King of Pentacles
Welcome to season 7 of this podcast, where I am talking all about the Suit of Pentacles.
I’m going through each card in the suit, one per episode.
What we explore in this episode:
The King of Pentacles reflects on authority, control, and how we handle success
Symbolism across different decks: stability, mastery, and wisdom in the material realm
How discipline, patience, and grounded leadership shape this archetype
The importance of focusing on your own domain without overextending into others’ lives
Why true power lies in knowing when to hold steady and when to release control
King of Pentacles
Pictures from the decks I talked about today :
In this episode, we explore the King of Pentacles as the culmination of the suit’s journey. This card represents a mature mastery of resources, stability, and wisdom gained through lived experience. The King of Pentacles reminds us that true success comes not just from what we build or own, but from how we steward what we have. It invites us to cultivate discipline, patience, and practical leadership—and to consider how our personal foundation supports the well-being of others.
The deeper invitation here is to check in with ourselves: Are we using our power wisely? Are we honoring both our own growth and the needs of those we serve?
If you haven't listened to my other seasons yet, go check them out!
The first season, I introduced tarot through talking about oracle vs tarot cards, myths of tarot, how to find a deck, reading for yourself vs others, and much more.
In seasons 2 and 3, I went through the major arcana and the four suits, one per episode.
In season 4, I talked all about Tarot in Pop Culture and examined representations of Tarot in videogames, TV shows, movies, and more.
In season 5, I went through 13 Common Tarot Spreads, what they are, how many cards, and an example of what it looks like to work through one.
In season 6 I talked all about the Suit of Wands, one per episode.
Today's Tarot Pull:
From The Citadel: A Fantasy Oracle by Fen Inkwright, I pulled The Founder. This card invites us to reflect on the foundations we lay and the stories we weave through our actions. It asks us to consider whether we are helping to build something meaningful or trying to control outcomes that aren’t ours to command. The Founder reminds us that every thread matters, but we must trust the collective process; we cannot build a thriving community on our own.
Reflective prompts on this card:
What personal foundations are you building right now?
Where are you trying to control something that needs to unfold on its own?
How can you show up as a steady, supportive presence for yourself and others without overextending?
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