XII – Knight of Pentacles♦

Knight of Pentacles is reliable, methodical, and hardworking. In the Golden Dawn system, the Knight represents the fiery part of Earth—steady ambition in action, the persistent force that transforms vision into reality through sustained effort.

The Knight of Pentacles achieves success through perseverance and attention to detail. Unlike the other knights who charge into action, this figure sits upon a steady horse in a freshly plowed field, contemplating the pentacle before him—the image of one who understands that lasting achievement requires patience and methodical work. His armor is substantial, his mount reliable; he is prepared for a long campaign.

As Fire of Earth, the Knight represents the active pursuit of material goals through disciplined, consistent effort. The Knight reminds you to stay dedicated, trust in steady progress, and value consistency. He teaches that the race is not always to the swift, and that the patient accumulation of skill and resources often outpaces brilliant but inconsistent effort.