The Temperance is a card of balance, blending, healing and patience. The Two of Pentacles indicates change and is trying to achieve an equilibrium in the midst of a transitory/temporary phase. The combination of the two foretels slow, step by step developments and stages that cannot be skipped.
- A slow process of readjustment
- opposing forces coming together
- Achieving balance
- Taking your time to decide
- Trying different methods
- Being willing to negotiate
- Avoiding rash action/decisions
- Smooth and gradual transition from one stage to another
- Dealing with change by being patient
- Moderation is the key
- Being indecisive for too long
- Stuck in the mud
- Financial stability
- Feeling lazy
- A peaceful period of time
- Slow but steady healing process
- Being diplomatic
- Trying to keep the balance in a shaky relationship
- Waiting patiently
Elemental Dignities
The elements of the cards are Fire (Temperance) and Earth (Two of Pentacles). A neutral combination which remains rather passive, as both the Temperance and the Two of Pentacles are cards that prefer peace and moderation.