Ten of Pentacles as Intentions (Upright & Reversed) Tarot Card Meaning

The Ten of Pentacles is the card of legacy, family, solid foundations, stability, tradition, and wealth. In this card, an old man is shown surrounded by his family at his wealthy estate. He is surrounded by his children, his grandchildren, and his dogs. Everyone is playing happily and enjoying each other’s company. This legacy is the fruit of everything this man has worked for in his lifetime. 

The Ten of Pentacles reminds us that a strong relationship can build a legacy over time. Eventually, a couple becomes family. Together, they can achieve their goals, whether that is having children or starting a business together. Whatever it is that you want to achieve in life, your relationships with others make your goals meaningful, and you can often do it together. It is no longer about me, but about we.

Upright Ten of Pentacles as Intentions

If you are asking about someone’s intentions towards you, and you draw the Ten of Pentacles, that means this person intends on getting to know you better. This person is truly captivated by you. Not only do they feel the courage to take a leap of faith with what could potentially become something special, but there’s also an open opportunity for the two of you to explore each other further and discover just how deep this connection can go. They’re ready to throw caution aside and break past their own comfort zone – all because of their growing fascination with your mysterious presence.

The Ten of Pentacles as intentions means that they are comfortable enough to let their hair down around you. With you in the picture, they are like a kid again — feeling bubbly and energized with joy. You help them tap into their true potential, allowing for fantastic experiences full of freedom. They are able to fully embrace their spontaneous personality with you.

For singles and those embarking on new relationships, the Ten of Pentacles is a sign of them intending to dive into your relationship head first. This person has fallen head over heels for you and is wildly infatuated with you. While such feelings are undeniably magical, they aren’t always indicative of a lasting connection — only time will tell whether the flame fades or flames into something more meaningful in the long term.

For existing relationships, the Ten of Pentacles represents an intention to turn a new page with you. They are seeing you in a new light and are excited to see where the relationship can head next. After a while of their feeling for you going stagnant, something has happened that made them fall in love with you all over again. The passion in your relationship has been rekindled. It’s up to the two of you now to keep the fire burning.

If you are asking about an ex’s intentions, the Ten of Pentacles shows that they intend on testing the waters with you. They are seeing you in a whole new light and it’s making them regret the separation. You bring them happiness, and they want to chase after that. The chances of them reaching out to you are extremely high because they want to spend time with you. Don’t worry about anything because they’ve already left behind any negative thoughts or images they had of you.

In the context of whether or not a relationship is headed for commitment, engagement, or marriage, the Ten of Pentacles means that this person’s intentions are to spend more time with you. They love, trust, and cherish you, but a decision as heavy as this one needs some time. You make them happy and they know that their bond with you runs true. Just give them some more time as they feel that you both need to mature some more before making a decision like this.

Reversed Ten of Pentacles as Intentions

If you are asking about someone’s intentions towards you, and you draw the Ten of Pentacles reversed, that means this person intends on questioning your worth. They are worried that their family or friends may not like you, and that is barring them from getting involved with you further. They are concerned about the longevity of your relationship and don’t feel as though you’re a good match for them.

The Ten of Pentacles reversed as intentions means that they are going to measure you for your material worth. Emotions aren’t a first priority for this person. They only care about your social status and family background. They aren’t interested in you for all the wrong reasons. It’s normal to be worried about your future together, but they shouldn’t be this obsessed over the prestige that you can bring to the table. 

For singles and those embarking on new relationships, the Ten of Pentacles reversed is a sign of them intending not to pursue you, even if they want to. There is opposition coming from someone that they really look up to and they just can’t go against them. Your compatibility is in question and they aren’t confident in your relationship. If you’re worried about the future of your relationship, now’s the time to sit down with you partner and have a talk about where things are going. 

For existing relationships, the Ten of Pentacles reversed represents an intention to question your relationship. They know that you aren’t compatible anymore. Your relationship never meant to last long and they know this. The two of you are just too different and they aren’t willing to meet you halfway. There are too many uncertainties on their mind. 

If you are asking about an ex’s intentions, the Ten of Pentacles reversed shows that they intend on taking this time to sort their emotions. When they think about you, they can’t decide what they feel. On one hand, you bring them happiness and excitement, but on the other, they are also afraid to start over with you. You’ve both been too reckless with your emotions and the breakup may not have been the cleanest. Just know that sometimes holding on to those happy memories can be the only thing you can do. They are still hurt by the past and unless they can let go of that hurt, things aren’t looking very bright for you. 

In the context of whether or not a relationship is headed for commitment, engagement, or marriage, the Ten of Pentacles reversed means that this person’s intentions are to fill in the gaps of your relationship before moving forward. They are unable to commit to you because they aren’t even sure if this is what they want. There is something they want and they aren’t sure if you can give it to them. They also can’t find your place in their future. 

Conclusion

For relationships and feelings, the Ten of Pentacles represents abundance, family, and legacy. This card represents the pinnacle of what two people in a solid, healthy relationship can achieve together over time. You can truly build a life, a family, and a legacy with the person that you love. These are things that make life worth living. 

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