Six of Pentacles
In the Querent position
Represents the querent and the question, as well as the primary influences surrounding him or her. A court card here might refer to the querent or some dominant person.
Meaning: Sharing good fortune. The resolution to a problem. Receiving help, such as a timely commission. Charitable acts. Relief. The settling of a debt. Exchange. Entitlement. Rewarding someone for their effort. Supporting a cause or talent you admire. Balancing the scales. Restitution. Giving credit where deserved.
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Eight of Wands
In the Subconscious Mind position
Along with the next card, represents the subconscious mind of the querent. Gives information on the hidden influences which effect, but are not detected by the querent.
Meaning: Opportunity. Swift response. Thinking on one¹s feet. Opening. Adventure. Chance to make great progress if one has the courage and wits to act quickly. Travel entailing a spiritual lesson. Can signify falling in love. Time of hope. Make your move. Opportunity afoot; make haste. Whirlwind of romance. Arrows of love.
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Knight of Swords - Reversed
In the Subconscious Mind position
Along with the previous card, represents the subconscious mind of the querent. Gives information on the hidden influences which effect, but are not detected by the querent.
Meaning: A man who revels in conflict. A bitter person who resents the happiness of others. Disrespect of women. An inadequate, jealous chauvinist or bigot.
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Nine of Swords
In the Conscious Mind position
Along with the next card, represents the conscious mind of the querent. Gives information on the thoughts and feelings of the querent toward the nature of the question (which may or may not be in harmony with cards 2 & 3).
Meaning: Nightmares, suspicion, and insecurity. Depression weighing one down. Worry and delays. Longing and misery. Pining for a loved one. Distress and obsession. The haunting of past hurts and injustices. Debilitating, unhealthy situation. Unrelenting enemy. Loneliness. Indecision. Bewilderment. Premature end.
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Ace of Pentacles - Reversed
In the Conscious Mind position
Along with the previous card, represents the conscious mind of the querent. Gives information on the thoughts and feelings of the querent toward the nature of the question (which may or may not be in harmony with cards 2 & 3).
Meaning: The ill side of wealth‹greed, a derelict heart, and ill treatment of others. Jealousy and decay. Abomination of values. The twisting and distorting effects of greed. The narrow, base belief of money being success.
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King of Wands - Reversed
In the Past position
Along with the next card, this card sheds light on the querent's past. Indicates past events or influences which relate to the current question or problem.
Meaning: A bore. One with an inflated sense of self-importance who takes little trouble over others. A man who cannot recognize achievement beyond material success.
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Ten of Pentacles
In the Past position
Along with the last card, this card sheds light on the querent's past. Indicates past events or influences which relate to the current question or problem.
Meaning: Freedom from financial concerns. Prosperity. Strong, established family setting. Protection and stability within a clan. Family traditions and gatherings. Having the time to enjoy the fruits of one's labour. Achieving of worldly dreams. Benefiting from the work of one¹s predecessors. Gifts, inheritance, archives. Celebrations and reunions.
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Three of Swords - Reversed
In the Final Outcome position
Along with the next card, this card represents the final outcome or potential future events or influences.
Meaning: Lingering conflict. Difficulty healing. A long, challenging journey to recovery. A persistent, unrequited love. Unhealthy involvements and associations. Breakdown. Bewilderment.
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Ace of Wands
In the Final Outcome position
Along with the previous card, this card represents the final outcome or potential future events or influences.
Meaning: Inspiration. Rising to a challenge. Breakthrough in thinking. Self-reliance, spiritual strength, and confidence. Conviction and faith in vision or path. Reason reigning over impulse. Ideas empowered by desire. Creative heights and achievement. Quick thinking, humour, and balance. Revelations and transcendent thoughts. Fruitful plans and far-reaching ideas. Empathy and understanding. Marriage and fertility.
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Ten of Swords
In the Outside Forces and Psychological Implications position
This is the crossover card from past to future. This indicates the psychological implications on the querent or the actions he/she will take in making whatever decision may be necessary. It may also indicate forces operating beyond the control of the querent to which he/she must adapt.
Meaning: Conflict. Destruction. Loss. Breakdown of relationships. Slander. Hurt. Misfortune. Plans that seemed promising end in failure. Disillusion. Grief. Temporary alliances. Being forsaken. A sacrifice. Withdrawing from the world due to trauma. The apex and end of a matter. Does not represent violent death.
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