Three of Pentacles
Three of Pentacles is one of the 56 minor arcana of the tarot, in the suit of Pentacles; in the Golden Dawn tradition it corresponds to Mars in Capricorn.
The Three of Pentacles is an artisan discussing plans with two collaborators under an arch. Good work grows when skills are shared and respected.
Symbols on the card
- The plan
- Shared vision and clear roles.
- Three pentacles in the arch
- A structure built together.
- Three people
- Expertise meeting expertise.
Number and suit
Threes are the first growth: two things meet and something new results. Pentacles are earth: the body, work, money, home and what we build over time.
Upright meaning
Collaborate and value each person's skill. Quality comes from teamwork.
Love Building the relationship together, like a project.
Work Teamwork, apprenticeship, recognised craft.
Inner life Learn from others and let them learn from you.
Reversed meaning
The team is out of step or someone's contribution is overlooked. Realign.
Love Different priorities, no shared plan.
Work Poor communication, skills gap.
Inner life Ask what you need to learn next.
In a three-card spread
- Situation
- Collaboration and good work.
- Challenge
- Misalignment or poor teamwork.
- Advice
- Bring the right people together with a clear plan.
Tarot and astrology
In the Golden Dawn system this card is the decan of Mars in Capricorn: the themes of Capricorn, expressed the way Mars acts. Capricorn →Mars →
Questions to sit with
- Who could I build this with?
- What skill am I proud of?
Through the suit
Tarot here is a mirror for reflection, not a prediction. The meanings follow the Waite-Smith tradition and the Golden Dawn attributions, in our own words.