Nine of Pentacles Keywords: Prosperity, Independence, Harmony

Nine of Pentacles Tarot Card Description

A beautifully dressed woman stands alone in her garden. Nine pentacles nestle luxuriantly among the grapevines. A hooded falcon is perched on her left hand and we see a tiny snail in the foreground.

What the Nine of Pentacles Means in a Tarot Reading

The Nine of Pentacles represents material well-being and security. The woman in the RWS card is financially secure and self-reliant. She has worked hard for everything she has and is now enjoying the fruits of her labour. There’s an abundance of good things around her. This is success, independence, achievement, enjoyment of the good things in life. You’ve been striving for success and now you’ll reap the benefits of that effort.

There is, however, an underlying feeling of loneliness to the Nine of Pentacles. This person is financially successful, but there isn’t anyone around to share that success. There may be times when this interpretation is relevant to your situation and you need to be aware that the choices you make may distance you from others, but equally, you should always remember that the lady in the Nine of Pentacles is happy and comfortable with her situation. She enjoys her life. She’s happy with the choices she’s made. You’ll be happy with your choices too.

When the Nine of Pentacles appears in your reading, you’ve made it. You’ve worked hard to become financially secure and independent. You can relax now and enjoy the good things you’ve earned through your hard work and dedication. Some people might find your strong, independent nature intimidating, but this doesn’t affect your happiness and your enjoyment of nature’s beauty and abundance. You’re in harmony with your surroundings and at peace with your life. This is a wonderful time for you. Enjoy it!

Nine of Pentacles Love and Relationships Tarot Meanings

The Nine of Pentacles shows someone enjoying her good fortune on her own. She loves to spend time alone in the beautiful space she has created for herself.

There will be times when this card can indicate that a relationship is not likely, or that you may be considering giving up a relationship. Or it may be that relationships aren’t your priority at the moment.

But this isn’t the only interpretation. You might be in a loving and happy relationship, but enjoy spending time alone. Perhaps you live some distance from your partner and have created your own happy space where you feel complete and in harmony with nature. There are lots of possibilities here – read the surrounding cards, listen to your intuition, and feel what the card is trying to tell you.

Whatever the situation, you’ll be spending time alone and it will do you good. You need to feel independent and self-reliant whether you’re in a relationship or not. Keep this in mind when the Nine of Pentacles appears in a relationship reading.

Nine of Pentacles Career Tarot Meanings

The Nine of Pentacles indicates great success in your career. You’ll achieve your goals and enjoy the rewards. You’ll be independent and self-reliant.

There’s an element of ‘going it alone’ here, but you certainly won’t be unhappy with your situation. You’ve made choices in your career, or may make choices in the near future, that might distance you from some people. Keep in mind, however, that the Nine of Pentacles indicates that you won’t regret the choices you make.