In the six of pentacles we see a well off gentleman giving money to beggars. In his other hand he holds a scales. We get a glimpse of a village or home in the background. The man is well dressed in luxurious clothes.
Six of Pentacles
Five of Pentacles
The five of pentacles depicts very poor people outside what looks like a church or building of some significance. They are in rags, with the child hobbling along on a crutch. Above them is an ornate glass window with the five pentacles displayed on it. The snow on the ground outside makes the setting all the more wretched.
Four of Pentacles
The Four of Pentacles depicts a man seated, tightly holding onto one of his pentacles. One sits atop his head another two are beneath each feet. The man”s face is neither smiling or sad, yet it conveys an image of worry or seriousness. In the background is a city or town.
Three of Pentacles
In a scene set in a church a mason works while talking to two holy men or monks. The mason has his tools in his hands, elevated off the floor by a small bench. The two holy men are holding papers, possibly drawings or instructions.
Two of Pentacles
A man similar to the Fool in the Major Arcana is depicted, balancing a pentacle in either hand. Wrapped around them is the symbol of infinity. In the background are waves with two ships making their way through them.
Ace of Pentacles
Reaching out from the clouds, a hand holds the first of the pentacles of this suit. Just like the suit of wands and cups, the imagery of clouds represents our hope, possibilities and a future that we can only glimpse through the actions of the present. It is not a promise that all will be well, but a sign that […]
Rune Meanings
Below is a complete list of Rune meanings including reversed rune meanings where its possible. Runes were historically a means of writing but over time began to be associated with magic and divination. For example, it was not unknown for soldiers to engrave their swords or shields with Rune symbols in the belief it would keep them safe. From there, […]
Psychics fail test
A pair of psychics have failed a test designed to test their psychic abilities. Researchers at Goldsmiths, University of London carried out the test in which two mediums attempted to identify something about five volunteers they had not seen. The Merseyside Skeptics Society organised the test.
Accused 100 year old woman escapes being burnt alive
An elderly Kenyan woman accused of witchcraft escaped being burned alive by relatives after a local councilor turned up just in time and took her to a refuge. The Daily Mail (UK) reports that Sadaka Muruu, who is 100, was accused by relatives.
Vatican requests to see 1,500 year old bible
A 1,500 year old bible, seized by Turkey in 2000 after an investigation into antique smuggling, could hold the Gospel of Barnabas – a gospel which differs radically from the other four gospels most people are familiar with today – Matthew, Mark, Luke and John. The bible languished in a state courthouse until the trial of the men ended but […]