Nine of Pentacles

Keywords & Phrases:
Accomplishment. Refinement. Independence. Self-reliance. Being resourceful. Knowing you are in control of the situation. Material security. Enjoying the finer pleasures of life. An inner sense of security. Acting on your own. Self-discipline.Prudence. Richness. Material connections between people. Being self-sufficient. Self-mastery. Attainment. Gain. Money. Success. Leisure time. Fruitfulness. Self-worth. Well-being. Prosperity as a result of past efforts. Solitary affluence. Well-deserved success. Inheritance. Possession. Mastery of one's resources. Taking good care of yourself. The capacity to be alone. Love of nature. Enjoyment of solitary leisure. Harvest. Good results from efforts. Luxuries. Pleasures. Physical well-being.

Summary:
The Nine of Pentacles signifies that a mission has been accomplished. You are ready to enjoy yourself, indulge in your success and know that your way is the right way. As a result of your recent efforts, you have a greater sense of self-reliance and independence. This graceful Pentacles lady feels secure in herself. This card also indicates that your most important duty is to yourself.

You achieve material comfort, financial security, and a sense of inner peace. You enjoy relationships, but when they're done, you're not lonely. You relish the personal environment you've created: your home, your garden, your pets, and your comfortable lifestyle. You don't depend on constant companionship to make you feel complete. Self-reliance is the key to your prosperity; you follow your own star.

The woman in this card is reaping the benefit of the wise use of her talents and resources. She is alone and at peace with herself and her surroundings. She is in control of her thinking and of her destiny. She has a sense of self-worth and is able to manage her own affairs, but at the same time she may be experiencing a feeling of incompleteness.

The Nine of Pentacles depicts an affluent woman who has earned the fruits of her labor and is now free to enjoy the finer things in life. Thus this card may indicate rewards, abundance, accomplishment, satisfaction, and fulfillment. The implication is that this compensation is the result of hard work, discipline, prudence, self-reliance, and self-control, who are characteristics recommended by this card. Additionally, the attitude and attire of the woman in this card implies the consequent refinement, culture, self-esteem and self-confidence that come with such achievements. Consider your accomplishments and note how you achieved them in order to learn from your past successes.

What an awesome feeling to be on top of the world, mistress of your own destiny. Good job!  You've done very well. The big question now is: what next?

You sowed well and harvested many fruits without too much effort. Ration them wisely and share them with those you love. I am Rosmerta, Celtic goddess of abundance.

Questions:
How free are you? Do you welcome independence? Have you acknowledged your accomplishment? Do you fear being self-reliant or believe you have nothing to show for your efforts? Am I still seeking a purpose in life? What do I value? What are you earning by your endeavors - material wealth, security, status? How are you enjoying what you've earned? How are you spending your leisure time? How do you give thanks for all you've gained?