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The Nine of Disks (Coins), in the traditional sense, were the card of material luck, which promises large, mostly unexpected prizes. It means surprisingly good progress, sudden luck and situations that are spoken by "the big catch" in common language. Alongside this undoubtedly strong side, which refers to the external prizes, the other interpretation of the card is the experience of a perceptible inner enrichment.

NINE OF DISKS : GAIN

These cards are attributed to Yesod. After the double excursion into misfortune, the current returns to the middle pillar. This Sephira is the seat of the great crystallization of Energy. But it takes place very far down the Tree, at the apex of the third descending triangle, and a flat triangle at that. There is little help from low, unbalanced spheres like Netzach and Hod. What saves Yesod is the direct ray from Tiphareth; this Sephira is in the direct line of succession. Each of these cards gives the full impact of the elemental force, but in its most material sense; that is, of the idea of the force, for Yesod is still in Yetzirah, the formative world. Zoroaster says:

“The number Nine is sacred, and attains the summit of perfection.”

Egypt and Rome, also, had Nine Major Deities.

The Nine of Disks is called Gain. The suit of Disks is much too dull to care; it reckons up its winnings; it does not worry its head about whether anything is won when all is won. This card is ruled by Venus. It purrs with satisfaction at having harvested what it sowed; it rubs its hands and sits at ease. As will be understood from the consideration of the Tens, there is no reaction against satisfaction as there is in the other three suits. One becomes more and more stolid, and feels that “everything is for the best in the best of all possible worlds”. 

The number Nine, Yesod, inevitably brings back the balance of Force in fulfillment. The card is ruled by Venus in Virgo. It shows good luck attending material affairs, favour and popularity.

The disks are arranged as an equilateral triangle of three, apex upwards, close together; and, surrounded at some distance by a ring, six larger disks in the form of a hexagon. This signifies the multiplication of the original established Word-by the mingling of “good luck and good management”. The three central disks are of the magical pattern as in earlier cards; but the others, since the descent into matter implies the gradual exhaustion of the original whirling energy, now take on the form of coins. These may be marked with the magical images of the appropriate planets.

As a general remark, one may say that the multiplication of a symbol of Energy always tends to degrade its essential meaning, as well as to complicate it.

THE NINE OF DISKS - GAIN

Astrology: Venus in the 2. decan of Virgo Tree of Life: Yesod through Earth

The Nine of Disks have reached Yesod, the fields of imagination and reflection, but also of foundation, and in the latter the Disks meet their happiest realms. 

Fully satisfied with themselfes, they settle down comfortably and gather in the crops, the well-earned rewards for good accomplishment, while enjoying the shining charme of Venus putting everything in sweet light. The card can also stand for health, or successful reconvalescence after illness or injury. 

On the darker side, the Nine of Disks can get so self-satisfied with material gain and succes, that they forget about anything else.

Drive: Wealth, well-being 

Light: Material happiness, gain, riches 

Shadow: Greed for more, materialistic thinking, dissipation, abuse, exploitation

THE NINE OF DISKS - (Nine of Coins / Pentacles) - Profit - Jupiter / Venus 5th House - Growth

Keywords: Venus in Virgo, Growth, Growth, Profit, Cuff of Love, Wisdom, Creativity, The More I Give The More I Get

Advice: If your knowledge and creativity is filled with love, you will gain something from every situation. The deeper you delve, the more comprehensive your insights will be.

Question: Do you know what your highest goal is?

Suggestion: Carefully review whether what you call profit is completely in line with your ultimate goal.

Revelation: Everything that happens today serves my growth. The more I give, the more I get.

Analogies:

Ji-Ching: 42. Yi (The Growth, Increase)

Mythology: The Prosperous (Petrus)

Keywords: big profits, financial fortune, unexpected gains, winnings

Even those who have more than need to remember to give a helping hand.

NINE OF PENTACLES

General Meaning

The Nine of this suit points to a person who is financially secure enough to live comfortably. This is about someone supported by her own business, inheritance or property. This is one person in a thousand.

This fortunate individual has turned a historical accident into a personal opportunity. This is one who has the vision and strength of character to hold onto gains against all odds. Do not be fooled at the apparent ease displayed on this card — the person pictured is at the tail end of a long and stressful process of winning the right to be taken seriously. All of this grace has been paid for several times over.

In the Reversed Position

The Nine of Coins reversed suggests a period of self-discipline is needed to restore your energy and vitality. You may be enmeshed in a situation of dependency or overindulgence.

You may be getting a bit sloppy, not in full possession of all your energy and focus. The remedy is austerity and self-discipline. You'll be much healthier — and happier — after you have straightened up your act.

In the Advice Positon

The Nine of Coins in this position suggests that you prepare yourself for greater resources to be flowing in your direction. If you pay attention — and keep the faith — you can make a smooth transition into a state of well being and peace of mind. Hard work has brought you to a place where you could earn and receive grace, comfort, and freedom — whether that be personal, emotional or financial.

Exercise your imagination and create an abundant, sustainable, and enjoyable lifestyle (or relationship) for yourself. Acknowledge the friends and others who were loyal to you during the difficult times. Gather your dreams and get ready. You deserve this happiness.

Read more:

• » The Book of Thoth - A Short Essay on the Tarot of the Egyptians by Aleister Crowley.
• » Liber LXXVIII - On the Tarot - A complete treatise on the Tarot giving the correct designs of the cards with their attributions and symbolic meanings on all planes. - A description of the Cards of the Tarot, with their attributions, including a method of divination by their use.
• » Manuscript N - The Tarot - A Golden Dawn Manuscript - A Theoricus Adeptus Minor Paper.