The Six of Pentacles Quote

"The true secret of giving advice is, after you have honestly given it, to be perfectly indifferent whether it is taken or not, and never persist in trying to set people right."
~Hannah Whitall Smith (1832-1911)

Meaning upright

Repayment, reward, return on investment, blooming, (business) advice, approval, asking for help, a favor granted, borrowing, hiring a professional, give and take, a good solution to a problem, honesty, generosity, business partner on whom you can rely, intelligent, voluntary work.

Meaning reversed

Business problems, difficulties in finding a job, not meeting your financial obligations, the bailiff knocks on your door, bad business instinct, wrong choice, liable for certain costs, extortion, breaking the law, negative attitude with regard to finances, not able to accept welfare, selfishness, be careful with your investments.

The Six of Pentacles in your reading

One of the aspects that always connects with this card has to do with money (or goods) moving from one person to another. Sometimes it is just not clear who is giving and who's receiving. The way you look at this card speak for how you look at life in general. Are you a giver or a receiver? Do the hands on this card give or receive? How do you see them? This is crucial for interpreting the symbols on this card.

The point of this card is not always about money. If you pull this six you may also receive (or give) gems of wisdom that goes from one to the other. The old man with shabby clothes does not have much more to give than his wisdom.

This is what the can get from him and you can share with others. Are you keep to much for yourself? Have not share anything yet? Do it now. Find a way to inform others about what you know. Don't keep it to yourself.

If your question is about work it may be that you get other opportunities to become more successful. Pay attention to the opinions of others (especially the oldtimers) or ask them for help with your project. Listen carefully and apply what they tell you to. Do not think that people want something in return for their direct philanthropic efforts ... sometimes giving is also fun. Give them the chance to give instead of receive.