Knight of Pentacles

“Take responsibility of your own happiness, never put it in other people’s hands.” - Roy T. Bennett, The Light in the Heart

Element of earth power: The Knight of Pentacles is about the daily tasks and the responsibility that one has to gain through a specific project. This Knight has the patience to accomplish all duties and is considered by others to be reliable and committed to work. Seeing this card is an indication that there is a need to be trustworthy and reliable.


The Knight of Pentacles can represent routine or the kind of general hard work that you go through every day. The meaning of the Knight of Pentacles also advises that the querent should continue to do exactly what he or she is doing. Stick with the tried and true methods; sticking to a method that works will grant accomplishment in everything. Sometimes going with what has already been done is not necessarily bad.

A Knight of Pentacles is hardworking and diligent, patient, reliable and steady, though sometimes deeply absorbed in work. They prefer not to take risks in love or in other aspects of their lives. It is difficult to get this person to change their minds, which means they can be stubborn, but also a very trustworthy and dedicated partner.

The Knight of Pentacles tarot love meaning can also suggest a relationship that is deep and reliable, but not very exciting. If you’re at a point where you would like commitment, stability and security in your love life, this card can be a welcome sight. It indicates a partnership in which both of you will be working towards your long-term goals together.

When it comes to work, the Knight of Pentacles suggests you have ambition, drive and focus. You are very much committed to your goals, however far away in the future they may be. It’s likely that you’ll do anything you can do achieve them, so you’re prepared to put in the hard work and the blood, sweat and tears.

You have a slow and steady approach, and believe that hard work is rewarded.


At times of imbalance: A Knight of Pentacles can often become so focused on a goal that they tend to lose sight of everything around them, which can lead them to becoming stuck.

Medicine: The most important medicine to have is to focus on all things objectively and to trust yourself in the process, then you will have far less chance of becoming stuck.

Mantra: I trust myself.