Page of Pentacles

I had a question on education - a student who wanted to pursue her education in history and the fees was a problem for her. The card was the "Page of Pentacles". This card taught me about the symbolism of the peacock.

The page of pentacles has the desire to learn. There is dedication to knowledge and the attainment of wisdom. You are devoted with great concentration in your interests. At this moment, you may feel that there is nothing you can do that will lift you out of the slump you're in, but someone or something is going to come to your aid and brighten your spirits.

This is a card of a new beginning and of inspiration. The Page is absorbed by the coin in his hands which represents the goal. Your motivation is high and you should direct the energy of your desire towards achieving what you want. Be positive at this time, list the options and pursue it in every way. Write to your school and explain the difficulty and find options. This is a card of encouragement.

The Page looks back at a peacock. Several religions maintain that the peacock was present alongside the Tree of Life, and it is from this bird that all other animals were created. There are Greek and Roman myths having to do with Jupiter (Zuess) and Juno (Hera) and how the peacock was created. The peacock indicates history and if you are going to be studying Greek and Roman mythology, you are heading in the right direction. Your university should be at a place that is at a height in terms of the place you are now in.

In Hinduism the peacock is associated with Lakshmi who is a deity representing benevolence, patience, kindness, compassion and luck. Also the peacock is the vehicle of Lord Muruga who usually lives in the hills. The hills are symbolic of heights and so one may be taken to greater heights.
Similar to Lakshmi, the peacock is associated with Kwan-yin in Japan - she is also an emblem of love, compassionate watchfulness, good-will, nurturing, and kind-heartedness.

You have divine blessings on you. Pray for strength and you will get the education you aim for.

Additional notes : The peacock is also a bird of great beauty, the handsome male when compared to the female bird. When it rains, the peacock spreads its wings and dances, a spectacular sight.

Four of Pentacles

The question of the querent was about her husband's job and money.
The Card - Four of Pentacles.

I now work with Gilded Tarot as the energy feels right. The image is of a man holding on to 4 pentacles standing between 2 pillars.

I see hope and stability but a time for caution on spending as well. The general meaning emphasizes on security, the fear of security or a need for security.
The focus on material wealth is evident and also a distance from worldly affairs and reality. Yet there is hope in this card and all it takes is to turn back and look at the stars. There is advice asking to change your thoughts and to focus on more real things.

What does the card tell me today?

Count your pennies but also your blessings. Do not be fixed on material possessions. The world has a lot to offer if only you are willing. Be careful about spending on the wrong things today.

My prayer: Thank you for the abundant blessings that I am not willing to see, pardon me for my short-sightedness in dealing with life. Help me through this insecurity of earthly possessions. Guard my treasures and keep them safe. Let me see light today and believe that there is hope even when it seems dark.