Two of Pentacles

Number: 2 Arcana: Minor Arcana Suit: Pentacles Astrology: Jupiter in Capricorn

Keywords

evaluation, decision, budgeting, diagnosis

Fortune Telling

• It’s time to balance the budget
• Avoid the temptation to spend critical funds on frivolous goods

Meanings

Light

• Weighing options
• Comparing prices
• Determining the value of one option over another
• Juggling resources to make ends meet
• Making difficult choices based on what’s best for your body or your bankbook
• Looking at the bottom line
• Asking for a second opinion on health issues

Shadow

• Engaging in endless price comparison
• Putting off a buying decision for fear of finding a slightly better value later on
• Buying something without regard for value
• Breaking your budget with unnecessary expenses
• Engaging in behavior with no regard for how your body or bankbook will be impacted

Archetype

N/A

Numerology

2 (The Other: duality, division, debate)

Elemental

N/A

Mythical/Spiritual

N/A

Affirmation

“Before taking action, I consider costs.”

Questions to Ask

• What values govern my decisions?
• How willing am I to sacrifice a little pleasure now in order to have more pleasure later on?
• Given my current situation, which course of action will give me more of what I really need?

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Reference: Tarot