognised this and put a stop to it.
Upright Three of Pentacles Card Prediction for Health
When a Three of Pentacles comes in a health reading for you, it can indicate some eruptive or inflammatory skin disease, something major as chickenpox or something as minor as pimples! It can mean that you are stressed at work and are exhausted. You can be more prone to accidents happening at work or catching infections easily.
As a Yes/No card-Yes card.
When the Three of Pentacles appears reversed in a reading, it indicates that you need to focus your attention because if you are not careful now, you could miss a great opportunity coming your way. Maybe there is a fear of the future because of which you are not ready to take any risk to further your growth and development. You may be procrastinating by waiting to seek approval from others before bothering to set a goal for yourself.
The card suggests that this is the time to redirect your energy towards building your own self-confidence and competence. Be more open and willing to learn.
In the Rider Waite deck, the Three of Pentacles meaning, when reversed, is obvious as the structure to be built upright, has gone astray.
Reversed Three of Pentacles Prediction for Career
When the Three of Pentacles comes reversed in a career spread, there may be some troubling issues within your work environment. Instead of helping you, your partners may be creating problems for you. Each one may be ambitious and wanting to take the accolades for himself.
Sometimes the card suggests that you may need to improve your skill level or receive more education for getting your desired recognition. If you have started a new business venture, you are not putting in the required effort to make it grow.
In a team project, the card indicates that your heart is not in your work and this is becoming obvious to your colleagues as you are feeling bored and frustrated. Your poor quality workmanship is affecting the overall result. You are not valuing the others opinions or ideas. Perhaps this is not the career suited to your interest and this is a good time to explore new options, where your skills and capabilities get their due.
When this card comes reversed in a financial spread, it indicates that you need to put in effort and have a good work ethic, to make your financial situation secure. Sometimes the card also indicates that you are reluctant to learn how to go about your savings as anything to do with bank dealings, drains you.
Reversed Three of Pentacles Prediction for Love
In a love reading, the reversed card indicates that you are finding your relationship boring and unexciting. You are dissatisfied with your partner and are not directing the required amount of energy in the relationship
Sometimes, the card indicates that a third person may be causing friction in the relationship. Maybe your families are not being supportive of your love.
Those who are single, are not making the effort to socialise and meet people. You may not be willing to learn from the mistakes you made in your past relationships and are continuing to repeat the dating patterns that have not been working for you.
Reversed Three of Pentacles Prediction for Health
When the Three of Pentacles comes reversed in a health reading for you, you need to put in effort and take some proactive steps to improve your health.
As a Yes/No card-No card.