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Minor Arcana · Pentacles · 4
Four of Pentacles Tarot Card Meaning
The Four of Pentacles is holding on. A hooded figure clutches a coin to their chest, with another on their head and two under their feet. This card is about control, saving, security — and the fear of loss.
Upright
- control
- saving
- security
- thrift
- possessiveness
Reversed
- greed
- letting go
- wastefulness
- fear of loss
- openness
Yes or no
Likely no
Likely “no” if the question is about change or spending. “Yes” if it is about keeping what you have.
Ask the cards your own question →- Number
- 4
- Element
- Earth
- Astrology
- Sun in Capricorn
Card symbolism in our deck
In Heinrich Pangrau’s deck, the Four of Pentacles shows a hooded figure sitting with their arms wrapped around a pentacle held to their chest. Another pentacle rests on their head, and two lie under their bare feet.
The coin on the head
The mind is occupied with money and control.
Coins underfoot
Support and a foundation — this figure stands on their own property.
Closed eyes
Holding on to what is yours so tightly that you stop seeing the world around you.
Four of Pentacles meaning
The upright Four of Pentacles is a time to preserve: to save, to keep control, to hold the situation firmly in hand.
The card warns that the drive for security can turn into a fear of change and emotional stinginess.
Four of Pentacles reversed
The reversed Four of Pentacles means either greed reaching its peak or a person beginning to let go: to spend, to share, to trust.
Sometimes it points to careless spending after a long stretch of saving.
Four of Pentacles in love, work, money and health
Love and relationships
Upright Possessiveness, jealousy, control. Or a careful attitude toward the couple’s stability.
Reversed Letting go of control, more trust.
Feelings This person values you but is afraid of losing you, so they hold on tightly.
Work and career
Upright Holding your position, a conservative strategy.
Reversed Resistance to change holds back growth.
Money
Upright Savings, thrift, a financial safety net.
Reversed Impulsive spending or losing your savings.
Health
Upright Tension, stiffness. Tarot is not a substitute for a doctor.
Reversed Relaxation and relief.
Four of Pentacles as a person
As a person: thrifty, cautious, possessive, sometimes stingy.
The card’s advice
Upright Preserve what you have, but do not let fear run your life.
Reversed Allow yourself to spend on what matters.
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Four of Pentacles as the card of the day
As the card of the day: a good day to save money and put your finances in order.
Combinations with other cards
- Four of Pentacles + The EmperorTight control.
- Four of Pentacles + The DevilGreed and dependence on money.
- Four of Pentacles + Ten of PentaclesPreserving family wealth.
- Four of Pentacles + Six of PentaclesTime to share.
- Four of Pentacles + Ace of CupsOpen your heart and let go of control.
Frequently asked questions about Four of Pentacles
Is the Four of Pentacles a yes or no card?
Likely no for change, yes for keeping what you have.
What does the Four of Pentacles mean in relationships?
Control, possessiveness, fear of loss.
What does the Four of Pentacles reversed mean?
Letting go of control, or wastefulness.
What does the Four of Pentacles mean as the card of the day?
A day to put your finances in order.