Six of Pentacles
generosity, help, reciprocity
A man holding a scale hands out coins to people in need. Generosity, a fair balance between giving and receiving, favors that come back around. Being helped matters as much as helping.
The image and its symbolism
A well-dressed man holds a set of scales in one hand and with the other drops coins to one of two kneeling figures at his feet. Six coins float above. The scales stand for fair distribution, and the figures asking for help show that we all end up on both sides of giving and receiving at some point.
What Six of Pentacles means
The Six of Pentacles is about generosity and paying it forward. A friend who lends you money, a scholarship, a coworker who teaches you what they know, or you giving a hand to someone who needs it. Favors that circulate and come back.
It's also a moment to check whether things are fair. Do you always give more than you get? Is it hard for you to accept help? Letting yourself be cared for matters as much as caring for others, and any healthy relationship needs the give and take to be fair on both sides.
Six of Pentacles in love
A relationship where each person takes care of the other. Make sure the balance is fair and it isn't always the same person giving.
If you're in a relationship
You take care of each other. Check that the effort is shared and that nobody is carrying everything.
If you're single
Someone generous and attentive may show up. Notice how they treat other people, not just you.
If you're thinking about an ex
Was what you gave each other balanced? A friendly relationship is possible, as long as nobody is left owing.
At work
Help, a loan, a grant or a generous mentor. It could also be your turn to share what you know.
Help, a mentor, a raise or a grant. You can also share what you know and train other people.
Money
Loans, financial help or money that comes through someone else. If you have a little extra, sharing it will do you good too.
Health and well-being
Caring for others and letting yourself be cared for. If you're always looking out for everyone else, save some time and strength for yourself.
As feelings, as a person and as the future
As feelings
They want to look after you and make your life easier. They care about you and want to be there for whatever you need.
As a person
Someone generous, fair and attentive who knows how to give without making you feel small. They probably find it harder to ask than to offer.
As the future
Support is coming, a helping hand, or the chance to give back. What you give and what you receive will even out.
Six of Pentacles reversed
Debts, help with strings attached, or an imbalance between what you give and what you get.
When the Six of Pentacles shows up reversed, it points to debts, help with strings attached or an obvious imbalance, with one person always giving and the other only taking. In love, a relationship where one side feels indebted or controlled by what they receive. At work, unfair pay, favors that come at a high price or a boss who plays favorites. Ask for clear rules.
As a yes or no answer
Yes
Yes, with some support. The Six of Pentacles is about giving and receiving. What you're hoping for may come thanks to someone willing to lend a hand.
Do the readingReturn a favor someone did for you.
Six of Pentacles FAQ
Is the Six of Pentacles a yes or no card?
Yes, usually with someone's help. What you're asking for may reach you thanks to another person's generosity.
What does the Six of Pentacles mean in love?
A relationship where you look after each other and the giving and receiving is balanced. If it isn't fair, the card will show it.
Does the Six of Pentacles mean a loan?
It can, just like grants, scholarships or favors involving money. Upright, they usually work out well. If it comes up reversed, read the fine print.