As a person, the Five of Pentacles resembles someone who is feeling left out in the cold.
![The 5 of Earth (Pentacles) shown by a woman surrounded by five coins.](http://crystallinetuition.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Five-of-Earth-Person.jpg)
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Five of Pentacles as a Person (Upright)
-Financial hardship. As a person, this card represents someone who may being going through financial hardship or loss in coin.
-Recently cheated monetarily. It's possible that this individual could have recently been cut out of a deal or situation that would have brought them financial gain had they been included.
-Resourcefulness. While typically a negative card, it can also indicate someone who is being very creative and resourceful in terms of money.
Five of Pentacles as a Person (Reversed)
The reversed Five of Pentacles person embodies qualities such as recovery, resilience, self-reliance, acceptance of support, embracing abundance, and a positive outlook on life. They are transitioning from a period of struggle to one of healing and renewal.
-Recovery and healing. This person is recovering from a recent financial loss or hardship.
Tips in a Reading
Since the Five of Pentacles (Earth) can signify a person going through financial strain, scarcity or loss, look for other cards in the spread to provide context and clarity regarding the nature of these challenges.
Encourage whoever this card represents (possibly yourself if reading for yourself) to not hesitate to seek out assistance during difficult or lack full times.
Remember that despite the challenges depicted in the Five of Earth, there is an underlying message of resilience and perseverance. Remind the querent (or yourself) that tough times are temporary and that they/you have the strength to overcome adversity.
Note that the stained glass window in the background of the Rider-Waite-Smith depiction of this card suggests the presence of spiritual resources and inner strength, encouraging us to draw upon our faith, resilience, and inner resources to navigate through tough times.
Always use your intuition, and feel free to leave any comments or questions below.
Love and blessings.
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