Divinatory meanings of Four of Pentacles

Golden Dawn title – Lord of Earthly Power

Wisdom displayed in the matter at hand; fair judgement; correct assessment of a situation; mastery of a situation through calm, deliberate action; presents given as tokens of respect.

MacGregor Mathers

Pleasure, Gaiety, Enjoyment, Satisfaction.

Reversed

Obstacles, Hindrances.

Astrological Attributions

The Third or Cadent decan of Capricorn is ruled by Mercury from January 11th-19th

Magical Image of the Third Face of Capricorn in Picatrix

In the third face of Capricorn ascends a woman chaste in body, and wise in her work, and a banker gathering his money together on the table; the signification of this is to govern in prudence, in covetousness of money, and in avarice.

Picatrix commentary

Picatrix gives a good example of holding onto one’s possessions and power above all else.