The Knight of Pentacles emphasizes patience and growth. The knight sits on a horse holding a gold coin in no hurry to charge forward. He is in no rush to thrust himself forward before he has thoroughly explored his options and course of action. The knight is prepared to do the heavy lifting in order to achieve his goals the right and honorable way.
Upright
When the Knight of Pentacles is in its upright position it emphasizes stability and diligence. The knight does not let momentary fads dictate his decisions for the long term. The card indicates a level of responsibility and the desire to ensure a stable future. This card is the most detailed-oriented card in the tarot deck. It is a card that emphasizes your work ethic over reaching your goals in a quick and timely fashion. It is better to take the time to invest in how you proceed than to rush. Characteristics of planning and thinking of everything down to the finest detail are expressed here. It is through the completion of all assignments to the best of your abilities that allows you to maintain a certain standard and keep your word as honorable. Sometimes this card can showcase the boring aspects of daily routine and its repetitiveness but nevertheless it is this consistency that gets you to where you want to be.
Reversed
This card when it is in its reversed position indicates that you shouldn't give people who don't value you the time of day. Instead of investing in people who do not invest in you the same way it is better to move forward without them and invest in who does. The Knight of Pentacles also points to advancement and self-discovery, some routine tasks may have been overlooked as you pursue more pressing new opportunities. Despite this, it is important to maintain a certain level of organization in your life and rearrange your priorities. Even though sticking to your routine is important it is also just as important to try new things as needed.
Working hard, staying level-headed, and being practical are key on the road to achieving your goals. Even if the road is hard it is necessary to stick with it and not give up. Do not run the risk of becoming a perfectionist and judging others in the process, it is at also important to tolerate and support others along your way.